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Meet a Reader | Megan from California

The Frugal Girl

We bought our house in March 2009, during some of the worst of the recession and the housing bubble bursting. I racked up more debt to move to California, then the fancy car turned out to be a lemon, requiring a bunch of expensive repairs. Needless to say, my restaurant manager salary didn’t support the life I was trying to live.

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10 Money-Saving Tips For Your Wedding

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The worst thing you could possibly do is start your married life with a mountain of debt from having the wedding of your dreams. Not only will you get the venue on your chosen date, hotels and restaurants will probably be willing to offer packages at a special rate. Chances are you won’t be leaving your hotel room anyway.

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