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Half of Americans Received No Education on Credit Cards; That’s a Problem

Kat Tretina June 14, 2024 • 4 Minute Read
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If you juggle multiple credit cards and carry a balance, you’re not alone. According to The Motley Fool, cardholders in the United States have an average of $6,360 in credit card debt. Millions of people have credit card debt, making it one of the most serious financial issues affecting individuals.
Bring Your Lunch

Amanda Peterson May 19, 2023 • 2 Minute Read
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Bringing your lunch can save you on average $10-$20 per day. Even just bringing your lunch for ONE DAY out of the week can add up to around $80/month or more! Here are a few tips to help you plan!
Save Money: Repair Your Own Clothing

Amanda Peterson March 31, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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Have you seen the price of clothing lately? The average American throws away 81 pounds of clothes each year, with nearly 95% of which can be reused or recycled. With inflation on most things right now at an all-time high, Frugal Friday discusses how to save money and repair your own clothing.
Wise Spend Tip: Consolidate Debt

Amanda Peterson March 1, 2023 • 2 Minute Read
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With Tax Season here, now is a great time to look at paying down some debt. Wednesday's we tend to focus on where to spend out money wisely. However, sometimes we need to focus on reducing that debt, to allow our credit to build back up. Let's dive into the topic of Debt Consolidation.
Money Saving Tip: Automate Your Savings

Amanda Peterson December 21, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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Looking to build your savings account effortlessly? There's no easier way than to automate your savings account. This Wise Spend Wednesday we touch on building your savings account!
Downsize & Declutter

Amanda Peterson September 15, 2022 • 2 Minute Read
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Is your home cluttered? Do you have a lot of stuff... everywhere, that you no longer need? Maybe it's time to go Marie Kondo on it, and set it free if it does not bring you joy. But now what do you do with those things that do not bring you joy? Get rid of them of course! This week's Thrifty Thursday focuses on downsizing and decluttering.
Top 10 Items To Buy In Bulk

Amanda Peterson September 7, 2022 • 2 Minute Read
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Stock up to avoid making numerous trips to the store. If you purchase things in larger quantities, they come at a lower price per ounce, so save money & buy in bulk!
Open A Free Bank Account

Amanda Peterson August 17, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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Banks often charge monthly fees just to maintain your checking account. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to sign up for a free checking account that can save you a few bucks! CreditSoup lists 7 banks that offer such.
Buy Used

Amanda Peterson July 13, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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Why spend hundreds of dollars on name brand clothes, shoes, and toys when they will grow out of it almost as soon as you purchase it? Save money now. Put that extra money you may have spent on high dollar items in a savings account for when they get older. Or, use that money and take them on a fun vacation or trip!
Freeze Any Leftovers

Amanda Peterson July 1, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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This week's #FrugalFriday focuses on leftovers! Did you make too much of a meal, or not feed as many as you originally thought? Be frugal and freeze it!
Cancel Subscriptions

Amanda Peterson June 22, 2022 • 2 Minute Read
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Do you have subscriptions that you don't really need? Consider cancelling them! Use that money to pay down your credit card debt or make extra car or house payments!
Do All Your Errands in One Day

Amanda Peterson June 9, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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CreditSoup's Thrifty Thursday tip this week is to save money by running all of your errands in one day. Not only will this alleviate extra trips to the store, you'll be saving gas money and preventing those impulse buys from extra trips! Schedule a day, map it out, and utilize online services.
Work a Part Time Job

Amanda Peterson June 1, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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Do you like to spend money, yet lack the funds? Consider working a part time job or developing a side income and stash some of that extra cash in a savings account!
Grow Your Own Food & Vegetables

Amanda Peterson May 26, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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Save time & money at the grocery store by having your own meat & produce on-hand at home!
Stop Using Paper Towels

Amanda Peterson May 20, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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CreditSoup's #FrugalFriday: Using hand towels & dish rags instead of throw-away, single use paper towels is not only good for the bank account, it's also great for the environment! Depending on the brand you prefer, that's an average SAVINGS of $10-$30/mo or up to $300/year!
Walk or Ride A Bike If Possible

Amanda Peterson May 12, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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Today's Thrifty Thursday is more useful than ever, given the state of fuel prices! Weather is warming up, and if you live close enough to work, consider walking or riding bike.
Sell Items You Don't Use or Need

Amanda Peterson April 28, 2022 • 2 Minute Read
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If you have some things you really don't use or need, sell them for instant profit! Use those funds to pay down existing debt and build your credit!
Shop Generic or Clearance

Amanda Peterson April 14, 2022 • 1 Minute Read
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Why waste money on full price, brand name items that maybe get a few uses out of? Buying generic products or finding things on clearance are sometimes just as good as purchasing the same name brand thing at full price.