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Meet a Reader | Jennifer from Arkansas

The Frugal Girl

We have significant food restrictions so sourcing our own is helpful health-wise & cost-effective too. Besides farming, I love reading, enjoy baking & am always looking for new affordable adventures for my kids & I (new trails, a movie, water park, climbing, bookstores off the beaten track, escape rooms) 2. Heavens, no.

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The Easiest Ways to Save Money on Household Expenses

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. It is always costlier than eating at home, and it makes you fat, no matter whether you are buying a quick snack at a fast food restaurant, vending machine or a convenience store.

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It’s Not Too Late to Save for the Holidays

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Some popular items include homemade baking kits (think all of the ingredients for soup or brownies in a jar), homemade jewelry, artwork, crafts, and food. Skip going to the bar or the movies for several weeks, and you’ll start to accumulate a nice pile of cash. How to Make Extra Money. Take on extra work.

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How Krystal and Josh paid off $80k in 4 years!

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emergency fund, so we started throwing what little extra we had straight. Use all the food you have, and freeze it if you know you won’t use it up before it expires. While we said no to eating out and going to the movies all the time, we. Instead of seeing a movie, rent. Family Movie Nights are legendary!!

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in 2014

Saving Cents With Sense

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Making Homemade Baby Food.

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year

Saving Cents With Sense

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Making Homemade Baby Food.

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year

Saving Cents With Sense

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Making Homemade Baby Food.