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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

How did you become interesting in saving money? I think I first got interested in money by … not having any! I can remember quite a few years in college and grad school when my part-time jobs juuuuust barely covered my expenses (and sometimes not even that!) Even now, it seems quite indulgent to me ?

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How to Graduate College Without Being Broke

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The same kind of over thinking tends to infect financial advice, as well, especially when it’s doled out to college students who are desperate to come up with ways to make a few extra bucks between studying for exams and balancing their social lives. Related posts: 5 Ways to Trim Your Budget For Your Child’s College Fund.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

Were you a high school or college tennis star? Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. Part-Time Job. I just ran into a mom from my kids’ school that picked up a part-time waitress job to supplement their income. Are you Crafty?

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

Were you a high school or college tennis star? Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. Part-Time Job. I just ran into a mom from my kids’ school that picked up a part-time waitress job to supplement their income. Are you Crafty?

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What Money Advice Would You Give Yourself If You Could Go Back in Time

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

These were my college years, when I made lots of stupid decisions. When I’d do things like take out student loans even though I had a full-tuition scholarship and a sweet part-time job in the university cafeteria. How have your money practices evolved? The “what were you thinking?” What do you think?

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Meet a Reader | Midwest Andrea

The Frugal Girl

I’ve since spent much time going through the archives. How did you get interested in saving money? I got into minimalist content in high school, and somehow found Dave Ramey through there just before I went to college. Essentially, we’re saving up a nest egg so that we have future freedom!

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Related Reading: How to Save Money on Groceries. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out. I paid $40 for a part and didn’t have to call a repairman. I love a pedicure too, but if you’re trying to save money, try to paint your piggies yourself.