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Whether you are taking your little ones for their very first school supplies shopping trip or perhaps gathering items you need as you continue your education this fall, there’s no need to empty your wallet. Here are some great ways to save money on school supplies, while still getting everything that’s on the list! 1.
Your wedding day is one of the happiest days of your life. You’re surrounded by family and friends as you embark on your new journey with your spouse. While your wedding is one of the best moments in your life, it is also among the most expensive. According to The Knot, the average cost of
There’s always that house in town that makes you stare a little longer. It’s either landscaped so beautifully that you can’t help but take in their attention to detail or it’s so terribly neglected with tacky lawn ornaments you can’t help but gawk. We hope that you are the former but if you are looking
It was a cold winter and it isn’t quite the scorching days of summer. It’s a beloved time of year for many. But did you realize that you may be spending more than necessary on energy bills this season? Here are eight tried and true ways to save this spring! 1. Say Hello to Your
With winter at full force, heating bills will begin to skyrocket. The typical family spends an average of $2,200 per year on utilities, according to the Energy Department. To cut costs and crush your saving goals, Iowa State Bank of Fairfield offers some simple ways to save on your energy bill. Wash Clothes On Cold
Warm, sunny weather calls for a glass of ice cold lemonade. Now that the kids are out of school and looking for activities to entertain them, now is the perfect chance to teach them a little about finances. Here are a few quick tips to help teach your children how to be fiscally responsible. Have
Home improvement projects can be overwhelming and who wants to spend their free time camped out inside covered in sawdust on a beautiful spring day? Whether you want to put your home on the market now or in the future, here are a few simple tips to get you outdoors while increasing the resale value
Gardening isn’t for everyone, but if you are looking for ways to cut down on one of your greatest expenditures, your own home garden might be a great place to start! You don’t need to be a Master Gardener to see returns on getting your hands dirty. However, it helps to know a thing or
Hosting a garage sale is not for those who are afraid of hard work. Like most things in life, in order for it to be a success, you need to be willing to put in the time and effort to make the experience pleasant for buyers and yourself. You need to be sure that the
Has it just felt too long since your last vacation? Are you peeking around the corner to plan your perfect getaway? If so, then planning far in advance can help get you one step closer to sipping that Mai Tai on the beach for a fraction of the price. However, it can be challenging to
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