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Tips for Putting Gifts on Layaway this Holiday Season

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Putting your gifts on layaway this season is a great way to do your holiday shopping and a budget-savvy way to keep your spending in check. With all of the holiday parties and gift-giving, it can be hard to have a happy holiday. Before you start crossing things off of your shopping list this year, here is what you need to know about layaway.

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How to Win at Black Friday Shopping

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Black Friday has traditionally been a brick and mortar dominated shopping holiday, but in recent years the most notorious shopping day of the year has gone online. With major e-commerce brands like Amazon on the rise and major retailers putting their greatest Black Friday deals online, shopping malls are no longer newsworthy riot scenes. The days of overcrowded malls and camping out in front of your favorite stores may be over, but Black Friday deals are alive as ever. There’s no doubt about it, no matter what you’re trying to buy this year, days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the time to buy it!

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Have an Affordable Dinner with These Thanksgiving Recipes

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Thanksgiving is the start to the exciting holiday season. Since you already have a lot on your plate (pun intended) with Christmas gifts and holiday parties, making Thanksgiving dinner should be stress-free and affordable. We put together a collection of Thanksgiving recipes for side dishes that won’t break your budget so you can rest easy before the big meal.

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Ways to Save

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The biggest shopping weekend of the year is approaching quicker than you can pull on your sneakers or turn on your computer. Starting the day after Thanksgiving, the Black Friday and Cyber Monday weekend is a great time to find amazing deals on the things you've been meaning to purchase, or to get a head start on holiday shopping for your entire family. There are so many Black Friday deals and Cyber Monday sales to find, and there are some smart tips you can try to maximize this shopping-centered holiday weekend. To prepare yourself, consider these ways to save.

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Cheap Halloween Costumes to Help you Save Money

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  • Holidays

Did you wait until the last minute to decide your Halloween costume? No worries! We have plenty of last-minute ideas that are creative and will also help you save money. One of the best parts about Halloween is dressing up for parties, work, or just taking your kids trick-or-treating! But with all the Halloween festivities, spending can get out of control, fast. Have a cheap Halloween this year with our costume idea that can be used for you or your kids!

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Fall Seasonal Style Updates on a Budget

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To look and feel your best, you'll want to pick up a few key pieces of clothing and accessories at the start of each season. But there aren't too many women who can afford a whole new wardrobe from each designer's runway show. Fortunately, being smart with your finances is a great way to look smart in fashion. Check out some of these hot tips to update your fall outfits and fashion on a budget.

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Single Parent? Save Money with These Budgeting Tips

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As the only person at the head of your household, there is a lot of pressure to create a stable financial future. Being a single parent can make it extremely hard to save money and create a budget, but there are ways to do it. Use our tips below and be on your way to saving money today!

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Save Money with These September Sales

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Though it is only September, it is still a good time to think about saving for the holidays, or even buying some gifts already. Shopping smart and saving money means knowing the best time to buy certain products. With Labor Day sales in September, there are plenty of things you can save on this month without waiting until Black Friday. Read our list below for all of the September sales this year.

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How to Find the Best Travel Deals for Labor Day

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Summer is ending and there's just one holiday weekend left in the season. It's time for a quick getaway, and planning a trip — even just for a few days — doesn't have to break the bank. There are several things you can do to find the best deals for Labor Day weekend. Use these tips to help you plan a Labor Day vacation that works with your budget.

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Back to School Budgets

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Even though parents know it's coming every year, it's still easy to get caught off guard when it's time to shop for back to school gear and pay other expenses associated with their children's education. Start early by creating a budget and setting aside money throughout the year to handle the expected and unexpected expenses. Add these categories to your budget so you can calculate your bottom line.

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