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Eco-Friendly Ways to Lower Your Monthly Utility Bills

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You want your home to be comfortable and safe, but you also don’t want sky-high monthly utility bills. What are some ways you can lower these bills while maintaining a comfortable if not higher-quality home? Check out these eco-friendly tips. Invest in Energy-Efficient Appliances and HVAC Systems Consider investing in energy-efficient appliances. This includes kitchen […]

Budget-Friendly Hobbies for Busy Mothers

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As a busy mother trying to stay within your means, you may find it hard to believe that taking time for yourself is feasible. It’s super important to take time for yourself to decompress and enjoy a hobby of your own sometime throughout each day. Here are 10 budget-friendly hobbies that busy mothers like you […]

3 Budget-Friendly Ways to Take Better Care of Your Skin

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Many of us have been experiencing skin care issues during the pandemic. From maskne to mass breakouts, the COVID-19 stress is real and many of us are seeing it on our faces. Unfortunately, skin care routines can sometimes seem out of our price range, leaving us wondering how we can look and feel better about […]

Easy (and Inexpensive) Ways to Level Up Your Home Office

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Before the pandemic, the ability to work remotely was rare. For the past year, many of us have been working with temporary solutions while waiting for updates on when it’s safe to return to work in-person. Depending on your living situation, you may not have even owned a desk prior to 2020. Now that we’re […]

Why You Should Be Budgeting for Emergencies

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As hard as you try, it’s difficult to plan for the unexpected, especially when it comes to surprises that affect your finances and budget. Sometimes problems come out of nowhere. Your water could heater break down and flood your basement; the dreaded check engine light might come on in your car; your daughter may fall […]

How to Get Free Food in Minnesota during COVID

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How to Get Free Food in Minnesota during COVID During this pandemic, many families are struggling financially. Many have lost their jobs, and many parents are staying home with their kids who are distance learning.  Many kids rely on free school meals, and being stuck at home limits access to them. That’s why school districts […]

3 Clever Ways Your Family Can Save Up to Buy a House

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Despite the state of the economy, the real estate market is still quite hot. Many Americans are still very interested in becoming homeowners, which means that the 2019 homeownership rate (which was 65.1%) could be poised to increase over the next few years. That said, the market will likely continue to be quite competitive — […]

7 Ways Your Teen Can Start Saving For College

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It’s no secret that college is expensive. Students who want to receive a college education must apply, buy textbooks, pay for courses, and pay for on-campus housing if need be. On-campus housing additionally requires the purchase of a meal plan as well as bedding and other accessories for a dorm or apartment. All of these […]