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Category: Seasonal
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How to Save Money While Back-to-School Shopping
Posted on September 1, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal
It’s no secret that the money spent on school supplies can pile up fast. Research shows that parents tend to spend anywhere from $600-$1,000 per child on back-to-school supplies, especially when the kids start reaching high school or college. Spending that much money on school supplies seems unnecessary, so we’re here to help you lower that cost. With these simple tips, you can save big bucks on this...
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Spring Cleaning Your Budget 101
Posted on April 6, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
Maybe you’ve started a budget but have found it complicated, time-consuming and not worth it. In the spirit of springtime, consider cleaning up your budget and starting fresh. A new season means a new and improved budget!
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Spring Break Saving Hacks
Posted on March 16, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
Put those dreary winter days out of your mind while you begin planning for a wonderful spring vacation! Vacations don’t have to be for the extremely wealthy. You can have a great getaway this spring by busting out these savings hacks like a travel expert.
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The Simple 7: Energy Savings Tips for Winter’s End
Posted on March 2, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
Don’t let the rest of winter freeze your bank account! Lower temperatures often mean higher bills, but with some simple moves you can keep a cool head about your finances.
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Kick Off The New Year With These Savings Tips
Posted on December 16, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
Wow - we can’t believe it’s already 2020! The new year will bring children, weddings, new business opportunities and more. With that being said, we want to make sure you can continue to prosper financially. Here are our favorite savings tips to help you kick off the new year!
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5 Hacks For Holiday Saving
Posted on November 19, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal
The holidays are upon us and that means more money will be spent! However, be careful not to go too far outside of your budget. Fairfax State Savings Bank has compiled our favorite holiday savings hacks to help you keep more money in your pocket this season.
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How to Eat Healthy on a Budget
Posted on October 17, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, General, Savings, Seasonal
It’s extremely important to take care of yourself, just like taking care of your finances. We’re here to talk about both today! Eating healthy without spending lots of money on fresh fruits and protein can be a challenge, which is why we’ve compiled this list of clever ways you can do so.
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Best Ways to Create a Money Goal for 2020
Posted on October 17, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
With just a little work, you can map out your financial goals for the upcoming year. With money, it can seem overwhelming or tricky to know where to begin. Luckily, Fairfax State Savings Bank is here to help! We’ve come up with some of our favorite ways you can create your money goal for 2020.
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Budget-Friendly Fun For Kids
Posted on October 17, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal
Finding activities for you to do with your kids, or have them do on their own, can be a challenge. It’s great to get them active and not just sitting on the couch, but at this point, you’re out of ideas. We have crafted the perfect list of kid-friendly things to do while also making sure it won’t break the bank!
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Top Tips to Save Money on Back-to-School Supplies
Posted on August 16, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal
Whether you are taking your little ones for their very first school supplies shopping trip or perhaps gathering items you need as you continue your education this fall, there’s no need to empty your wallet. Here are some great ways to save money on school supplies, while still getting everything that’s on the list!