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Pricey Pets: How To Find Inexpensive Animal Friends

Do you have any pets? If your kids love animals, but you dread all the money you have to spend on vet bills, food even clothing – I’m right there with you! We have a long list of costly creaturesthat have taken up residence at one time or another in our home. Here’s a general price breakdown on all the different pets we’ve welcomed into the family (and the budget).

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Cheap & Inexpensive Home Decorating

You can make your house look like a million dollars without actually spending a million dollars. You don’t need to hire a designer to make your home look like it belongs in a magazine. You may actually be better off not hiring someone, since you’ll save money and have a complete say in all decorating decisions.

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Inexpensive Gifts for Mother’s Day

If you are feeling discouraged because you are shopping for a Mother’s Day gift on a shoestring budget, don’t be. Mother’s Day gifts need not drain your bank account, especially since there are some amazingly affordable gifts that will fit almost any budget. While how people define “inexpensive” may vary, there are several thoughtful gifts that you can purchase under $20 to honor the mother in your life.

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Inexpensive Kids’ Birthday Party Ideas

Moms are natural overachievers. The kids birthday party has to be perfect, memorable and, frankly, better than the last. Hyped up on sugar and the excitement of the day, kids don’t notice those little details that cost a fortune and took hours to finish. Your child will only turn this age once; you should relax and enjoy. There is no reason to pour yourself into unnecessary details. Focus on a traditional birthday party and save yourself money and stress.

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How to Have an Inexpensive Birthday Party for a Girl

If your daughter has been making the birthday party rounds, you know that many parents plan parties outside the home at places, such as museums and amusement centers. Some even go so far as to rent a limo to take the girls out for a spa day. Needless to say, those types of birthday parties can cost hundreds of dollars, depending on the number of guests that you’re hosting. If you want to have an inexpensive birthday party for a girl, plan for an at-home birthday party.