Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Last weekend my grown son was home for our autumn family picnic. I pulled out our Coleman water jug and his chin fell on the floor. “That thing predates me!” he exclaimed (he was born in 1978). We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years w

Re-use 235

Re-use Used Reuse Amusement Park 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

The holidays are quickly approaching, and for the first time in six years, I can actually enjoy them. Before this August, every long weekend, holiday and minute of spare time, I spent bent over homework, in group meetings, and writing exams, midterms, and term papers. Such is the life of a student. It took me six years to finish my degree, because I worked full-time throughout the whole thing.

Holiday 202

Holiday Kids and Family Christmas Saving Money 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2012

In today’s tight economic climate, many people wonder what is the best method of improving their financial position. We read that we should make our money work for us but worry about making a wrong decision that could actually cost money rather than make us money. In this article we will look at the pros and cons of saving and investing, as well as reducing debt, as a means of gaining financial security.

Money 189

Money Debt Refinancing Credit Cards 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

If you are a parent with adult children living at home with you, you aren’t alone. More and more “boomerang kids” – those that left to go to school or move out on their own at one point – are finding themselves living back home with their parents. A recent study by the Pew Research Center found that 25% of parents have one or more of their adult children living back at home with them, while a 2007 Canadian census showed that 44% of adult children between 20 and 29 have moved back in.

At Home 214

At Home Home Parenting Rent 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

One of the most important things in life is to find ways to achieve your financial goals. Whether you are aiming to protect your loved ones, to save for your child’s education, or to plan for your own retirement, you should have a road map that will guide you as you save and invest. However, planning for your financial future can be tricky and complicated because there are many things to prepare for and arrange.

Life Insurance 203

Life Insurance Financial Goals Insurance Taxes 203