Tag Archive: being frugal

How to Budget for a Family Vacation with Julie Casserly

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With the economy in the condition that it is, families are starting to spend less money on summer vacations. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Practitioner Julie Casserly of ChicagoHealers.com says, “Position yourself to be lucky to spend the amount of money you actually have for vacation, instead of going into debt and…

Craigslist Find: Used Kenmore Washer And Dryer Set

Kenmore Washer And Dryer

We are Craigslist.Org addicts. We’ve found and given some great deals on Craigslist. Our latest find. Saved 50% buying used. Since moving in August, we’ve been doing our laundry at Greg’s mother’s. The last time we brought laundry over, we had NINE loads. Now she hides the laundry detergent from us! HA! I’ve never been…

*OVER* Earth’s Best Savings And Our Gift To One Lucky Baby!

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It is a goal of mine to bring money saving tips and freebies your way. I am no way near expert status, but I figure if continue to seek deals and freebies for blog content, I’ll get better at saving as well. So here’s my first “frugal find” of what I hope to become a…

Shopping Frugally For The Holidays Or All Year ‘Round

With so many people to buy for, shopping for the holidays can become financially stressful. The kids all want a Wii, plus they need clothes. The tots are fine with clothes from Target but the tweens are into expensive name brands. In addition, you have friends and family to buy for and you don’t want…

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