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How to Have Fun on a Budget

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012
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Having fun and finding entertainment and recreation opportunities doesn’t have to be expensive, which is great news when you are living with a tight budget. You might need to be a bit more creative than just booking into a 5-star resort or buying expensive tickets to the latest show but it is possible to find ...

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Ways To Listen To Music For Less

Monday, February 20th, 2012
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I don't know about you guys, but I'm a music junkie. My job requires me to spend an average of over an hour a day on the road, a drive that would be pretty boring without my trusty iPod to keep me company. If I'm not watching something on TV, music is usually playing in ...

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Frugal Family Fun in the American Midwest

Friday, February 17th, 2012
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Some folks consider the American Midwest p-r-e-t-t-y boring.  In their minds, it has little culture, no historical significance, no mountains with ski resorts and no beaches for swimming or surfing.  However, those of us who grew up here and live here still, find frugal family fun activities galore. Here are a few of my favorite things ...

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iStock 000006202432XSmall 150x150 Frugal Anniversary Gift Ideas That Will Win Her Over

My wedding anniversary is 8/16!  Why does that matter?  Well,  every woman feels loved once her man remembers their anniversary.  Whether it’s their wedding or the day they became official, it is memorable for a woman. If you are about to celebrate your anniversary with your loved one, it is only natural that you will ...

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How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
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Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap. The first thing that you have to do is look at thrift stores in a new light. Some people wouldn’t be caught dead going into a thrift store, but they are often nice, clean stores where ...

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Buying cleaning supplies for your house can be expensive, and you have to buy different products to clean different things. So, even if one cleaning product isn’t very expensive, having to buy a dozen of them can be. In addition to cost, many people are concerned about the chemicals in cleaning products, and whether they ...

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