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How to Save Money Fast – My Top 20 Tips

Penny Pinchin' Mom

So I would suggest using this method until you have your spending habits under control, and then you can go back to the credit cards. Download Cash Back Apps Remember when I said you were going to need your credit cards at some point? What I do is use my credit cards in conjunction with cash back apps.

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Get 5% Cash Back at Popular Restaurants

Couponing 101

Whether you eat out often or just on special occasions, saving some extra money on your meals out can be the cherry on top of your special dining experience. The strategy I’m about to share for accomplishing this doesn’t require any printed coupons or awkward conversations with your server, either.

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Create your debt freedom plan

Family Balance Sheet

We didn’t carry over credit card balances, we paid off our car notes early, and the interest rate on the student loan was at a low 2.75%. We agreed that credit card debt wasn’t very smart, but a car loan? We celebrated both occasions with a family cruise that we paid for with cash. That’s a necessity.

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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

The first few years after graduating, I racked up a large credit card debt and bought a new SUV that cost approximately the same as my annual salary. On multiple occasions, I’ve received new items ordered online only to find seams already coming apart. An exploring lion family … because why not?

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10 Valentine’s Day Gifts For Him Under $15

Couponing 101

This ultra-thin, genuine leather wallet has 6 card slots, 1 middle compartment for cash, and 1 ID window. It’s also equipped with RFID blocking to keep those credit cards safe! Tried and true, get your beau a classic tie to add to (or start) his collection for those nice occasions. Slim Leather Wallet – $8.99.

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Amazon: All You Magazine 1 Year Subscription w/Auto-Renewal – Only $12

Saving In Akron

That’s why All You offers an unparalleled selection of inventive and inexpensive recipes for daily dinners, special occasions and tempting treats—many for just pennies a serving! Affordable, delicious family-friendly recipes: Grocery costs make up a huge part of every household budget.

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Grocery Budget Challenge | February Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

Also my debit card got caught up in the Target breach of security. Thankfully, nothing happened to my account, but my bank issued us new cards anyway. With cash, there’s no chance of credit card tampering. Take into account any special occasions, such as the St. March’s Assignments.

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