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Great clothes on a budget

It’s probably no secret that I love to shop for clothes, shoes, bags, etc.  I like to look nice, and I’m often drawn to some of the more expensive brands for good quality and fit.  Luckily, I can still do this on a budget.  You just have to learn how to shop smart.  I love […]

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Building a wardrobe on a budget

I’m currently in law school looking for summer jobs.  I obviously can’t wear jeans to work like I do to school, so I’m having to slowly build a professional wardrobe that will work wherever I end up working this summer and beyond.  This isn’t easy to do on a student’s budget.  One thing I’ve tried […]

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Holiday budgeting

Life can get hard around holiday time when you’re living on a fairly strict budget.  It can also get out of hand if you start your holiday shopping without a plan in place.  You don’t want to start off the new year wondering how to make ends meet just because you went overboard on gifts.  […]

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Bargaining

When I think of bargaining, I think of flea markets and shopping in outdoor markets.  But, you’re doing yourself a disservice if you limit your bargaining prowess to only these circumstances.  One place to bargain is obvious - the car dealership.  Never ever trust the sticker price because they can always go lower.  In retail […]

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Cold Weather gear

As I’ve mentioned before, I just moved to DC from a small town in the south.  I’ve been in snow plenty of times, but I’ve never had to live in it without a car.  I’m quickly learning what I need to stay warm and dry.  Luckily, I have an amazingly warm jacket for the snow.  […]

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Promotion Codes

If you’re like me, you enjoy online shopping almost as much as the real thing.  For most online stores, you can find general coupons by simply doing a google search.  These can range from as little as 5% (not terribly helpful) to 50% (extremely helpful).  But, don’t stop here!  When you get to the checkout […]

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Big families

Big families are definitely a blessing.  There is no substitute for a tight knit group that cares and supports each other.  Unfortunately, this blessing can become a huge expense around holiday time.  I have the perfect fix!  Suggest that your family has a secret drawing - each person will pick one name and will shop […]

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Black Friday

Tomorrow is the biggest shopping day of the year, commonly referred to as Black Friday. Shopping on this day can be an overwhelming experience, so it’s best to go with a plan! First, either call or check the websites of your favorite stores. Some will be opening as early as 4am! […]

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Holiday shopping tips

Holiday shopping can be stressful and expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are a few helpful suggestions. First, always walk to the back of the store - that’s where the clearance items are. It’s best to start there. Also, you may not think you can bargain at a department […]

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Limited

Sorry for the last minute notice, but I just noticed a coupon online for The Limited. It’s $15 off your purchase or $30 off a purchase of $100 or more. If you just google Limited coupon, you will surely find it. Hurry though, it’s only good through tomorrow!
Coupons can be such a […]

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