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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

My family loves watching movies and tv series together, and having regular game nights. After I became a mother, finances became much more complicated. They don’t charge admission, so the kids and I have enjoyed many hours just watching the kittens play 12. A freebie cabinet. Childhood joy. A local orchard fosters kittens!

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation.

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How To Get A Personal Loan In 8 Steps

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Whether you need money to pay for an unexpected hospital bill, an emergency car repair or to finance some much-needed home renovations , knowing how to get a personal loan will help make the application process as smooth as possible. Watch for prepayment penalties and fees to pick the best option for you.

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How We Paid off Six Figures of Debt

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Financially speaking, he focuses on building the business and I focus on managing our home and finances. We have thought about moving to a larger home with more space, but a smaller home means lower utility bills, homeowners’ insurance premiums, maintenance, and property taxes. Read: How We Watch Great TV without Cable.

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How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!)

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A budget could help you avoid late and insufficient funds fees, find money for an upcoming trip or expense, and ease a disagreement over finances in a marriage. More budgeting resources: How to Budget and Save for Large Yearly Expenses, such as taxes, home owners and auto insurances. Another way to think of a budget is a spending plan.

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