Money Under Thirty is the host with the most for this weeks Carnival of Personal Finance.  There were a number of terrific blog posts, as usual, even including a few that were themed for Mother’s Day.

Destroy Debt offers some pointers for spending less to free up available income.
Discover Debt Freedom offers Record Breaking Debt: How did We Get […]

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No matter what you’re shopping for, you’re likely to find substantial discounts with a little “surfing” time online.  Here are six different expenses that can be reduced with online shopping:
Need a good lawyer?
Legal fees can be incredibly expensive, and finding a good lawyer amid all the choices could be a daunting task. Now, consumers are  able […]

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In this age of technology and increased concerns of security, it is more important than ever that you protect your personal information, especially your social security number, from falling into the hands of someone else. It’s important to note that online security concerns are not the only thing you need to be worried about when […]

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“I hate paying bills.” Have you ever said that? I have. But it was more than just hate. I loathed the whole idea. Probably the most disgusting thing I had to do was pay bills. It wasn‘t because I disliked writing checks or licking stamps or even going in person to hand somebody I didn’t […]

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Is it costing you a fortune to maintain the best lawn on the block? Believe it or not, it is possible to sustain a beautiful yard and flourishing garden without spending too much money. From new mowing techniques to making your own fertilizer, there are many approaches to becoming a frugal green thumb. Below are […]

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It used to be that consumers had a little more breathing room when it came time to pay the bills. Knowing your paycheck would be deposited on a Friday, many people felt comfortable writing checks early to cover the bills and were confident there would be at least a week’s worth of waiting time before […]

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Kimberly Palmer of Alpha Consumer has posted the latest carnival, and there are a number of terrific articles this week.  Here are my top picks (other than the article posted from here, of course!)

Our Fourpence Worth has some ideas for Mother’s Day which are just in time
Smart Easy Money says gas isn’t that expensive, but I […]

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Eating healthy can seem more expensive than the dollar menu at the local fast food drive thru, but there are a number of tips you can use to help make your healthy eating a cheap habit!

1. For meat eating families, couples or even single people - buy your meat in the family pack size.  It […]

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As spring weather gets more noticeable around the country, it is time to keep your eyes on the sales fliers before making big seasonal purchases. Each month, specific items go on sale as retailers try to be the first to display this season’s finds. While the sales patterns may not always follow these rules for […]

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How many times have you heard parents complaining that they don’t have enough time with their children, or that they repeatedly have to miss school events because they have to work?  There are a number of families who would prefer to have one parent stay home with the kids while the other parent works, but […]

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