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IDEAS & INSPIRATIONS

SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS AROUND YOUR HOUSE

  1. Compostable Kitchen Trash Bags

  2. Grow Your Own Loofah- see Sponge Gourd

  3. Reusable Food Wraps

  4. Biodegradable Toothbrushes

  5. Reusable Grocery Bags

  6. Tushy Bidet Toilet Attachment

  7. Wool Dryer Balls

  8. Recycled Paper Towels

  9. Compostable Paper plates and Utensils

  10. Biodegradable Bandages

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HOW TO SUPPLEMENT A FIXED OR SINGLE INCOME STREAM

  1. Tutor over zoom

  2. Sell your old things on Craigslist or Ebay 

  3. Babysit

  4. Pet-sit

  5. Creative? Sell something on Esty

  6. Instacart Shopper

  7. Rent out your extra space

  8. Bilingual? Offer translation services or teach

  9. Write Resumes

  10. Reduce your expenses

APRIL- FINANCIAL LITERACY MONTH

Try these 10 money mindset ideas to enhance your spending power

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  1. Avoid automating the reload on that Starbucks card​

  2. Make your own lunch

  3. Max out that 401k contribution

  4. Avoid spending to impress others

  5. Understand what it means to live within your means

  6. Have financial goals and work them into your budget

  7. Get rid of those high interest credit cards

  8. Visit a financial planner for a comprehensive financial picture

  9. Avoid running certain appliances during peak usage hours

  10. Invest in something - allow your money to work for you


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WEIGHT LOSS MINDSET CHECKLIST

  1. Eat more vegetables

  2. Take two 30 minute walks a day

  3. Don't skip breakfast

  4. Plan meals ahead of time

  5. Skip the sugary drinks and have water instead

  6. Snack on fruits and vegetables

  7. Keep moving 

  8. Be mindful of your eating habits 

  9. Strive for balanced meals

  10. Exercise portion control

DESIGNING YOUR HOME ON A BUDGET

Here are 3 sites we love to help you get started with your home projects. Spruce for all the DIY guidance and the Home Edit to keep it all together.

  1. The Spruce

  2. The Home Edit

  3. Decorilla.com

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OUTDOOR KID ACTIVITIES

Social distancing has definitely put a damper on so many of the outdoor activities we were used to. Here are 5 awesome, safe and inexpensive outdoor activities we love.

1. Sidewalk chalk for art and hopscotch

2. Start a little herb or fruit garden

3. Skip rope is also a great way to get some exercise

4. Grab your mask and go for a walk

5. Bubbles - Make your own instead

6. Have a family backyard picnic party

5 THINGS TO PASS THE TIME IF IT'S TOO COLD OUTSIDE

Stuck inside because it's too cold to go outside? Here are 5 things you can do to pass the time:
1. Learn a new language on Duolingo
2. Play board games with the family. 
3. Rearrange a room you've been thinking about working on
4. Reorganize your closet
5. Take Inventory and prepare donation list
6. Get cozy and binge your favorite show

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TRADING APPS

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  1. TD Ameritrade - Best Overall

  2. Fidelity - Best For Beginners

  3. Webull - Best Free APP

  4. SoFi - Best For Learning About Trading

  5. TastyWorks - Best for Options Trading

  6. Ally - Best Combo Platform for Banking and Investment

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BEFORE BABY ARRIVES

  1. Go Bag Item- Convenience Kit

  2. Nursing Bra & Gown

  3. Prenatal Vitamins

  4. Nipple cream and shields

  5. Nursing Pillow

  6. Car seat (Call a firestation to request a safety check)

  7. Receiving outfit for baby

  8. Consider a photographer or just use your iphone.

  9. Snacks for both Mama and Papa

  10. Butt Paste

  11. Heating/Cooling pads

  12. Breast Pump: you might be eligible to get one for free

  13. Interview some pediatricians - most offer a free initial consultation

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INSURANCE CHECKLIST

  1. Home/Renter's Insurance

  2. Auto Insurance

  3. Health Insurance

  4. Disability Insurance

  5. Unemployment Insurance

  6. Life Insurance

  7. Pet Insurance

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