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The Top 10 Reasons not to Lease a Car (and Buy Instead)
When my husband and I moved in together, he was leasing his vehicle. Needless to say, it was effortless to come up with more than 10 reasons not to lease a car after dealing with the aftermath of returning it. Having owned outright and tried a leased vehicle, we learned quickly how leasing could add…
The 65+ Best Tips for Family Travel on a Budget
Family travel on a budget is possible, and these cheap travel tips will help you stretch your money while creating new memories. It’s estimated that 83% of Americans traveled last summer. At an average cost of $1558 per person for one week, that’s a whole lot of dough. Traveling with family can add up quickly, making…
How to Chalk Paint a Dresser for a Cheap Makeover
Want to spruce up your house while on a tight budget? Buying new furniture and decor might be out of the question, but you can always repurpose what you have to save money. That’s why I love this chalk paint dresser tutorial. It’s taking what we already have – or have gotten cheap – and…
Ways to Stretch Your Budget
The Beginner’s Guide to Dave Ramsey Sinking Funds
As you’ve started diving into sorting out your finances, you’ve probably heard that you need a starter emergency fund of $1,000. You may have also heard some talk about Dave Ramsey sinking funds and categories as well. But what exactly is the difference between an emergency fund and a Dave Ramsey sinking funds? And why…
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