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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

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Not only do I save a significant amount of money, but I also keep those still useable items out of the landfill. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. While they may have had to buy used in the early days of their marriage, they now likely have enough money to buy new, but they choose not to. Electronics.

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6 Tips to Save Money On Home Décor

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It is no secret that most people today are trying to find ways to save money. There are plenty of ways to save money and still do the things that you love and live a comfortable lifestyle. There are plenty of ways to save money on home décor. And people are getting creative in how they do it, too.

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5 Easy Budget Categories to Reduce

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And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. Dining Out. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. I shared our strategies in this post, 15 Smart Ways to Save Money when Eating Out.

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Reduce Your Spending in 3 Budget Categories | 31 Days to Organize Your Finances

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Variable categories change monthly depending on your spending habits and include categories like groceries, dining out, clothing, utilities, and entertainment. My absolute #1 way for saving money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. You might also want to read, 35 Money-Saving Grocery Tips. Dining Out.

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5 Frugal DIY Halloween Decor Ideas

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Arrange the objects on your dining room table and voila, you have a lovely and warm fallscape! You can then frame the arrangement in a simple orange or black frame (spray paint a dollar store or thrift store frame to get this look) and you have instant art! Frugal Holiday frugal living halloween save money' Get spraying!

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Put the money saved into your emergency fund. But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money when Eating Out.

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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 love a pedicure too, but if you’re trying to save money, try to paint your piggies yourself. Put the money in your emergency fund.