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5 Meals for 4 Under $30

The thought of leaving a long work shift to get home and cook is tiring, especially if you have kids and must make a bigger meal. Most of us know cooking at home is much more cost-effective than eating out, but that’s better said than done. The truth is cutting back on eating out can save you hundreds of dollars …

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Tips to Avoid Impulse Buying

We’ve all done it—impulse buying, purchasing something on a whim only to regret it later. Maybe it was the cost, maybe we didn’t NEED it, maybe there was no space for it, maybe we weren’t able to maintain it, but now we wish we hadn’t bought it! Many things can contribute to impulsive purchases. Your emotions play a big role. …

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Out With the Old: Selling Your Gently Worn Clothes Online

Soon, it’ll be the time of the year when that familiar itch of “out with the old and in with the new” becomes ever more present. Yes, spring cleaning. As you think about how much clearer your head will be as you declutter, remember to think about all the benefits of clearing things out. So, before throwing away that magenta, chiffon dress …

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Myth, Legend, and History: The Casket Girls of New Orleans

The early years of the French colony, La Nouvelle Orleans, were tough, fraught with disease, and a particularly humid climate that few Frenchmen were accustomed to. The men who lived in the colony made careers out of exploring, fur trapping, and trading, an industry that found booming success in the 18th century. Among all this, something was missing. Something that …

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Finance the Future: Saving for Your Child’s College Fund

Did you know the average cost to secure a solid jump start in your sweet baby’s future at a public 4-year college is roughly $20,000 per year? The yearly cost quickly totals about $100,000 or more in guaranteed future expenses.  Kids are expensive, yes! But they are also single-handedly the best investment towards your legacy. Therefore, saving for their future …

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How Personal Credit Affects Small Businesses

The decision to start your own business is exciting, but learning about the ins and outs of running one can get complicated. The best part? Understanding how personal credit affects your business is simple! HOW PERSONAL CREDIT AFFECTS BUSINESS It’s a common misconception that business owners only need to focus on building business credit without having a good personal credit …