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Why You Should Buy Used Clothes for Your Kids

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Chonce Maddox / December 17th, 2015 / No Comments

As a parent, I never understood why some people buy expensive name brand clothes for their kids. Children grow extremely fast, and It’s always only a matter of time before they outgrow their current wardrobe and need bigger clothes to wear. I purchase mostly used clothes for my son and even get a few outfits for free each year as hand-me-downs from family and friends. As long as the clothes are clean,...

Posted in: Saving Money Tagged with: goodwill, save money, shopping second hand, used clothes, used kids's clothes

Save Money on Heating Costs this Winter with These Simple Tricks

saving money, heating costs, winterizing

Chonce Maddox / November 10th, 2015 / No Comments

Winter weather is no joke when it comes to your heating bill. Depending on where you live, harsh winters can cause you to run your heat every day and that increase on your bill each month can cause your budget to become tight in some other areas. Trying to save on heating costs can be discouraging because you have to run your heat in the winter to stay warm. On the contrary, these helpful tricks will...

Posted in: Life Hacks, Saving Money Tagged with: life hacks, lower your heating bill, save money on heating

How to Save Money During the Holidays

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Chonce Maddox / October 30th, 2015 / 2 Comments

The holiday season is widely surrounded around giving and shopping between all the events, gifts, and celebrations that occur. Saving is rarely every emphasized well enough during this time of year that promotes spending all of your money. Saving during this time can make a huge impact on your finances now and prevent you from feeling broke at the start of the new year. Here are four practical ways...

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Money Saving Tips for College Students

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Chonce Maddox / October 16th, 2015 / 3 Comments

It’s no secret that college is expensive. With tuition and fees averaging around $23,000 per year, it has become crucial that students save money wherever they can and try their best to avoid racking up student loans. College will probably not be the most glamorous time in your life, but just remember that you’re working toward a better future and a sustainable career. You should adopt frugal habits,...

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