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When You Should Sell, Donate, or Toss Decluttered Items
Hey hey friends! I hope that this post finds you at exactly the right moment. Because today, we're talking about decluttering and when you should donate, sell, or toss decluttered items. Decluttering is absolutely necessary this time of year whether you opt to do it before or after the holidays. But what should you do with decluttered items?
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2020 Holiday Gift Guide – A List of Actually Useful Things
Can you believe it's actually November? 2020 has been the slowest, yet fastest, year ever. And while I'm really ready for things to go back to "normal", I also want to savor the holidays in a simple way. For us, that means spending time with family, eating good food, and exchanging just a few gifts. This 2020 holiday gift guide is pretty short, but packed full of goodness!
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Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Something New – Stop Overspending!
Ever venture into a store and want to buy all the things? I think we've all been there. Especially with the holidays fast approaching, we need to whip our wallets into shape and build a habit of asking ourselves these questions before we buying anything new. So what are the questions to ask yourself before buying something new? I'm glad you asked!
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When It Pays to Spend Money to Save Money
When people start to save money, they automatically go for the cheapest option or stop buying things all together. And while this can be a great way to save money up front, are you actually saving money in the long run? Sometimes, spending more money to purchase an item or service pays off and will save you money in the future. Let's look at some great examples of when it pays to spend money to save money!
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How to Save Money for a House + Home Buying Tips
Let's face it - we're all at home a little more these days. And with being home for many months now with the same people... all day... we start to feel a little restless. Maybe it's time to start looking for a new home! But how do you start to save money for a house? Lucky for you, I have loads of tips on how to save money for a house and how to make the home buying process go smoothly.
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How to Start a Low Waste Lifestyle
Minimalism and low waste go hand in hand. Both are focused on consuming less. When we adopted a minimalist lifestyle, we had no idea that would lead to a low waste lifestyle. The more that I read about low waste and zero waste, the more interested I became. Because of my research, I've learned a lot. We are still learning about how to reduce the waste we produce everyday, but we have come a long way.
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Food Waste, Money Waste, and a Pantry Challenge
You probably don't think twice about throwing out food that has gone bad. That lonely stalk of celery, the odd russet potato, the last two slices of meatloaf... But turn that food you just threw away into money, that might make you think twice. Food waste is a HUGE problem in the US. According to the USDA, up to 40% of food in America is wasted. That equates to 133 billion pounds (218.9 pounds) or $161 billion. YIKES!!
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The Goal of Frugal Living – It’s More than Saving Money
In today's world, saving money can be tough. Many of us aren't earning as much as we used to and the cost of living has gone up. That means what we can save on a regular basis has decreased. Or has it? I've fallen victim to "lifestyle creep" where you spend more when you earn more AND everything you've previously owned, just isn't good enough. You need better! (says the world). This is where frugality comes in. The goal of frugal living can be quite simple - save money.
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Investing and Frugality – How We Save Money and Invest Smarter!
Living frugally means being careful with your money; investment means taking risks. So how can the two go together? Investing in practically anything on earth can backfire, and leave you worse off than when you began. All that withstanding, investing and frugal living have a surprising amount in common. Furthermore, those who follow a frugal, careful lifestyle can actually be the savviest and most well-rewarded investors in the world.
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How to Thrift – Secrets to Score the Best Deals
Happy National Thrift Shop Day! There's no secret that I love thrifting! But how did I get here? Why do I know so many tips to scoring the best deals at the thrift store? In this post, I'm going to share with you my best secrets and tips on how to thrift so YOU can shop like a pro!
Save. Live. Be Minimal.
