If you don’t have an emergency fund but would like one, remember that only you can make it happen. Unless you set money aside in a specially designated emergency account (never in your main checking account!), you’ll never have one saved. Simple as that. It takes effort and focus.
Establish a dollar amount you want to save. If it’s [...]
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In the grand scheme of being frugal, sometimes it is wise to spend a little bit more initially, so that you’ll have a quality item that won’t need to be replaced for a long, long time.
Or, it can be worthwhile to invest a little in reusable items, rather than disposable ones. You can be green [...]
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I just saw this on WiseBread, and thought I’d share with you.
You can fill out a quick survey and receive a Swingline stapler for your time.
I don’t have a stapler–so I’m really excited about this one! It’s supposed to be a $20-value. Neato!
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Written as a guest post by Kacie’s husband
After only seven months, here I was center stage - all alone - without guidance - but full of enthusiasm. I was presenting for recruitment on campus in a large classroom. Despite my new accounting job, I am as non-businesslike as the rest of us, so I spoke [...]
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