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Introducing the 2015 Choose Thrift First Challenge

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So for 2015, I want to challenge myself and you, to rethink our purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions, like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. Our youngest daughter’s dresser practically disintegrated into pieces over the holiday break.

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Yes Virginia, There is a Money Tree

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You have to stay healthy and motivated for many years to grow a money tree. One way to do this in a two income family is to live off of one income and bank the other. Put the holiday gift of cash into your account. We don’t panic because we know we can make do with out the investment money. We did that.

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Saving Tips & Free Crediting Monitoring

For the Mommas

If you’re still worried you’ll break your resolution, consider motivating yourself by money. Do you really need cable television or can you make do without? By refinancing, consumers could quickly save hundreds of dollars every year without having to make significant cuts to their budget. Spending Less.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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Did you make 2018 financial goals ? My husband and I discussed some ideas over our holiday break and we decided on 2 solid must-achieve financial goals for the year. I’m curious to see how much we can save and also how creative we can get by making do with what we already own or looking for things at a thrift store.