Budgeting with a Brood: Raising a Family Without Raising Debt

Ways to Keep Your Family on Budget Be conscious while shopping.  I sometimes find myself buying something for my children that they don’t need, buying an item at the grocery store even though we already have it at home, or putting something in my shopping carriage because it looks attractive in the store even though I don’t really need it. Find “invisible” ways to spend less.  One way I do this is during hot months, raising the thermostat at least 5 degrees when I know we won’t be home for several hours.  I also turn the fan setting on...

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Black Friday Apps for Smarter Shopping

  Bella Breakdown It’s almost time to get in line ladies because…Black Friday is almost here. And before you go out and brave the crowds, you may want to download some of these helpful apps. From apps with barcode scanners that allow you to compare prices at competitor stores, to receiving coupons strait to your mobile device, these apps could save you time and money on your holiday shopping spree. Krystin Goodwin shares how to shop smarter with the latest...

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