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How to Use a 529 Plan to Save on Future Education Costs
Hello, fellow thrifty savers! Today, let's dive into a topic that's close to my heart - smart ways to save for future education costs. As you know, education is a significant investment, and if you're like me, you want to ensure that your hard-earned money[.....]
How to Make Sure You're Not Overpaying on Capital Gains Taxes
Hello savvy budgeters and fellow money-saving enthusiasts! Today, we're going to tackle a topic that can sometimes be a bit daunting, but is incredibly important for anyone who's dabbled in investments: Capital Gains Taxes. If you've ever sold an investmen[.....]
Common Car Repairs You Can Do Yourself to Save Hundreds
Hello savvy savers! As we all know, owning a car can be a costly affair, especially when unexpected repairs knock at your door. Sometimes, these repairs can burn a hole in your pocket, particularly when you're trying to save, budget or plan for future fina[.....]
How to Find High-Quality Discounted Meat and Produce
Hello, fellow savings enthusiasts! I’m thrilled to share some of my tried-and-true wisdom on finding high-quality discounted meat and produce. As a dedicated money saver, I believe that you don't have to compromise on quality to save a few bucks. Fresh, hi[.....]
Teaching Teens About Money Through Real-Life Experiences
Hello savvy savers! Today we're diving into the world of finance with our teenagers. It's a big, sometimes scary place, but it's also a world full of opportunities to save, invest and grow. The earlier we can teach our teens about managing money, the bette[.....]
Why Bulk Buying Baby Essentials Saves More in the Long Run
Hello fellow savers, and welcome to another blog post on eTHRIFT.net, your go-to place for smart shopping and money-saving tips. Today, we're diving into a topic close to the hearts of many parents and parents-to-be. We're talking about baby essentials and[.....]
How to Budget for Unexpected Baby Medical Costs
Hello, fellow thrifters! Today, we're going to talk about a topic that's near and dear to many of our hearts: budgeting for unexpected baby medical costs. For those of us who are parents, we know that babies are bundles of joy—but they can also be bundles[.....]
Why You Should Automate Your Savings (and How to Do It)
Hello, fellow savers! If you're anything like me, you love the thrill of saving money. It's like a game, right? How much can we save this month? How can we cut costs without sacrificing quality? Today, I want to share with you one of my favorite money-savi[.....]
How to Avoid Paying Extra Taxes on Unexpected Windfalls
Hello thrifters and savers! There's a certain joy that comes from receiving an unexpected windfall. Perhaps it's an inheritance, a bonus, a lottery win, or even a sizeable tax refund. While this sudden influx of cash might seem like a dream come true, it c[.....]
The Best Strategies for Avoiding Common Money Pitfalls
Hello, fellow thrifters! Today, we're going to discuss some of the best strategies for avoiding common money pitfalls. We all have those moments, whether it's an impulse buy, a forgotten bill, or the dreaded "I'll treat myself" moment, which can drain our[.....]