"How to retire in your 20s and 30s (without winning the lottery). This book provides a robust strategy that makes it possible to stop working for money in less than a decade."--Page 4 of cover.

The immensely popular blogger behind Little House Living provides a timeless and “heartwarming guide to modern homesteading” (BookPage) that will inspire you to live your life simply and frugally—perfect for fans of The Pioneer Woman and The Hands-On Home. Shortly after getting married, Merissa Alink and her husband found themselves with nothing in their pantry but a package of spaghetti and some breadcrumbs. Their life had seemingly hit rock bottom, and it was only after a touching act of charity that they were able to get back on their feet again. Inspired by this gesture of kindness as well as the beloved Little House on the Prairie books, Merissa was determined to live an entirely made-from-scratch life, and as a result, she rescued her household budget—saving thousands of dollars a year. Now, she reveals the powerful and moving lessons she’s learned after years of homesteading, homemaking, and cooking from scratch. Filled with charm, practical advice, and gorgeous full-color photographs, Merissa shares everything from tips on budgeting to natural, easy-to-make recipes for taco seasoning mix, sunscreen, lemon poppy hand scrub, furniture polish, and much more. Inviting and charming, Little House Living is the epitome of heartland warmth and prairie inspiration.

An online expert and home economist gathers hundreds of practical and surprising tips Everyone is being squeezed these days by the faltering economy, but nobody wants to give up the things that add to quality of life. Much more than just common sense warmed over, this handy guide will take them through the doldrums of the current economy, helping them budget and set priorities, while still enjoying their lives. • Hundreds of tips on stretching the dollar—without the no–brainers like "clip coupons" • The few businesses thriving during the downturn are bargain and budget oriented • Does not require a lifestyle makeover

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This guide will give those looking for financial security the knowledge they need to manage their money effectively. Whether the goal is to own a home, create a retirement plan, or just get out of debt, financial freedom is within reach with this economic guide. Written in easy-to-understand language, this resource includes valuable tips and inventive tricks to save money and develop better spending habits. Seven building-block strategies pave the way to a secure future for you and your family. Minor lifestyle adjustments can generate unexpected amounts of savings. Jerry LePre introduces seven simple strategies that will lead you to maximum financial protection with a minimum of difficulty or unease. He shows how to save on insurance premiums, utility bills, gasoline costs, and grocery expenses. By taking the money saved from these modifications and investing it, the return can be used for the next big expense. Not only does LePre provide excellent information on how to save money, he also gives numerous examples of what to do with the savings. Selecting the right plan of action includes choosing financial institutions that provide the most opportunities for you. With a simple and effective outline, the author explains the ins and outs of credit unions and banks, gives suggestions for how to invest for the greatest return, and get the best tax breaks. Timeless advice shows that there is never a bad time to be money-conscious, because the more you plan, the brighter your future.