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Meet a Reader | Mid-Atlantic Julia

The Frugal Girl

Over time, I have realized that I had somewhat of an unhealthy way of depending on money for a sense of security and control. I think I have grown in this area into seeing money as a tool, instead of trying to hoard as much as possible and be miserly. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts?

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

My biggest financial regret is the amount of money we spent on restaurant meals from the time we were married and both working full time to when we had kids. Now I wish those dollars had gone into our savings accounts. It’s a tool, and it provides security and options. Alan doesn’t share that regret.

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Ways to Save Money on a Tight Budget

Saving Everyday

My niece goes to Goodwill and buys what I can only describe as bags of junk, and she makes a full-time income selling it on eBay. In the winter months, you can offer to weatherproof windows, which also saves them money on their electricity bill. Budget Planning Tools Start a budget now! Save your savings.