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3 Tips to Save Money On Lunches
One of the hardest meals to save money on and still have variety is lunch. It is so easy to just drive to a fast food place and get something quick and easy. The problem with this is you are paying for convenience and the quickness of everything. You are also paying for the prep,…

Quick and Easy Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef
Stuffed Peppers are a great addition to any meal. This meat stuffed peppers recipe is no exception. This is a quick and easy recipe and is a great one for even kids. They love the sauce and filling. This can be made in any color pepper so pick your favorite and dig in! When making this…

5 Tip for Successful Bartering
Bartering and negotiating are two skills that seem to have gone to the wayside for so many, but they both as useful to a savvy businessperson as the budget minded mom or dad. Developing the ability to hold your own during negotiations or while bartering your way to a desired item or outcome takes some…




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