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10 Fun and Inexpensive Hobbies to Try This Winter

Fill your free time with free or nearly free activities, like hiking and honing your photography skills.…

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Budgeting Tips for Single Parents

Raising kids by yourself? Adjust your spending and saving to fit your new life.…

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How to Prepare Your Budget for 2023

Review what worked in 2022 and set new financial goals for the coming year. …

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How to Teach Teens About Budgeting

It’s the perfect time to adopt smart money habits encouraging teens to work toward their financial goals.…

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Holiday Meal Planning Tips

Save time, stick to your budget and worry less with our handy meal prep guide. …

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DIY Thanksgiving Decorations

Thanksgiving offers almost endless options for decorating, whether you’re hosting 25 people for Thanksgiving dinner or having a small but festive feast. Luckily, many of the best decorations are also…

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Budget-Friendly Tailgate Recipes

Score a touchdown with these inexpensive, easy-to-make tailgating recipes! …

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DIY Halloween Costumes for Kids

Need some Halloween costume inspiration for your child? We have five affordable, cheap and adorable costumes you can DIY.…

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Budgeting for Newlyweds

Starting a new life together is exciting, but it can also come with new and unexpected expenses—making budgeting for newlyweds an essential task. Creating your life together is the perfect occasion to plan for the future. With the proper monthly budget, you can put money aside to make those dreams a reality.…

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