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5 Millennial Money Facts That Go Against All The Rules
These five millennial facts about money go against everything we’ve been taught about money. So why do they do it? Here’s a look at some differences.
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Cooking with CESI: Thanksgiving Turkey Casserole
Leftovers are one of the most economical ways to create a meal for your family. And Thanksgiving leftovers, in my humble opinion, are the very best type of leftovers. If you have extras in your fridge from your Thanksgiving meal, this delicious casserole will be a treat that is easy on the budget and simple […]
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Save Money on Gas This Holiday Season
Looking for a way to cut your holiday expenses? Look at the pump! Use these tips to save money on gas this holiday season.
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Beware of Holiday Scams
Fraudsters take advantage of holiday cheer It’s hard to put an exact dollar figure on how much consumers lose from scams, but, according to one report, the Federal Trade Commission estimated that there were nearly 49 million individual annual fraud transactions with an average loss of $60 – totaling nearly $3 billion lost to fraud. […]
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Cooking with CESI: Slow Cooker Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Looking for a hearty and delicious side item recipe to serve for your Holiday meal? This slow cooker mashed potato recipe from Taste of Home hits all the right requirements! You can make it ahead and heat it for serving, freeing up precious room in your oven, and potatoes are an economical item to feed to […]
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Can You Afford to Ignore Your Emotional Health? Part 2
In part 1 of our series, we looked at why emotional health is important, and why we should value it as part of our daily life and our budget. In part 2, let’s take a closer look at some solutions that we can use to manage the challenges of staying emotionally healthy on a limited […]
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Cooking with CESI: Brined Thanksgiving Turkey
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away – it’s time to start planning your menu! Our recipe this week, courtesy of Food Network is a holiday staple for many families, with a little twist. Bay and Lemon Brined Turkey will be a wonderful addition to your holiday table! The beauty of a roasted turkey is […]
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Cash in the Closet: Why Cleaning Up Could Help You Save on Holiday Spending
The average consumer could spend more than $800 this year on the holidays, according to the National Retail Federation. For countless hours, they’ll scan websites and walk around malls to find the perfect gift for their friends and family. But, in many cases, those very same consumers could be saving plenty of money – and […]