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Graduates – Use Summer to Learn How to Avoid College Fail Points

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If you are going on to college in the fall, don’t let summer roll by without doing some preparation work to help you avoid typical college fail points. You already have lots of contacts, not only your classmates, but also their parents, siblings and your teachers too. Read up on what colleges may offer.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

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Parents already know that back to school time is the second most expensive time of the year (right after the holidays). If you know you are going to want to have a tutor for your child this year, use a college tutor. Check with your local college for students who are majoring in the subject your child needs help with.

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

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If you have the knack for your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduates, or a family portrait. This is a perfect gift for the newly married couple or a college graduate leaving the nest on your list. Give your Gift of Organization. Family Heirlooms. Babysitting.

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10 FREE (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas

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This is a great idea for seniors, friends who don’t have family nearby, college students, or just about anyone on your list. If your freezer is packed with ready made meals that just need to be heated up, this would be an awesome gift for anybody, especially any college students or seniors on your list. Baked Goods. Babysitting.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

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Were you a high school or college tennis star? My sister-in-law buys dozens every Christmas from a mom who bakes for cash. At this time of year, parents might be looking for a sitter so they can gift shop or attend a holiday party. Consider tutoring. Teach tennis lessons. Are you Crafty? Sell your crafts. Do you love to bake?

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What If We All Only Had One Child?

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years old before his first sister was born, so we did have a (brief) taste of raising an only child. Only one child’s college tuition to pay. Sitting in this position, I am clearly able to see the personal pros and cons of having more than one child or having an only child. Having Just One Child. My son was 4.5 You get the idea.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

Were you a high school or college tennis star? My sister-in-law buys dozens every Christmas from a mom who bakes for cash. At this time of year, parents might be looking for a sitter so they can gift shop or attend a holiday party. Consider tutoring. Teach tennis lessons. Are you Crafty? Do you love to bake?

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