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16 Ways to Kick-Start Frugality

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You don't have to change your whole life to start saving more and spending less. Start with one of these doable challenges and goals, and frugal it up from there.

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10 Free Things That Just Aren't Worth It

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7 Bizarre Ways to Stay on Budget (That Actually Work)

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50 Ways to Save Money on Clothing

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The Only 5 Grocery Shopping Techniques You Need

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14 Ways to Retire Early

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This Is How You Stop Online Impulse Spending

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The 10 Kinds of People Who Get Rich (and How They Do It)

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