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Thankful Thursday | heating issues

The Frugal Girl

that I am not responsible for home repair bills While I was in Hawaii a branch fell onto my roof and poked a hole. This week, I am thankful: for kind people who let us borrow space heaters I already had one from my Buy Nothing group, but I also got to borrow one from my landlord and two from neighbors.

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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

Additionally, it’s really important to us to have money to give to our kids so we save for that reason too. I want us to have options and the freedom to pursue our interests and joys during that stage of life, so we need to save now! What’s your “why” behind wanting to save money?

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Our 2023 Financial Goals

Family Balance Sheet

The number will most likely not cover everything, but if they decide to pursue options that cost equal to or less than the amount we want to give them, they’ll be in great shape. The rest of the snowball went towards other things, such as a new-to-us vehicle, medical expenses, retirement contributions, and home repairs.

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Home Renovation Techniques

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Every homeowner knows that renovations and home repairs are necessary to keep the home in tiptop shape. While this reality is an accepted fact, some people do not want to have large expenses when it comes to home maintenance and renovation. You can minimize labor cost by doing some of the renovations and repairs yourself.

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2019 Holiday Gift Guide for Dad

Couponing 101

If your father loves taking on home repair projects, some new tools from Home Depot or Lowe’s might be right up his alley. Giving your father an enjoyable experience can be a special treat that creates memories without adding to clutter. For instance, if your father loves vinyl, consider getting him a few records.

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Save Money – Develop Important Home Owner Skills

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

“I’m going to spend a boat load of money today in a furniture store,” she said to him, “if you give us x% discount it will be in your store, otherwise someone else will get our business” She got her discount! Home Repair – Fix It When It Breaks. Home Decorating. Persistence.

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8 Ways to Celebrate Father?s Day at Home

Couponing 101

Maybe he can’t resist home repair projects. However, simply asking what he wants to do can be one of the easiest ways to give him the day he wants and deserves. What is your family doing to celebrate Father’s Day at home this year? Check out these 20 DIY Father’s Day Gift Ideas for inspiration.

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