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Life After Foreclosure: Five Hacks to Get Back on Track
There’s good news on life after foreclosures. The total number of filings reached about 1.1 million in 2015, down 3 percent from 2014 and a whopping 62 percent from 2010. While the declining numbers paint a rosier picture of the nation’s economy, foreclosures, no matter the number, take a toll on wallets, of course, but […]
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Cheap Summer Activities For Kids That Fit In Your Budget
For kids, summer vacation drags on forever. For parents, those weeks can just seem like a big drag on their wallet – thanks to summer camps, vacations and all of those ice cream cones. But summer time doesn’t have to be so expensive. Here are five cheap summer activities to keep down expenses and build […]
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School’s Almost Out: Tips for Covering Summer Expenses
Most kids can’t wait until that last bell rings, signaling summer vacation. Working parents, however, often look to that same day with dread as they add up the total cost of Summer expenses on their wallets. Vacations, camps, activities, pool time. Together, those Summer expenses conspire to have a huge impact on a family’s budget. […]
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Don’t Break the Bank Buying Cleaning Products
Looking to save money on homemade cleaning products? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American homeowner spends about $725 a year on housekeeping supplies, including laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, toilet paper and other necessities. The average renter shells out about $403. Household cleaning products and cleansers can cost a lot of […]
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Financial Pregnancy Planning: How To Prepare
There’s one part of pregnancy planning that doesn’t need to be uncertain, and that is your finances. Here’s how to prep your bank account for what’s next.
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Spring Break on a Budget: Where to Go and How to Get There
Spring break is quickly approaching and that means it’s time to start planning where you want to go with your family. We offer some of our best tips here
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When to Talk About Debt with Your Kids
When it comes to children and money how soon should you talk debt with your kids? Some say the sooner the better.
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32 Fun Free Things to Do with Kids This Winter
Not sure how to entertain your family during the cold months without breaking the bank? Check out our list of 32 free things to do with kids in winter.
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Decorating Your First Home Without Debt: 6 Ways to Express Yourself For (Almost) Free
Express your personality by decorating your first home with these free or cheap decoration ideas. A little inspiration can go a long way for avoiding debt.