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120+ Side Hustles for Women (2023)

Finding side hustles for women that fit into their busy schedules can be quite the challenge. Chances are you’re already knee deep in a million other responsibilities as it is, so any side gigs you pick up need to be an easy way to make extra cash quickly. There are a billion great side hustles…

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37 Easy Money Savings Challenge for 2023

If you’re looking for a way to boost your savings or debt repayment goals, try a money savings challenge. Money or saving challenges are a great way to switch things up and jumpstart your savings. What is a Money Savings Challenge? A money savings challenge is a way to save money that makes it fun…

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How to Start Living Below Your Means in 2023

If you’ve wandered around any personal finance site or listened to a money guru for very long, you’ll hear the importance of living below your means mentioned often. We’ve all heard the term thrown around, sure, but do you know if you’re genuinely living below your means? In this post, I’ll cover what it means…

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The Cheapest States to Live in 2023

If you’ve ever wondered what the cheapest state to live in is, you’ve come to the right place!  When it comes to determining which states have the lowest cost of living, there are a lot of different sources saying a lot of different things, especially since the cheapest city to live in the USA is…

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Poshmark vs Thredup: Which is Better? (2023)

Do you have clothes that are too nice to donate but aren’t sure what to do with them? Poshmark and ThredUp are two of the best online thrift stores for buying and selling used clothing. They’re both great options, but it can be hard to decide which one is right for you. That’s why we’ve…

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Arcadia Power Review: 2023 Guide to Clean Energy

I started using Arcadia Power over a year ago, and wanted to share my Arcadia review on how it’s working out – if I’ve been saving money, if I’m really making an impact on the environment, and if it’s worth signing up for their services. If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, by…

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Greenlight Debit Card for Kids Review (2023)

When I first heard about the Greenlight debit card, I was skeptical. Very, very skeptical. The idea of this app, and handing a kid a debit card, felt like the equivalent of giving them an entire cake and fork. (It can’t end well for either of you!) So, I decided to check out as many…

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How to Earn Money as a Kid in 2023

Learning how to earn money as a kid is a right of passage that every adult has gone through. The siren call of video games, gas money, makeup, or candy is enough to make the most strong-willed kid pick up a side hustle to earn some cash. We’ve all wanted to know how to get…

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Fun Playroom Ideas on a Budget that Kids will Love!

Looking for great playroom ideas on a budget? These tips will help you create a beautiful area for your kids to grow in a fun and organized playroom without spending too much. With some planning and shopping around, you can easily create a beautiful playroom on a budget. Do Kids Really Need a Playroom? Play…