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Ways To Save Money

Fishmomma @Fishmomma (11658) • United States 11 Nov 12

Many people know I grew up on a farm where we grew and raised livestock for our food and drink. It was a huge challenge when I left home, as we didn't grocery shop until I was a teenager bartering with neighbors for things we...

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Insulted by a sale!

bounce58 @bounce58 (17380) • Canada 14 Sep 11

Yesterday I went to buy a pair of shoes, because the pair I always wear is a bit ragged already. So I went to the mall, and immediately went to the sport shops to pick one up. I was disappointed when I saw the prices of the shoes...

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trick yourself into spending less.

firebirdlizant @firebirdlizant (514) • United States 3 Jan 10

1. have automatic transfers into your saving account 2. use case then you will realize how much you are really spending 3. if your feeling blue stay home. (they have if your in a grumpy mood you may want to buys things out the...

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February is only buy necessities month!

saundyl @saundyl (9783) • Canada 31 Jan 09

So in keeping with a new years resolution i made (spend less money) I decided that for the month of February the only thing i will be buying is food - no junk food or sodas just the healthy stuff. AFTER i clean up some of the...

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Are you planning on cutting back this Christmas or is it full steam ahead?

bayernfan @bayernfan (1430) • Canada 9 Nov 08

With a worldwide recession here, maybe you won't be getting a bonus this year or you have unfortunately lost your job? Perhaps you were lucky and did well in the stock market and it will be business as usual come Christmas time....

companies going out of business

econonomic hardship

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any good coupon sites or tips???

oscar6 @oscar6 (1938) • United States 25 Aug 08

Hey everyone! It seems that my one of my largest expenses is on food. I was wondering do any of you know any good sites where i can print off grocery coupons? Do you guys have any tips on how to use them most effectively? Thanks...

coupon websites

grocery shopping

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The Dollar Stretcher... frugal living tips.

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 29 Jun 08

I'm always looking for a cheaper way to do things: shopping, traveling, etc. I've been this way most of my life. Years ago, I found a great site called "The Dollar Stretcher". I get weekly ezines with some really great...

frugal living tips

making ends meet

money saving tips

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12 cool money tricks

icyorchid @icyorchid (2564) • United States 23 Apr 08

We've collected some great 'money hacks,' clever ways to solve everyday problems or make life a little simpler. These tricks can save you anywhere from a few cents to a few hundred dollars. Lots of us long for shortcuts...

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