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Have You Planned Thanksgiving Dinner Yet?

As I mentioned last week, I am finally living near my family and plan to contribute something to the family feast. I’m still not sure who is hosting, but I do know I’m not! However, I am more than willing to help plan the meal and get the table all set.   How Fancy Is Your Group? To some extent, your menu will be dictated

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Do You Question the Cost of Your Monthly Bills?

Every month I get a series of bills, and they all tend to be about the same each month. My utility, internet, and tv subscriptions are all predictable within a few dollars. My electricity is billed on a rolling average, so it doesn’t fluctuate a huge amount either. Most people probably have the same experience, and as long as the variations aren’t extreme, won’t question

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Cooking to Relax and Save Money

Lately, a friend has visited a few times to help me around the house.  I keep offering to cook for us, but each time I offer she says, “Oh, don’t go to the trouble.” As one of those crazy people who finds the process relaxing and a good creative outlet, I also know that it’s far less expensive to cook at home than to eat

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Spring is Finally Here, Enjoy It!

How to Enjoy Spring Spring is my favorite season, it is filled with so much promise. Plants are growing again, trees are leafing out, and baby birds are hatching. There are so many ways to take advantage of the season, and I’ve collected a few of my favorites.   Spring is Here! I was beginning to think Spring was never going to get here. I’ve

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Frugal Moms are Smart

I think we can all agree that being frugal in general is smart, but I think it’s especially smart for moms. I grew up with a mom who was frugal by necessity; the phrase “wait till payday” came up more times than I can count. As a tail-end baby boomer, I grew up in an era with very few credit cards, so cash was king

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The Simple Guide to Healthy Living on a Budget

Afraid a healthier lifestyle won’t fit in your budget? Good news: there are many strategies for making nutrition and fitness more affordable. Many of these strategies boil down to having a plan, doing your research, and making small lifestyle changes that can have a big impact down the line. At The Simple Dollar, we believe healthy living doesn’t have to be at odds with living

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Smart Tips for Coupon Use

Last month I talked about apps to help save money, and briefly touched on couponing through some of them. That got me curious about the history and rise of coupons and their use. So, I have found some tips on coupons and how to save with them. I confess to forgetting to use them myself. Some of the things I read made me think I

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Best Things to Buy in April and May

It seems like I am always preaching don’t spend money, but I know that y’all do anyway. Luckily there is a retail cycle that will at least allow the best deals for you. April and May sales are mostly about getting outside and enjoying spring.   Think Spring It’s a great time to plan your outdoor living space. Patio furniture is traditionally on sale in

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How To Make Amazing Meals On A Budget

If you’ve perused the cooking section of your local bookstore lately, you may have been sent into cardiac arrest over sticker shock. Not only do the cookbooks themselves come with a hefty price, but buying the ingredients required for many of the recipes will require you to take out a second mortgage on your house. Or sell your first born. Or both. The good news

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4 Ways To Make Money Off Your Home

Everyone’s looking for a little extra cash this summer and what better way to earn it than by making it off your home. We have compiled a list of four unique and creative ways to simply use your home and the resources within it to turn over a little extra money. Rent It Out Many people have gobs of unused space around their house. Whether

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