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Meet a Reader | Mid-Atlantic Julia

The Frugal Girl

As a teenager, I saved quite a bit of the money I earned babysitting and working in a dining hall. Over time, I have realized that I had somewhat of an unhealthy way of depending on money for a sense of security and control. I liked seeing money accumulate and grow, and that has continued into adulthood!

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Ways to Save Money on a Tight Budget

Saving Everyday

My niece goes to Goodwill and buys what I can only describe as bags of junk, and she makes a full-time income selling it on eBay. Budget Planning Tools Start a budget now! Dining out, fast food drive-throughs, and Starbucks all have to stop. You’d be amazed at the things people will buy. It’s just easy.

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Best College Student Credit Cards of February 2024

Savings Corner

If you’re over 21 and still have trouble qualifying: Even with a full-time income, it can be hard to qualify for a traditional credit card if you lack a credit history. Pay on time and in full every month to avoid interest. But if such spending becomes a habit, it will be costly.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

My husband, Alan, and I live in a beautiful area of the northeast that’s full of mountains, lakes, and rivers and is popular with both tourists and second homeowners. We live on the side of a small mountain in a quiet, rural town, but we’re less than 20 miles from a city of about 25,000 people and its shopping and dining opportunities.