The Importance of Checking Your Receipt

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One of my Walmart purchases from my trip on Monday was the Playskool Sit-n-Spin.  That will be one of Meleah's Christmas presents. I purchased it because 1) I had a $10 off coupon, and 2) it was on roll-back for $17.  I thought this would make a … [Read more...]

The Importance of an Emergency Fund

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Nearly every personal finance blogger has written about the importance of an emergency fund at one time or another. Today, I experienced that reality first hand. One of my dogs, a rescued boxer, fell ill over the weekend. Unexplained symptoms … [Read more...]

Are you really saving???

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I subscribe to Deal Seeking Mom... *duh* You knew that, right? Because, of course, everyone subscribes to Deal Seeking Mom. What? You don't??? Um, forgive me, but shame on you! You are missing out on some great deals. Get yo' booty over … [Read more...]

Debt+Credit Cards= T.R.O.U.B.L.E

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I've been wanting to do a post about credit cards and credit card companies. I have noticed that the interest rates on my cards have gone up (whether or not there is a balance) and my available credit has dropped, sometimes significantly.Photo by … [Read more...]

My new savings account

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I just opened a new savings account through HSBC Direct that offers 2.60%. It also offers NO fees and a $1 minimum to open. What a way to help that emergency fund grow!Thanks for subscribing! Come visit me anytime on my site! … [Read more...]