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Where I found money in February

Family Balance Sheet

Finding extra money has become a game for me. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. My total of found money in February: $3433.68.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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But the truth is, we have the money. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. Dave Ramsey suggests in his book, The Total Money Makeover (affiliate link) , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. It is NOT a spending account.

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How to Save Money on Groceries

Family Balance Sheet

Everyone is trying to figure out how to save money on groceries! If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well!

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14 Bath and Body Works Coupons & Sale Hacks!

The Frugal Girls

Stock up on your favorite lotions, candles, soaps and more with these Bath and Body Works Coupons and Sale Hacks that will save you SO much money! appeared first on The Frugal Girls.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I make notes of gift ideas for my family and friends throughout the year.

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Normalize Gifting Thrifted Items

Stockpiling Moms

Now, more than ever we need to save money. I yard sale and thrift all year long for my booth. Why am I not thrifting gifts for my friends and family too. It is a great way to support local business as the money goes straight into the pocket of the shop/booth owner. It is time to normalize gifting thrifted items.

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Ways to Save Money in December

Family Balance Sheet

I’m not advocating anyone to over-spend or buy things that we wouldn’t normally spend money on this month and holiday season, especially if we don’t have the funds. 7 Ways to Save Money in December. 7 Ways to Save Money in December. Plan your menu around these sales, and stock up for your pantry and/or freezer.