Nonetheless, Potovsky says California schools are scrambling to get the rebate, use the stimulus funds, and probably most importantly, to start saving money.

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After three years families are expected not only to pay their own living expenses but also to start saving money for their old age.

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Instead of paying high interest rates, people are now able to start saving some money for a rainy day.

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Start saving your money.

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And if people get money back into their pockets, do you not want them saving it or paying down debt first before they start spending money into the economy?

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Saving money and stretching dollars is important, and these tips are a great place to start.

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