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Have a Fun and Frugal 4th of July

If you haven't noticed yet, we here at Billeater sure love celebrating holidays, and the closest one on the calendar is the fourth of July! The good thing is that during this holiday, its super easy to have a great time and not spend a ton of money. The most important things are fun, friends, family and pride! Browse our list of tips and tricks and have a grand time this year while staying within your tight budget. Read the rest...

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Nine ways to save money on toys

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No doubt about it, kids love toys and everything about them. However, with the growing prices and all the brand new toys that come out seasonally, keeping up can be expensive. You can afford to cut back on toy expenses without losing any of the fun of playing. We put together an extensive list of the top nine ways to save money on toys and games, no matter how many fads there are. Read the rest...

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27 ways to save money on babies

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Ask anybody that has had a baby, it is not cheap. Adding up all the costs is enough to make some people think twice before having a child, or if you already have them...stress out about it further! An uneventful delivery alone, not including prenatal care and follow up, can cost $5,000-$10,000!Read the rest...

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Part time jobs for teenagers and students

In the United States, teenagers are legally allowed to start work at sixteen years of age. And in some cases, like hardship situations, teenagers can begin working at age 15. Working students and teens generally start their shifts after school, and on the weekends. Some students choose to only get "summer jobs", and focus their attention on academics during the school year. Either way, part-time employment for teens can be fulfilling, fun and a great hands-on learning experience.Read the rest...

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Top 11 tips for an inexpensive kid's birthday party

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It's no secret that children and babies, as cute as they are, are not cheap. Birthday parties can have huge price tags, and they do come annually. No, you don't have to order catering, have a limo, or hire a clown to give your child a special and memorable birthday party. Here's our 11 top tips on fun and frugal children's birthday parties. After all, it's not supposed to cost as much as wedding...  Read the rest...

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Teach kids to manage money...with an allowance

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Want your children to learn the true value of a dollar and equip them will life-long skills involving money? Try giving them an allowance. The majority of professional financial advisors agree that giving an allowance is a hands-on way to teach a child financial responsibility. Think that you can't afford it? Think harder.Read the rest...

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Summer entertainment for familes on a budget

As the school year comes to an end, many parents go into panic mode. The realization hits you, junior will not be going to school this morning bright and early. Instead, he will be staying with you. As enjoyable as it is to have more time with the kiddos during the summer, the fact of the matter is they often get bored. Weekly visits to water parks, restaurants, festivals, carnivals, museums, and other fun outings can really start to add up.

We have complied a list of ideas for entertaining the kids during the summer months that won't take money away from their college funds. Oh, and trust us, Junior won't notice the price difference.Read the rest...

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FAFSA Grants and Loans for College

FAFSA Grants and Loans

Yes, its true, school is expensive. With tuition, books, the cost of dorm living, travel, and other necessities, the bill for getting a higher education stacks up. Its unfortunate to see those with lower incomes give up on their dreams because of a financial brick wall. Uncle Sam wants you to go to school, there are so many resources out there for anybody with dreams of a higher education.Read the rest...

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Top tips for cutting child care costs

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Child Care Costs

Working families spend around 7% of their annual income on child care. Of course, child care is one place where you want to be careful about cutting corners.  There are however, some safe and painless ways to reduce the cost of ensuring your little one is cared for when you are away.

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WIC: Receiving food assistance

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In simple terms, the WIC program provides free staple items like milk, bread, baby formula, yogurt, cereal, and cheese, and other food to pregnant women and new mothers.  Want to know how to apply for WIC assistance? Read on...

Officially, The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (commonly known as WIC) is an assistance program regulated by the federal government under Food and Nutrition Services (FNS), a division of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).Their stated mission is "To safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care."

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