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Emergencies happen. No matter how safe we think we are, and no matter how confident we are in our communities, sometimes things happen that are out of our control. Single moms can be even more affected by emergencies in their community, because they don’t usually have anyone to rely on in the midst of a [...]
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When money is very tight, sometimes even the simplest things are hard to come by — and then what do you do? Creative repurposing of household items is a great way to extend the life of the things you own, keep the materials from filling up your landfills, and best of all, you save money [...]
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Sometimes the cost of heating and cooling your home can be what breaks your monthly budget. For a single mom, even the slightest “surprise” in the utility bill can mean the difference between paying it on time or having to juggle. Don’t let utility costs compromise your chances of saving money or having plenty of [...]
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Let’s face it: Holiday gift-giving can be tough on single moms. When you’re struggling to make ends meet, giving gifts to familiy and friends might seem like an impossible proposition. But remember the saying that the best gifts are those that come from the heart? That’s absolutely true — and here are some frugal gift [...]
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The mere thought of buying a first home can be just as daunting as it is exciting. As a single mother, the thought of buying a first home can be fraught with even more concern, because the buck literally stops with you. Can you afford the mortgage? Can you get a mortgage at all? What [...]
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When money is tight, home improvement is probably the last thing on the agenda. But making improvements to your home can work wonders on your attitude, and that confidence can spill over to other areas of your life. Your home is not just a roof over your head – it’s the place where you and [...]
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