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This is part of a sponsored collaboration with The College Board and DiMe Media. However, all opinions expressed are my own. When my daughter mentioned she wanted to attend a private college, I knew that the costs would be more than we could afford. We completed the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and waited to …

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A list of free and inexpensive family activities that your family can enjoy during the holiday season. *Originally published December 2015, but updated for the new holiday season!  This year we’ve slowed down to focus more on spending quality time together. In fact, I’ve done the bulk of my Christmas shopping from my phone just …

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of SunTrust. The opinions and text are all mine. The holiday season is a big deal around here. Our main focus is spending time together, giving back to others, and creating new memories. It wasn’t always this way, and it wasn’t uncommon for us to …

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When it comes to furnishing our home, I like to keep it simple and inexpensive. I tend to take a long time to complete rooms because I’m picky with the furniture and decor pieces I choose. I never want to clutter a space with unnecessary things, and I certainly don’t want to go broke in the process. …

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This was originally published last fall, but I wanted to reshare it since it’s best suited for the summer travel season. Our family enjoys traveling and exploring new places. However we’re a family of six, so even a simple vacation can add up quickly. I value our time away and make it a goal to take …

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