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Memorable Mother's Day Plans

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When you're looking for things to do on Mother's Day, you don't have to break your budget or leave the house to honor your mom. There's a number of ideas for affordable activities to consider for mothers who enjoy being pampered, outdoorsy moms, and moms who love creative activities. Think about the things your mom prefers when choosing things to do on Mother's Day, and keep in mind that CreditBox is here if you need some extra cash to celebrate the holiday.
 

Affordable Valentine's Day Date Night Ideas

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On Valentine's Day you want to do something special, but that isn't always easy if you're on a tight budget. Fortunately, giving someone your heart doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Thanks to food ordering apps, cost-effective dinner specials, and the wonders of Mother Nature, it's easy to make your money go a little further when purchasing food and entertainment. Here are some affordable date night ideas to consider this Valentine’s Day.
 

Things You Never Knew About Groundhog Day

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You may not trust your local weatherperson, but you probably believe everything that famous rodents, like Punxsutawney Phil, have to say about the weather. That's because every year on February 2, or Groundhog Day, people around the country look to the most famous of these fuzzy creatures to see if he has any new winter predictions. But how much do you really know about this fun holiday?  

Throw the Best New Year’s Eve Bash

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It's time to ring in the new year, but you don't have to go out to have a good time. You can stay home and throw a New Year's Eve party that will have your friends talking about it until next December, when it's time to do it all over again. Not sure where to start? We can help. Use these tips to throw the best New Year's Eve bash ever.

Places to Find Unique Gifts for Everyone on Your List

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Add some excitement to your holiday gift-giving this year with these special and unique gifts. Nobody wants to give a bad gift, and you won't with these uncommon goods. You're sure to delight others with these keepsake pieces and spark some interesting conversations. If you're wondering, "What should I buy?" when gift shopping, "something unusual and cool" might be the best answer.

How to Save Time This Holiday Season

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The holiday season can feel like one of the most stressful times of year, but it doesn't have to be that way. By planning ahead and using free gift wrapping services at retailers, as well as cooking in advance, there are dozens of ways to save time by planning so that you can spend those most precious moments with your friends and family instead of doing prep work. Here are some great tips to get you started.

How to DIY Holiday Hostess Gifts

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The holiday season can be a busy and expensive time of year, especially if you have a lot of gifts to give and holiday parties to attend. Many people say you should never go to a party empty-handed. After all, hostess gifts show your appreciation for being invited to a gathering and acknowledges the hard work your hostess put into planning the event. Making DIY gifts is a budget-friendly way to answer the question of what to bring to a party.

Throw the Best Friendsgiving this Year

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Thanksgiving dinner is often one of the biggest, most stressful meals of the year. And it's a feast you usually enjoy with your family. Friendsgiving, however, is the more casual version of Thanksgiving, which you get to spend with the people you can really have fun and let loose with: your closest friends. This relaxed holiday is all about staying low key, removing stress from your life, and simply hanging out with your favorite people. If you want to host one of these get-togethers and you're not sure where to start, these tips will help.
 

Why You Should Thrift Shop for Your DIY Halloween Costume

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Halloween is right around the corner, and with this spooky time of year come cobwebs, creepy crawlers, classic horror tales and all of the magic of the holiday. Some of us live for the fear factor this season brings. Others are all about having the most inventive costume. If you fall into the latter camp, there's still time for you to put together a fun and creative DIY Halloween costume that won’t break the bank. In fact, your local thrift store is a convenient and cost-effective resource for gathering what you need for that quick and easy Frankenstein or Dracula getup.

New Year’s Resolution: Save Money

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The New Year is just around the corner and so is the dread of sticking to your New Year’s resolutions. Everyone is excited for the New Year but is afraid of the pressure of actually completing a New Year’s resolution. If you’re going to pick one resolution to stick to, make it about saving your money and organizing your expenses.