My roommates and I share groceries. We save about $300 a month by bulk-shopping.

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René Morrell (not pictured) and her roommates share groceries and have figured out a system that works for them.

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I took a 50% pay cut to avoid paying for childcare. It was the right decision, but it's still difficult.

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Jen Glantz (not pictured) took a 50% pay cut to avoid paying for childcare for her daughter.

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Nordstrom results show Americans are hunting for discounts

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Nordstrom Rack, Nordstrom's off-price retailer, reported an 8.8% rise in sales in the most recent quarter.

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I spent $50 at Aldi to host a barbecue for 4 people. My budget got us plenty of meat and sides, plus a case of beer.

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I got a pretty great haul of barbecue supplies at Aldi for $50.

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10 things airport passengers should stop wasting money on, according to a former flight attendant

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Airports can be pricey places to waste time in.

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We bring our dog along on our work trips. We've had to nearly double our travel budget to do it.

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A couple poses with their golden retriever at Grand Tetons National Park, Wyoming.
Paul Salley and Brianna Feehan found Wyoming to be one of the most pet-friendly destinations.

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I spent 2 months renovating my van for $12,500. Here are 10 of my biggest regrets.

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There are plenty of things I know I'll do differently next time.

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I've been a professional hair and makeup artist for years. I swear by these 10 Dollar Tree products.

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I'm always surprised to see some great name-brand products at Dollar Tree.

Meredith Schneider

Why so many Gen Zers and millennials have 'money dysmorphia' — even if they are financially better off than they realize

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I'm remarried but still have the instincts of a single mom. I always ensure I make enough money to support my son on my own.

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Ashley Archambault and her son smiling and sitting in a booth at a restaurant.
Ashley Archambault was a single mom for seven years before getting remarried.

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