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We love to save money. Finding the best value for less is basically our obsession. We’ll show you how to start saving more money on everything so you can achieve financial independence faster. Every financial freedom journey starts with a dollar saved first.

We cover practical frugal finances finance for everyday living. Follow us for saving money tips, living on a budget tricks, frugal living hacks, debt-free motivation, and how to defeat that greed lifestyle inflation that gets so many of us into financial trouble.

Your Resource Guide To Finding Free (Or Cheap) Furniture

September 24, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  11 Comments

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Moving into a new place and want to give it that Scandinavian vibe with some simple but functional furniture pieces? Or thinking of finally getting started on that long-overdue home design update that …

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Category: Home & Utilities, Save Money, Shopping

Why Do Mail-In Rebates Exist?

September 6, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  2 Comments

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In this age where every transaction is almost instant, a lot of marketing efforts also shifted their way into the digital age. But one marketing relic still exists and a lot of companies still leans …

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Category: Everything Else, Frugal Living, Save Money, Shopping

23 Ways Ladies Can Score Free Makeup Cosmetic Samples ?

August 29, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  4 Comments

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Back when MakeupAlley still allowed makeup swapping, I gathered tons of samples from generous women that included freebie makeup with their swap items. As a person who has only 'hit pan' on maybe 3 …

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Category: Frugal Living, Personal Care & Beauty, Save Money, Shopping

The Rent Is Too Damn High! – A Guide To Living In Your Car

August 26, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  4 Comments

How To Live In A Car To Save Money The Ultimate Guide

$1,405. That was the reported national average monthly rent in the US as of June last year. With property prices so high, it’s no wonder that so many people have to resort to living out of their cars …

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Category: Car & Transportation, Home & Utilities, Save Money

7 Reasons You Shouldn’t Feel Embarrassed To Attend Community College

July 3, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  17 Comments

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In the states, community colleges accept every living breathing human body that wants to prolong their education - all for a low and affordable price. But junior colleges don't have the best …

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Category: Children, Education, Frugal Living, Save Money

7 DIYs For Common Insect & Pest Infestation (On The Cheap)

May 23, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  17 Comments

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There is no better way to spend your day off relaxing in your home, sipping a drink and watching TV. It's been a while since you had your personal time and you're enjoying the peace in your own home. …

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Category: Everything Else, Frugal Living, Home & Utilities, Save Money

30 Tried-and-True Hacks To Lower Your Electricity Bill

April 24, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  18 Comments

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Paying more on utility bills is something a lot of people hate doing, especially electricity bills. Utility bills are one of those annoying sneaky bills that are easily forgotten but when it hits your …

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Category: Frugal Living, Home & Utilities, Save Money

11 Companies Offering Free (or Seriously Discounted) Internet At Home

April 15, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  22 Comments

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Heyo! Sorry for the hiatus :D I was building and experimenting with life projects. Also, Hubby and I are trying to get PREGNANT :) come onnn, babies! I haven't been totally absent though, check out …

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Category: Entertainment, Everything Else, Frugal Living, Home & Utilities, Save Money

My Scary ER Trip Was The Best Christmas Gift I’ve Ever Got

January 10, 2019 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  43 Comments

Define wealth before you build it

I debated if "scary" was a necessary descriptor before the words "emergency room trip" because I'm under the assumption that the vast majority of ER trips are scary. Talk about ending the year with …

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Category: Health & Wellness, Save Money, Storytime

ShopAtHome Review – Is It Legit?

December 11, 2018 //  by Lily | The Frugal Gene//  2 Comments

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Online shopping is great for many reasons-- namely that you can shop while never having to put on a bra. And with the rise of online shopping popularity, merchant kickbacks, it only makes sense that …

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Category: Everything Else, Frugal Living, Save Money, Shopping

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