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Budget Travel: Off the Beaten Path Destinations

• Budget
• Vacation

• Travel

Having the travel bug can be tough if you’re trying to maintain a budget or if you’re living paycheck to paycheck. However, if you’re careful with your planning and saving, you can venture out and enjoy the world. One of the best ways to make travel and vacations more affordable is to travel to destinations that are a little off the beaten path. Because demand for airfare and hotel rooms is overall lower, the rates will be better. Plus, you’ll get to enjoy destinations with less crowds and a lower cost of living. We’ve picked four of our favorite off-the-beaten-path destinations for your budget travel plans.

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Sneaky Expenses: Top 6 Budget-Breakers

• Budget
• "Save Money"

• Finance

Do you feel like you are living paycheck to paycheck? Do you create a budget only for it to be busted by the end of the month? It could be you are spending money on things you aren’t even aware of. See below for CreditBox’s list of sneaky expenses that could be being taken out of your bank account right under your nose! Once you are aware, you can start to save money.  

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Grocery Shopping on a Budget: Farmer’s Market vs. Grocery Store

• Budget
• "Giving Back to the Community"
• Shopping

• Community

Most people go to their local grocery store to do their grocery shopping, often not thinking of their other options. Farmer’s Markets can be found in almost any town and are often overlooked as the more expensive choice. Which establishment is the better alternative for your grocery budget and lifestyle? We did the research so you don’t have to!

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Smart Shopping: How to Bargain-Shop for Clothes

• Budget
• Shopping

• Community

Clothing is more than just a thing that we wear daily. Clothing is the way we express ourselves and tell the world a little bit about us. For those who love shopping, being on a budget doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your style. Getting creative and bargain-hunting while you shop on a budget means you can have the closet you want without overspending.

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12 Budget-Friendly Ways to Save on Spring Break

• Budget
• Vacation

• Travel

If you’re on a tight budget, planning a Spring Break vacation may seem impossible. However, using the 12 easy tips in this article, you can plan a budget Spring Break trip without worrying about overspending or breaking your financial plan for the rest of the year. Traveling doesn’t have to be expensive if you get creative, make a plan, and stick to your budget.

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4 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on a Budget

• Budget
• Illinois
• "Tips and Tricks"

• Holidays

Break out your green and gold – St. Patrick’s Day is almost here. On March 17th, you can celebrate in style even if you’re living on a budget. Check out these 4 ways to enjoy this month’s biggest Irish celebration for free or next to free.

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Valentine’s Day: Romantic Recipes to Make at Home

• Budget
• "Save Money"

• Holidays

Going out to eat is always more expensive than eating at home, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that we feel obligated to make a reservation at the fanciest restaurant in town, just to let that special someone know how much we care. Here at CreditBox, we think it means more to make a homemade Valentine’s Day meal, and it saves quite a bit of money, so it’s a win-win. 

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Budget Winter Outdoor Activities

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• Budget

• Community

During wintertime, we traditionally head inside to stay warm, drink cider, and sit by the fire. Yet, by the time January rolls around, you might be feeling some pretty serious cabin fever. Don’t let the cold keep you inside. Check out these four free (or next to free) winter activities and you and your friends will be having fun in the snow in no time.

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So You Overspent This Holiday Season

• Bills
• Budget

• Finance

We’ve all done it; We’ve all gotten caught up in the excitement and magic of the holiday season and gone way over budget purchasing holiday gifts, attending holiday parties, or traveling to visit family and friends during October, November, and December. Even if you tried to be careful about spending, you may have found yourself with a mountain of holiday debt that completely broke your budget for the year. This January, you can start new and recover from your holiday overspending using the simple tips in this article.

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Plan Your Winter Getaway on a Budget!

• Budget
• Vacation

• Travel

With the holidays approaching, you may be thinking about planning a winter get away!  Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a luxurious vacation you always want to make sure you are getting the best deal possible. CreditBox has a few tips to help you save big while enjoying some much-needed time off.

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