Kids & Money: Myself, Lauren

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How Much Do You Spend on Clothing for Your Kids Each Year?

I'm just wondering what you spend on clothing for your kids each year? I have a 4 year old boy and 7 year old girl who seem to outgrow most of their clothing every year. To date, I have been buying most of their clothes at second hand stores or on the clearance racks at places like Target or Walmart. However, as they get older, I am finding the quality of clothing at the second hand stores isn't as good (i.e., more worn, less selection, etc.) and that my daughter is already asking for some name brand clothing. I am thinking I'm going to...

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Kids and Chores?

I have a 11 year old step daughter who refuses to help around the house.I...

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Need Advice on Finding a Job to Do from Home

I'm currently pregnant with a third child and my husband and I agreed that after the baby was born in July that I would become a SAHM. My mother is moving in with us and splitting the rent so that money won't be too much of a factor. I currently work at a baby/toy store but everyone's hours are getting cut drastically since our sales are so low coming out of season. I'm lucky to get 16hrs a week. Needless to say that the job isn't even worth it but for extra things when we need it, such as birthday presents. I'm trying to get a jump on...