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Money Matter: Should I Dump Cable TV?

We're moving soon and our monthly payments are about to go up significantly. I'm looking at ways to cut corners and I think cable TV is about to get the ax.  Apparently I'm not alone. We spend about $100 a month for internet/cable/phone service (which isn't bad, I guess) but the more I think about it, the more I wonder if I really need cable in my life. I have a Netflix subscription and that … [Continue reading...]

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Making clothes last!

One thing I'm regretting now that I have two kids is my desire to make Baby A be so darn girly and frilly all the time. I went through her clothes and there is absolutely nothing to hand down to Thomas. She has one orange shirt he can wear, but that's it. I went so far as to buy her pink socks too, so I can't even use those with him. So beware, if you have a girl first, don't be like me. Let her … [Continue reading...]

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Save money through e-mail (Remember that?)

I'm a little obsessed with saving money. I monitor my account balances almost hourly, and I'm always scheming of ways to either save more money or make more money so I can save more money. (It's okay if you had to re-read that last sentence. I did too :) My latest thing? Signing up for all kinds of newsletters and e-mail alerts. Go to any of your favorite stores, whether it's Target, Old Navy, … [Continue reading...]

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THIS is the reason I started this blog…

I get tons of parenting newletters a day and I visit a few other websites that are mommy-related. I stumbled upon this product recommendation today and nearly tore my hair out! The authors pushing this collapsible baby tub try to sell you on the fact that giving a baby a bath is SUCH a big freakin' deal. Sure, babies squirm and have no control over their movements and you've got wet, … [Continue reading...]

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Quick Tips: Saving Money

Just read this quick tip over in the comments section of ZenHabits. Want to save money on your grocery bill? Write your grocery list on last week's receipt so you can see how much something usually costs, and if you're getting a deal. Brillant! … [Continue reading...]

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What’s your credit score?

Now more than ever, having a decent credit score is vitally imporant. I recently bit my lip and purchased my credit report and score to see how I stacked up. I was pleasantly surprised that I have what some (like banks and credit agencies) might call, "Good credit." Actually, great credit. It cost me about $15 (ouch!) but I feel better knowing where I stand. If you don't want to fork over that … [Continue reading...]

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Give Your Kids the Ultimate Christmas

As soon as the Halloween costumes get marked down 75%, the stores begin to put out their Christmas displays. (Those who love Thanksgiving are just SOL, I guess.) Check out every parenting magazine and they are packed with gift ideas. I just read a few and was slightly impressed. They seem to understand that money is a little tighter this year. Good for them. But that 13 of its "58 Best Toys" were … [Continue reading...]

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Recession-Proof Your Finances

I don't know about you, but reading all this talk about Wall Street fiascos and government bailouts and bank failures has got me nervous. I've been keeping a close eye on my finances and trying to make myself feel as secure as possible. Here are a few habits I've picked up over the last couple weeks. See if any help you out: 1) I brought my calculator to the grocery store. Instead of keeping a … [Continue reading...]

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