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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

Family Balance Sheet

2 – We opened up high-interest savings accounts and earned $250 in interest. We are in what I call our “shovel season of life” Our oldest daughter leaves for college in the fall of 2024 and we have a big savings goal to hit before then. In total, we have made $250 in interest since April.

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Are You Prepared For An Emergency?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you have limited storage space, at least put together a 72-hour kit for each member of your family. Your physical emergency preparedness can also help during times of financial hardship. For example, if my family were to experience a sudden drop in income, we have enough home food storage to help us along for a few months.