Saving Money

Learn the basics for saving money with these expert tips for reducing debt, lowering bills, and finally saving for your future.
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11 Newborn Items You Don't Actually Need
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Birthday Party Food Ideas That Are Hassle-Free and Budget-Friendly
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5 Tips for Parents to Negotiate a Raise as Inflation Skyrockets
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Families Feel the Effects of Inflation as a Recession Nears
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Do You Or Your Child Qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness?
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Adoption is Expensive, It's Time We Normalize Baby Showers for Adoptive Parents
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11 Cheap (Or Free) Winter Activities To Do With Kids
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3 Ways Parents Can Save On Swim Lessons
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Can I Afford to Be a Stay at Home Parent?
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Ways to Save Money On Baby Food
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Put Your Money Where It Matters in 2022 With These Sustainable Gift Ideas for Kids
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Is Driving School Worth the Cost? Here Is How Parents Can Decide
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How to Save Money for a House
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A Nine-Month Plan for Getting Your Family's Finances in Order Pre-Baby
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Is Rent-To-Own An Affordable Way to Buy a Family Home?
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Polite Ways to Say 'No' to Donation and Fundraising Requests
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Is It Better to Rent or Buy a Family Home?
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How Much Mortgage Can My Family Afford?
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4 Pros and Cons of Booking Disney Travel With Costco
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Should You Buy Used or New Baby Gear? A Guide to Expiration Dates
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5 Budget-Friendly Travel Experiences That Teach Kids About Climate Change
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I'm My Parents' Retirement Plan: How the 'Sandwich Generation' is Providing Financial Support for Their Kids AND Parents
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How to Save Money When Visiting Disney
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9 Baby Items You Don't Really Need to Buy
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The Most and Least Expensive States to Raise a Child
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10 Meal Prep Tips to Save You Money on School Lunches
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Here's How Many Diapers Your Baby Really Needs
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6 Money-Saving Strategies For Parents On A Budget
Money Lessons I Learned From My Single Mother
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Why You Should Start Saving for College Now
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Baby Registry Tips for Parents on a Budget
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Most Parents Say They Might Use Retirement Savings to Pay for Kids' College—Here's What to Do Instead
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How to Handle the Rising Cost of Summer Camp
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3 Reasons Budget Airlines Are Not Worth It For Families
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8 Ways to Reduce Financial Anxiety for Single-Income Families
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14 Ways to Save Money on New Baby Items
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How to Make the Most of Your Family Road Trip Without Going Broke
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6 Ways to Save on Dental Care
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5 Clever Ways to Save for College That Don't Involve a 529 Plan
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Here Are the Top 5 Most Affordable and Best Online Colleges
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How to Break Bad Money Habits You Learned From Your Parents
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The First Shopping Site for Kids Is Here—but Is It a Good Idea?
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How To Make—and Stick to—a Family Budget
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7 Easy Ways to Save Money on Diapers and Wipes
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How to Retire Early Even If You Have Kids
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How to Use Life Insurance to Pay For Your Kids' College
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5 Family-Friendly Summer Vacations That Won't Break The Bank
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10 Budget-Friendly Summer Programs for Kids
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5 Ways You Can Use Gift Cards To Save Money On Family Groceries
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5 Budget-Friendly Things to Do This Weekend With Your Kids
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These Are the Best (and Worst) Cities for Single Parents