Read more about the article The Financial Implications of Rural Living
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The Financial Implications of Rural Living

The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: The Financial Implications of Rural Living Eight years ago, my husband and I made the decision to build a house in the woods on a lake.  We had a deal on some family lake property that we couldn't refuse, and we loved the idea of living…

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Read more about the article How I Get Brand Name Clothes on a Not-So-Brand-Name Budget
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How I Get Brand Name Clothes on a Not-So-Brand-Name Budget

The following post is from Tiffany of Mommy Goes Green: How I Get Brand Name Clothes on a Not-So-Brand-Name Budget While I'm no fashion trendsetter, I have always been the type of girl that likes to be dressed up. You won't often find me in jeans and tennis shoes and my go-to winter outfit is…

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5 Beauty Products You Can Find in Your Kitchen

The following post is from Emily of Live Renewed: 5 Beauty Products You Can Find in Your Kitchen When my friend first told me about the EWG's Cosmetic Safety Database several years ago, I basically did the equivalent of a three-year old covering their ears and chanting, "I'm not listening, I'm not listening!" I was…

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Five Compelling Reasons to Live Frugally

The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: Five Compelling Reasons to Live Frugally Living a frugal life is not always easy.  It takes constant creativity and diligence.  It takes a big heart, savvy thinking, and thick skin. It's a lot easier to spend money and not worry about the future...at least for a little…

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Couponing 101: Getting Started Couponing the Right Way

The following is written by Robyn Adams of The Couponing Journey: Couponing 101: Getting Started Couponing the Right Way When I first started couponing in 2008, I was overwhelmed with the enormity of information, yet I was determined to chase every deal down and be the perfect couponer. I was left confused, frustrated, and spending…

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Do You Have a Plan if Your Wallet is Lost or Stolen?

Losing your wallet -- or worse, having it stolen -- is stressful, not just because of the worry of identity theft but also because your left without your identification and methods of payment. One thing you can do to make it a little less stressful is keep a list of everything in your wallet, along…

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