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Halloween costumes have changed a lot over my lifetime. Remember the particular smell of the plastic masks that came with the costumes our parents grabbed for a few bucks at the pharmacy or big-box store? Now, the stores are overrun with intricate, adorable costumes that also carry really high price tags. And that’s before you […]
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These days, there seems to be a subscription service for just about everything. From streaming services to monthly subscription boxes filled with anything you could ever need or want, there’s something for everybody. These subscriptions can make great gifts, provide entertainment, or allow people to try out new products they may be interested in. It’s […]
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Many people make New Year’s resolutions about money, deciding that this will be the year they save money or pay off debt. But why wait until January to start saving money? There’s no particular magic about starting at the first of the year that’s likely to make you a more successful saver. What is likely […]
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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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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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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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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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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 […]
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Who’s on your gift list this year? Between your significant other, your kids, your parents, your co-workers, and everyone else who might be on your list, you’ve probably got quite the shopping list, but all of these presents can add up to a significant hit to your checking account. Thankfully, it really is the thought […]
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The end of the calendar year means different things to different people. Some love autumn, some are enjoying football season, and others are looking forward to the holidays. For all of us, though, it means the year is ending, and that brings certain rituals and responsibilities. The end of the year is a great time to look back over […]