Balancing Your Budget with… Toothpaste?

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If you've set up a budget, you know how important it is to keep your spending on track. Even a few dollars here and there can add up. The creative use of ordinary items you already have in your home can save you money. Consider, for example, plain … [Read more...]

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Cut Cable TV and Slash Your Monthly Expenses

Cut Cable to Slash Your Monthly Expenses

Understand more about how to use your money wisely, plan your budget, and improve your credit score, and you'll see that some things drain your financial resources but give little in return. The average  monthly cable subscription costs $71 - … [Read more...]

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How to Build $1,000 in Savings – Painlessly!

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Maybe you already have a budget, a high credit score and a great mortgage rate. Still, it seems that money never goes as far as it should. If you want to start saving, consider the following: Know yourself. If money slips through your fingers … [Read more...]

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6 Tips for Budget-Friendly Shopping at Yard Sales

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If you've set up a budget, you know how hard it can be to keep on track. We all have times when our expenses are bigger than we thought.  Shopping at yard sales can balance your budget again in a hurry. Put aside your biases ("new" is not always … [Read more...]

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Advice for a Successful Garage Sale

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You pay attention to your credit score, you’ve set up a budget, and you shop around for the best deals from home loans to groceries.   Still, who can’t use a little extra cash now and then?  If you’re thinking about having a garage sale, … [Read more...]

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Money-Saving Tips for Pet Lovers

Money Saving Tips for Pet Lovers

Americans keep 71 million dogs and 81 million cats as pets.  The pet industry is huge, and filling a shopping cart in a pet store can ruin a budget.  You pay attention to the big picture like your credit score, budget planning, and great deals on … [Read more...]

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6 Ways to Save Money on Pet Health Care

Money Saving Tips for Pet Health Care

Healthy personal finance means paying attention to your credit rating, watching your spending habits, creating a budget, and sticking to it.  If you’re a pet owner, Fido or Fluffy is a family member – but also a line item in the monthly … [Read more...]

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To Buy… or Not to Buy in Bulk

Does Bulk Buying Save Money?

Sometimes we make financial decisions on the “bigger is better” principle. Buying a new home can mean more square footage for a growing family. A higher credit score is always a good thing.  But what about shopping at supermarkets, discount … [Read more...]

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5 Tips for Money-Smart Car Care

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So you got a fantastic deal on that car.  You made the tough choices: new or used? Lease or buy? You’ve been careful about your credit, so you found a car loan that fits your budget. You’re off to a great start. Here are some tips for keeping … [Read more...]

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6 Tips for Budget-Friendly Farm-Fresh Food

Farm-Fresh Food that's Easy on the Budget, Photo Courtesy of @LiveSimply2LifeWell on Flickr

Building financial security means taking care of the big things. Fortunately, there are a lot of helpful personal finance sites available that dispense great advice on home loans, credit improvement, and other “big picture” elements of financial … [Read more...]

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How to Keep Your Home Clean and Green on a Budget

Clean Your Home with Green, Budget-Friendly Products

You can save money and be environmentally friendly at the same time with a few simple supplies you probably already have in your home.  Your windows will sparkle and your floors will shine.  You’ll keep potentially harmful chemicals out of your … [Read more...]

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