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Best Things to Buy in February to Save Money

Can you guys even believe the first month of the year has passed? I, for one, feel like life is still pretty crazy. I'll admit, I've been struggling to keep to a regular posting schedule. However, I really wanted to take the time and get the second installment of this year's "What to Buy" monthly posts up for you. Today, we'll talk about the best things to buy in February to help you save money. Missed last month? Don't forget to check out The Best Things to Buy in January to Save Money! My plan for this post series will…

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February 8, 2021

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Best Things to Buy in January to Save Money

Nearly every budget minded shopper knows that sales are cyclical. This year, I thought it would be fun to have a new monthly installment of posts to share that info! I initially wanted to call it something like "Buy Day Friday" because I like rhyming. Obviously, it's Wednesday, so I'll have to rethink that. Why wait, though? Today, we'll talk about the best things to buy in January to help you save money. My plan for this post series will be to publish early in the month and always within the first week of each month. That way, you can…

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January 6, 2021

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10 More Reusable Items That Save Money All Year Long

Happy New Year, everyone! I hope these first few days have been good to you. If you're anything like me, after the holidays, you've got a bunch of gift cards burning a hole in your pocket. Between those gift cards and New Year's Resolutions, I thought this would be the perfect time to share 10 more reusable items that save money long after you purchase them! If you didn't see my earlier post, be sure to check it out! That post has 15 great reusable items that save you money all year long. Whether you're hoping to minimize waste, get rid of…

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January 5, 2020

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15 Last Minute Gift Ideas That Save Money All Year

The holiday season is right around the corner, and if you're like me, you're not ready! There's always so much to do and not enough time or money to go around. Then, there's the issue of cash. We turned to reusable items to help us save money. If you're not sure what you want from Santa this year, this list is full practical, reusable gift ideas that will help save you money long after the wrapping comes off. Add a few of these last minute gift ideas to your wish list and keep giving yourself the gift of savings. For those…

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December 14, 2019

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No Spend Month Update Week 1

It's Our First No Spend Month Update Ever! I can't believe we are already a week into our first ever no spend month and posting our first no spend month update. Be sure to go back and check out this post to learn all the details about our Slow Spend September Challenge, why I prefer to say low spend, and how it will help us get our budget back on track!When we first decided to have a low spend month, I must admit I was nervous. I thought it would be impossible, and I just knew I would miss out on…

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September 8, 2019