budget
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Is It Possible to Budget for Pesach? These 8 Tips Might Help.
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We nudged the most budget-conscious for tips on how they make Pesach while spending a minimum. Because of rising costs on just about everything – food to gas and everything in between, this year, perhaps more than other years, is tight for a lot of people. When we called up some budget-minded BCP friends for…
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7 Tips for Saving Money on Your Kids Clothes
Yes, you can save money, have a neater closet, and love everything your child wears! Kids grow so fast and seasons change before you know it. We all want to dress our kids well, but it can be a challenge to do this on a budget. Thankfully there are some simple ways to help you…
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Use Leftover Challah for Homemade Croutons
Have lots of extra challah or bread? Turn them into flavorful toppers for your salads! Are you sometimes faced with lots of extra challah after Shabbos? How about half a loaf of rye that’s going stale at the end of the week? Don’t toss it! A couple of simple steps and you’ll have some amazing…
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How to Vacation in Israel for Less
Save money on transportation, accommodations, food, and more and make your Israel trip affordable. Vacationing in Israel is always amazing, inspiring, and…expensive! However, there are ways of vacationing in Israel at a lower price without compromising on quality. Here are a few hacks and tips to help make your vacation in Israel more affordable so…
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5 Ways to Save on Back to School Shopping
Ever feel like you’re spending a small fortune to get your kids ready for school each year? You’re not wrong. With new shoes, backpacks, uniforms, and a long list of supplies (including those binders!), it can be an expensive season. But it doesn’t have to break your bank account. In fact, when it comes to…
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A Personal Story: How I Cut Up My Credit Cards, Got Out of Debt, and Got My Freedom Back
I never thought I’d feel richer without the credit cards. It wasn’t that I ever looked for credit cards. But that whole points system, which my friends played so well to their advantage, it looked for me. It found me when I couldn’t afford travel and other luxuries they offered. I signed up. For a…
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You Don’t Need to Spend Hundreds to Have a Comfy Bed for Your Kids (or Yourself)
Looking to buy a bed and frame but don’t want to spend a lot? Here’s where to get the best deal. UPDATED IN 2023 Here’s two little bed secrets that could save you lots of money. Did you know that memory foam mattresses are really comfortable? And really affordable? A few years back, I was…
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Jewish Life on a Budget
How I stretch our dollars and always have everything I need. My husband is a rebbe and I run a playgroup; but as Jewish life (and kids) entails lots of necessities, I’ve learned how to stretch our dollars and budget. Hashem has been very good to me, and I don’t deprive myself. I do like…
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Tricks for Budget Party Decor
Food costs enough, the party decor doesn’t have to! Create a festive look for your Chanukah party using paper and spray paint. Party Decor Trick 2: Using Paper You can use all these tricks with simply one value pack of scrapbook paper, available in different colors and styles at craft stores such as A.C. Moore…
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A Frugal Guide to Super Fun Chanukah Gifts
Five Chanukah gifts that offer fun for the whole family…without breaking the bank Not all Chanukah gifts need to be expensive. Some of the best ones don’t even have to cost a dime! Give Time The gift of time can sometimes be more valuable than a physical gift. A promise to babysit for a…
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