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Grandma’s Best Money Saving Secrets

There’s no shortage of money saving secrets, tips, hacks, and tricks for being more thrifty. But as you take in this information, it’s important not to overlook the frugal ways and wisdom of the older generation. Our grandparents knew how to stretch a dollar and their strategies are  ...

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7 Ways to Trick Yourself Into Saving Money

7 ways to trick yourself into saving money… Let’s be honest, most people can’t afford “not” to save money. A savings account can lift, or at the very least ease some of the financial burden of an unexpected expense. From experience, there’s no better feeling than  ...

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12 Golden Rules of Personal Finance

12 Golden Rules of personal finance (get your money right…starting today)!!! Being financially responsible takes dedication and determination — but these aren’t the only ways to get ahead. Need a little guidance and advice? Here’s a look at 12 “Golden Rules” of personal  ...

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Why Is It So Hard to Save Money?!?

If you have a lower income or too much debt, saving money can be hard. It’s not impossible, but it might take longer to grow a safety net. Although these are common obstacles, they aren’t the only ones. So your inability to save could be due to reasons “not” on your  ...

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6 (NEW) Money-Saving Challenges to Try in 2022

Who isn’t on the lookout for additional money saving challenges to save more?!? Whether you’re building an emergency fund or a sinking funds, paying off debt, or looking to enjoy more experiences, here are six money saving challenges guaranteed to supercharge your savings efforts.  ...

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What Does It Mean to *Automate* Your Savings?

What does it mean to automate your savings, and how do you automate? I can’t stress the importance of a regular, consistent savings schedule. A savings account provides greater security by breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck. Saving early in life can also provide a healthy  ...

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