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20 Tips for Frugal Living

For the Mommas

And as an added bonus, leftovers make a great lunch the next day. Do it yourself. Instead of hiring someone to do something, try doing it yourself first. If you don’t know how to do it, search online. The average person spends over $2,000 a year on eating out. Save money by preparing your own meals.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

An easy lunch idea in one word: leftovers! 12 – Do It Yourself. If you have a big financial goal, think about how much you pay someone to do something that you are capable of doing yourself. There was a time (pre-pandemic) that I ate lunch out almost every day with friends.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Not enough time in the morning to make breakfast AND pack a lunch, one word: leftovers! 10 – Do It Yourself. If you have a big financial goal, think about how much you pay someone to do something that you are capable of doing yourself. For ideas, read: 5 Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas.