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You made it to the grocery store and are almost done with your shopping when you are confronted with the most daunting obstacle: the checkout lane. A bad experience in the checkout lane, accompanied by whining, dirty looks and disorganization, can derail an otherwise successful grocery shopping trip in a matter of seconds. Here are a few tips to get through those last few minutes of your shopping trip!
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Black Friday! You either love it or you dread it. Either way, there are amazing deals to be had and easy ways to navigate all the mayhem to save an incredible amount of money.
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Making your own cleaning supplies can be a breath of fresh air on a suffocating budget. Not only can it save money, in many cases it can be safer than the chemicals some cleaning supplies contain. Many of the recipes here are made of ingredients you already have.
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Kids may not always listen to the life lessons we try to impart, but when it comes to money, they are an amazingly attentive audience. T. Rowe Price, a global investment management firm, found in a recent survey that 65 percent of kids approach their parents about money matters. Provide guidance about managing money now and you’ll set your children on the course for a lifetime of financial responsibility and long-term security.
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After weight loss strategies, debt-free living must be one of the most talked about, search-engined topics around. Evidence: a recent Google search returned “about” 9,720,000 results in .12 seconds. Some catchy titles popped up, but the third-ranked program was the Dave Ramsey homepage, www.DaveRamsey.com.
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It’s cool to be a cheapskate these days. It’s also easy via the web. But with so many coupon, discount and deal websites available, navigating your way to the best sites to find deals you’ll actually use can be a challenge. Here are a few sites worth looking at.
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You’ve heard this before--If you’re a parent, you should consider using a qualified tuition savings plan or a prepayment tuition plan to save even more for college. But while most parents are familiar with 529 plans, the number of people who actually know how they work and what benefits they offer are few.
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It’s that time of year when retailers want us all to think about Christmas shopping, and the "Hot Toys of 2010" lists are being published left and right. Some of the hot items this year are Pillow Pets, LaLaLoopsy Dolls, Sing-a-Ma-Jigs, Squinkies, Loopz and Dance Star Mickey.
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The holidays are supposed to be filled with love and good cheer, but the logistics of shopping for gifts, sending out cards, taking family trips and shipping packages can leave even the jolliest of people in a Scrooge-like mood.
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By carving out a little bit here and there, your savings will add up and your spending will go down…without your even feeling the crunch! Here are some tips on ways to save big by saving a little.
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Drugstores like CVS or Walgreens can be the BEST place to find bargains on the things you use every day. It is possible to get items at a fraction of their normal price or even FREE! Learn how!
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As life changes go, the birth of your first child is right up there with the most stressful financial times in a parent’s life. Excitement, worry and confusion make it difficult to focus your attention and know what to do first. I’ve watched many parents come through this transition successfully because they’ve set goals and taken the necessary steps to reach them. I’ve also seen people falter along the way in a manner that can hinder their financial future forever. Consider the following information to help ensure you are well-equipped for this new financial phase of life.
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While a report card’s prime positioning on the front of the refrigerator is always exciting for your child, something in return for those good grades is always better! And when that reward is something that doesn’t cost Mom and Dad anything… well that is even better!
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For some women, going back to work after having a baby is the obvious choice, but many others face a difficult decision: stay home or stay at work. A new mother facing this decision may feel a great weight upon her, but coming to a decision she can be happy with is possible.
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You walk into a massive warehouse store with acres of “good deals” spread out before you. So did you get a great deal on things that will last your family months or did you just blow your budget? Follow our guide to great savings!
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Surely, in this era of the “Great Recession,” every parent wants their children to know how to manage their finances. Studies show that children are not learning about money at school or elsewhere. So, it’s up to parents to teach kids money management long before they land their first jobs. That takes time and commitment.
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Terrific Budget-Friendly Shopping Tips!
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Sometimes simply knowing where something is in the house, can save you money from having to go out and buy it again. So get organized and start saving!
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Our children grow too quickly! They always need new shoes, new pants and new accessories. What do you do with those outfits that you love too much and your child outgrew too quickly?
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