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How to Stave Off the Summer Doldrums without Breaking the Bank

Apr 01, 2016 12:34PM ● By Nikki Ducas

Whoa! I just got a glimpse of how much money could be spent in one week with both of my boys home from school during Spring Break. The amount of food consumed and the cost of activities had me...

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Healthy Eating on a Shoestring Budget

Mar 01, 2016 02:09PM ● By Nikki Ducas

You may think you have to sacrifice healthy eating while maintaining your food budget. I know it is difficult to eat healthfully with young children, but I can assure you it is possible. Let me...

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Is a Health Savings Account a Good Option for You?

Jan 31, 2016 03:29PM ● By Nikki Ducas

HSA stands for Health Savings Account, a tax-advantaged savings account that lets you set aside pre-tax dollars to be used for future medical costs. It is not actual insurance, but allows...

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What Do You Really Need for Baby? Tips for Saving Money and Space

Dec 31, 2015 12:55PM ● By Nikki Ducas

Your new bundle of joy is here and you look around at all the stuff you got from your baby shower. Completely overwhelmed, you ask yourself, “Do I really need that?”Looking back, I can personally...

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Regifting Useful Useless Gifts

Nov 30, 2015 12:42PM ● By Nikki Ducas

There’s a knack to regifting without being suspected of doing so. Keep organized so not to regift back to the original giver or to those who may recognize said gift. When selecting a unique gift...

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Do You Rush Out Before Thanksgiving Is Over for Door Buster Deals?

Oct 29, 2015 08:34PM ● By Nikki Ducas

Are you one to camp out in front of a store for the chance to buy the hottest new gadget, game or toy of the season? Did your parents elbow their way through to do whatever it took to get you a...

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To Cut Your Cell Phone Bill, Ditch Data

Sep 30, 2015 11:51AM ● By Nikki Ducas

Can you believe I still have my very first cell phone? It was an Audiovox MVX-460 and I purposely kept it to one day show my children. Even with switching service providers often, I have...

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Is There Life After Cable?

Sep 01, 2015 02:07PM ● By Nikki Ducas

Cut the cord without cutting out your shows Is there life after cable? I dare say yes! Eight years ago we dropped cable and installed an antenna. At first I was apprehensive; I needed my Food...

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Use Free Financial Apps to Keep Finances in Check

Jul 30, 2015 03:12PM ● By Nikki Ducas

Even if you work with a certified financial planner that uses private software and you feel that all your personal finances are in order, you should still be aware of how much money is coming in...

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Deals and Steals at Wholesale Clubs

Jun 28, 2015 03:05PM ● By Nikki Ducas

Sometimes it may make sense to buy something at Costco, but many times it could be more of a waste of money. After years of shopping Costco, I have learned how to navigate the aisles and to know...

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