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Written by Cassie ParkerJun 11, 2021
Here’s a familiar conundrum: You want to go out to eat, but you also want to be fiscally responsible. You know the best-known tricks to save money when eating out, like going out to lunch instead of dinner, splitting entrees, skipping the appetizers and desserts, and drinking water. But there’s another hack you might not […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerMay 27, 2021
Doesn’t everyone love a good beach vacation? Splashing in the surf, building sandcastles, maybe getting in a little pool time, eating dinner overlooking the water, and enjoying classic boardwalk rides are quintessential summer beach vacation activities. Sadly, many beach destinations are expensive. So, so expensive! How does a frugal family enjoy an ideal beach vacation? […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerMay 24, 2021
So you’ve done it! You’ve cut the cord and canceled cable. According to USA Today, you can expect to save around $60/month. That’s money you can save for a vacation or fund whatever adventures make you happiest. And not to worry, you haven’t condemned yourself to a life without great television and cozy movie nights. […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerApr 26, 2021
Whether you own or lease the vehicle that you drive, it’s your responsibility to not only operate it safely but to also maintain it properly. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the importance of this. In fact, if you’re like many other busy individuals, it’s often too easy to procrastinate, forget, or simply skip out on routine […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerApr 01, 2021
Newlywed couples receive all sorts of gifts. From china to cookware, bedding, towels, silver, serving pieces, and appliances, just about any item you can find in a well-stocked home section of a department store has probably been given as a wedding gift. What’s rarely received is advice on how to begin your marriage on a […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerMar 24, 2021
Money makes the world go around, or so the old saying goes. Everything in the world revolves around the exchanging of money for goods and services, and it is important to develop a healthy relationship with money as early as possible. Simple activities such as counting money or identifying different denominations of money can help […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerMar 15, 2021
Homeownership is a significant goal for many Americans. One recent survey stated that 84% of Americans see homeownership as an excellent financial investment. Additionally, there’s a lot of messaging in our society that says that you aren’t an adult until you purchase your first home. After all, buying a home shows you’ve achieved a certain amount of […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerFeb 18, 2021
The minimalist lifestyle is about living with less and being purposeful about what you do and do not allow into your life. At the moment, it feels very trendy: You can find blogs, Instagram accounts, podcasts, and books devoted to showcasing a minimalist lifestyle. Many of these social media accounts make minimalism seem expensive and […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerFeb 09, 2021
You know you should save for retirement, but it can be so overwhelming trying to figure out how you should go about it. It feels like retirement investment has a whole vocabulary of its own, and it’s even hard to determine how much to save. You might read articles saying people should save at least […]
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Written by Cassie ParkerFeb 02, 2021
The first step to handling your finances well is deciding to learn how to do it. Luckily, there are tons of free information sources to help you become more financially literate, from websites to videos to podcasts. Listening to personal finance podcasts is a great way to increase your financial literacy, and you can do […]
