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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Barter your gym membership! Do you have a gym membership? However, if you do use it , ask your gym if they swap volunteer hours for a free membership. Years ago, my husband received a free family membership by working at the front desk of the gym from 6 – 9 am two Saturdays a month. 9 – Collect your change.

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Meet Carrie. She Paid Off $14,000 in Debt in 14 Months.

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I also downsized my lifestyle and sold extra furniture, clothes, and jewelry, on Craigslist. I also decided I didn’t need extra luxuries like my gym membership and cable TV. He leaves most of the financial goals up to me, but we make the decisions together. What are your financial goals now?

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