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8 Simple, Smarter Ways to Save
Posted on December 16, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
Do you feel like you’re always trying to save but never reach your savings goals? Sometimes, we can make it too complicated or have too rigid a plan that causes us to give up on it altogether. You can make 2020 the year of savings by following these bare-bones tips.
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How to Save for Your Baby's Future
Posted on August 16, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings
Blankets, gliders and toys galore - the list of items you need for your baby’s arrival seem like a mile long. The good news is that while some items like diapers and wipes are essential, baby can get along just fine without the matching crib and dresser set. What’s more important is planning for the days ahead. From braces to college, you can give your child a head start in life by saving for their future now. Here are some ways to start bulking up the savings!
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4 Frugal Ways To Save On School Supplies
Posted on July 17, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal
School is back! While you’re working on gathering those school supplies, be sure you aren’t overspending on some of the essentials. We’re here to give a little advice on ways you can save on supplies, while making sure you still get everything on the list.
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How Much Do We Need to Save For a Baby?
Posted on June 18, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings
You won’t be surprised to hear that the baby industry is thriving and has been for some time. The more knowledge that is gained about baby safety, development and the overall rising costs of education has left some hesitant to start a family. However, with a little planning, you can determine the most important things you want to provide for your child and go from there! We’ve compiled a list of main essentials for you to consider but realize this can be different for every...
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4 Ways to Save On Big Purchases
Posted on May 22, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings
Are you known to be “tight” with your money? Do your friends and family ever make jokes about your thrifty ways? Consider this a compliment! But what do you do when it comes time to replace a big ticket item or something beyond your spending limit catches your eye? You save! Here are some great ways to save on big purchases!
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6 Simple Ways To Save
Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, General, Personal Finances, Savings
Finding new and exciting ways to save can prove tricky. We’ve all heard of making a list before grocery shopping and sticking to it, as well as cutting cable and dropping unused gym memberships. Fairfax State Savings Bank has put together some tried, trusted and simple ways to save to get your financial game back on track!
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Money Savings Tips to Keep Your Finances On Track
Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
Does it seem like your savings plan always becomes derailed? Starting too big or having unrealistic goals can prove faulty. Once you do have some money saved, it may be difficult to know what to do with all of it - leaving you wondering where to go from there. Luckily, we have compiled a list of simple saving guidelines to keep your finances on track.
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Saving for Retirement: How Much Is Enough?
Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Retirement, Savings
Over the years, we put away money for important events such as a baby, college tuition, a new car or house. Those tangible items make it worth the amount we set aside. However, retirement is a harder concept to grasp, as it is far off into the future. For this reason, we wanted to help shed some light on how much is actually enough when saving for retirement.
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5 Creative Ways to Save for Your New Home
Posted on January 7, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, General, Mortgages, Personal Loans, Savings
You’ve made the decision that you are tired of renting and ready to step into the world of home ownership. Good for you! You may be wondering what your next steps should be in order to be financially prepared for this major investment. Here are some creative ways to ramp up your savings for this exciting adventure!
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Be a Super Saver: Out of the Box Frugality Tips
Posted on January 7, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings
What’s the secret to having a large savings account? Spending less money is, of course, a simplified answer. But what does that look like in your daily life? We have gathered some out of the box tips that you may have not considered before. Get ready for ideas that will challenge your spending in a new way!