Reader Stephanie makes her own fruit leather, beef jerky, and more using a fruit dehydrator. She shared two recipes that sound amazing! http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Archives for 2011
Four Mistakes You Might Be Making with a 529 Plan
Four common mistakes people make when choosing a 529 plan to save for their kids college education. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Lemony pasta recipe
This lemon, asparagus, and goat cheese pasta is delicious, inexpensive and fast to make for a week night. https://bargainbabe.com/
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13 things you didn’t know about composting
What excites me – other than rotting food waste in my kitchen – is the tip booklet that came with our new composter. A complete guide to composting! http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Four Financial Gifts for New Graduates
Graduation season is in the air. If you’ve already received graduation announcements, it’s time to start thinking of the perfect gift. Here are four helpful gift ideas to set grads on the right financial track. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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100 Fun and Frugal Activities to Do with Your Family
It’s hard to believe but the end of the school year is not far away. Parents are starting to make plans about what to do with their kids during summer break. For many, taking a vacation with their kids is financially out of the question. Summer camp might be possible for a week or two. If you don’t want your kids vegging in front of
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Easter dinner on a budget: Split pea soup recipe
Don’t let your Easter leftovers go to waste. Use the leftover ham bone to make this delicious split pea soup recipe. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Six ways to spring clean your finances
This spring don’t just focus on having a squeaky clean home. Like your closets, your finances also need an overhaul and these six steps will help you keep your financial life in order. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Four ways medical costs can lower your taxes
Four health care and medical expense deductions that will lower your tax bill. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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31 secret uses for vinegar
Here are 31 secret uses for vinegar you can use at home. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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A budget for a new college grad
My little brother just graduated college in December and landed his first “real” job two weeks ago. When I asked him if he had a budget, he said “Don’t worry, Uncle Peter and [cousin] Sean already called me and told me to save money every month.” Living frugally really IS in my blood! Hehehe. To help my brother follow through, I created a sample budget
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Welcome to Bargain Babe! I’m Mara, and I’m so glad you’re here. I am an obsessive bargain hunter and penny pincher, and I am determined to live a full life without EVER paying full price.