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7 Side Hustle Ideas for Stay-At-Home Parents

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If you prefer more flexibility with your schedule and topics, Tutor.com or similar sites. Look at your favorite blogs and websites to see if they are looking for submissions or check listings on a freelance site like Upwork. Families like yours are always looking for people to take pictures of them. Photographer. eBay Vendor.

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Make Your Own Board Game

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It will help your family foster their creative side. You will build something unique to your family, customized to the things you care about, individualized with family member names, pictures, interests and etc. It can reinforce a family value or an educational need specific to your family. Where to start?

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3 Tried-and-True Tips for a Frugal Family

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You can find lightly used clothes and toys at garage sales or thrift stores to save as much as 90 percent off retail, according to LivingOnADime.com, a site dedicated to frugal living. The post 3 Tried-and-True Tips for a Frugal Family appeared first on Saving Cents With Sense. Another great item to buy used is your car.

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How Little Could You Spend on Your Child in a Year?

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I had three baby showers when I was pregnant for my son–one from each side of the family and one from my co-workers. Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales. There was very little I had to buy for my child after these showers.

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5 Ways to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time

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Instead of buying items that you may only need for one time, you should consider borrowing items from a friend, family member, or a neighbor. Buying automobiles, electronics, furniture, and home appliances second hand is easier than ever with the rise of online auction sites. Just visit sites like Ebay, Amazon, and Craigslist.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

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According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). I love to shop garage sales. Learn to love hand me downs from relatives.

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Market Place: Featured Items for Sale

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FAMILY Banner $10. Maybe you have been wanting to have a garage sale but have not wanted to go through the hassle of setting up and tearing down. Well now you can post your items here and watch the sale with minimal effort? Do you want to be featured? Halloween File Folder Tag Album $10. Recycled Halloween Door Sign $6.