Money Management Archives

What Is Woot and How Can It Save You Money?

May 13, 2021

My husband recently announced that he’d finally bought us a robotic vacuum to help with cleaning around the house. I…
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How to Save Money on Braces

February 17, 2021

INSIDE: Worried about how to pay for braces? Costing more than $3,000, they aren’t cheap! Learn the simple ways to…
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How to Set a Realistic Budget for Christmas Shopping

October 20, 2020

INSIDE: Christmas shopping can easily get out of hand. Learn how to set a Christmas budget so you can make…
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HOW TO SPLURGE THS HOLIDAY (WITHOUT BLOWING YOUR BUDGET)

August 12, 2020

Several years ago, 2010 to be exact, my husband and I made our final payment on our debt. We were…
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Teaching Your Kids About a Christmas Budget

August 11, 2020

The holidays are just around the corner. While you may not yet be decorating your house or buying gifts, there…
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YOUR GUIDE FOR SAVING MONEY ON PET FOOD

August 5, 2020

If you are like most people, your dog is not simply a pet. He or she is a member of…
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