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Why Self-Care Doesn’t (Always) Mean Spending More Money

January 16, 2018 By Zina Kumok

Lately, I've been seeing the word "self-care" thrown about often. I feel like I see it on every social media platform and in magazine ads and I hear it when I'm talking to my friends. I am a BIG fan of self-care. My favorite ways to self-care are going to my therapist, doing a facial mask a few times a week and eating more veggies than I used to. But lately, I've seen self-care bastardized and co-opted for marketing campaigns and by ... Read more...

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Filed Under: Saving Money Tagged With: fun, hobbies, self care

How to Save on Medical Bills Every Time

September 14, 2017 By Zina Kumok

Graduating from college and getting my first "real" job was a huge adjustment. I was living on my own, in a town of 30,000 people and far away from my family and closest friends. That wasn't all. I was suddenly responsible for paying off my student loans (on a $28,000 salary). And I had to pay for my own healthcare. I wasn't totally screwed. I was still under my parent's insurance (thanks Obama!), but I did want to be responsible for my ... Read more...

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How to Save Money on Bills

September 30, 2015 By Zina Kumok

My least favorite thing is spending money on stuff I have to buy - like utilities, car insurance and internet. I mean, I love having running water, electricity and mildly fast internet, but I hate paying for it. I'd rather use the money for a vacation or trip to Sephora. Because I hate paying for the essentials, I do everything I can to save money on them. Sometimes that means dropping unessential coverage or finding a better company, but ... Read more...

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Filed Under: Saving Money Tagged With: bills, car insurance, utilities

5 Ways to Throw an Affordable Bachelorette Party

February 18, 2015 By Zina Kumok

Throwing a bachelorette party? Here's how to do it on a budget!

If you've spent any time watching reality TV or browsing social media, you've probably seen photos of perfect bachelorette parties. Beautiful girls with matching outfits in Vegas clubs. When I got engaged, I made it clear to my bridesmaids I didn't want a pricey bachelorette party. I've read too many horror stories about girls who had to decline a bachelorette party because of costs. Bachelorette parties are about celebrating with your closest ... Read more...

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Filed Under: Life, Saving Money Tagged With: bachelorette, bride, featured, wedding, weddings

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