Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2013

Hmmmm, in 2008 one of the biggest fears was that credit markets would dry up causing massive restrictions in banks lending to one another and therefore massive refusals to lend money to us. If this particular part of the crisis had not been averted, bank and business failures would have been even more prolific.

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 29, 2011

These are eCoupons that can be used at a variety of stores, including CVS. You just load them to your store card and when you check out, instead of the coupons coming off your bill, they are added to your SavingStar account (within 7-30 days). Once you have $5, you can select a payout option: Bank Deposit, Paypal, or Amazon gift cards.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 3, 2011

Bank of America – FREE Museums for Bank of America Cardholders! Disney Store – Celebrating the release of Cars 2. Saturday June 3rd, join Disney store for Rev Up For Fun Martial Art Action race at 10:30, noon and 1:30. ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC. There are several events to choose from: 1.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 27, 2012

Earn 25 more points on RecycleBank with the new Hellmann’s Learn & Earn by learning more about what some of the latest labels at your grocery store mean. What is Recycle Bank ? If you haven’t signed up for Recycle Bank yet, I definitely recommend it. ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 4, 2012

Another fun FREE event this Saturday, April 7, is at Lakeshore Learning Store , where kids can make a “Fun Bunny Basket” to carry all their eggs. Don’t forget you can also take advantage of these FREE events this weekend: FREE Museum Admission for Bank of America Card Holders. New FREE events are offered each Saturday at Lakeshore.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 21, 2012

You just load them to your store card and when you check out, instead of the coupons coming off your bill, they are added to your SavingStar account (within 7-30 days). Once you have $5, you can select a payout option: Bank Deposit, Paypal, or Amazon gift cards. And you can use multiple trips to get to the $35 mark.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2016

But you don’t have to break the bank to find some pieces that make you look your best. With your wardrobe in mind, start with thrift stores. Thrift stores are not the dusty, smelly places of the past. Shopping at an online stores like Overstock means you’ll be able to get name brand clothing at a discount.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

Keep your bank account from reaching zero with these money-saving tips: On Foot. Thrift Store Style. Thrift stores, on the other hand, offer affordable, stylish clothing. Many shoppers are now turning to thrift stores to find fashionable items. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 5, 2011

Manage all your online banking accounts all from your phone. Saving Cents with Sense ( iPhone App or Android App ) – Find hot deals on everything from the grocery store to online deals, to ways to save around town. ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. Great to use for holiday gift shopping.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

I’m going to show you how to pack your shoe boxes to the brim with goodies, without breaking the bank! School Supplies - If you were couponing this summer, then you remember the tons of school supplies we were able to get free or cheap at office supply stores. This post was adapted from an article I originally posted in 2009.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 3, 2016

Keep scrolling down and you’ll find a list of items for upcoming weekends, too. :: FREE Museum Weekend for Bank of America Customers. Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide. Contact your local Barnes & Noble store to verify participation. Barnes & Noble.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 22, 2013

The basics can be picked up almost anywhere, and you can find the same name brands for less at a discount store. Heading back to school doesn’t have to break the bank. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. All rights reserved.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 12, 2011

Prices tend to vary at Walmart, so please check your local store for regional differences. 1/1 Recycle bank coupon. = $1.48 ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC. Thanks to Charlene from My Frugal Adventures for this round up of organic deals found at Walmart. Cascadian Farms Granola Bars or Cereal $2.68. -$1/1 after coupon.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2014

These DIY projects will help keep your home cooler in the summer, and more money in the bank. Your local home improvement store will have a selection of awnings. Home improvement stores have a selection of fan styles with features including built in lighting kits and remote control operation. Add Some Green Around the House.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

For instance, if you’re debating whether to treat yourself to a new lipstick, you can pull up your bank and credit balances or check whether you have money left over in your "Me" category right there in the store. With this app, you can search for your favorite stores or browse by store category.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 7, 2012

You just load them to your store card and when you check out, instead of the coupons coming off your bill, they are added to your SavingStar account (within 7-30 days). Once you have $5, you can select a payout option: Bank Deposit, Paypal, or Amazon gift cards. ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 19, 2012

Search In-stores. There are many different places to look for coupons in a store: Blinkie machines. e-Coupons (digital) – Digital coupons are coupons that you load on your store card. eCoupon sites that I recommend: Safeway Just for U program – coupons and personalized deals at Safeway stores. Sign up for Store Coupons.

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Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions Magazines Safeway Bills 87

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 2, 2011

These are eCoupons that can be used at a variety of stores, including CVS. You just load them to your store card and when you check out, instead of the coupons coming off your bill, they are added to your SavingStar account (within 7-30 days). Once you have $5, you can select a payout option: Bank Deposit, Paypal, or Amazon gift cards.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 3, 2015

. :: Free Museum Entrance for Bank of America customers. Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide for Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card holders along with a photo ID. Get the details here and find participating stores. July 1st – July 31st.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 31, 2015

Keep scrolling down and you’ll find a list of items for upcoming weekends, too. :: FREE Museum Weekend for Bank of America Customers. Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide. Get the details here and find participating stores. Special events differ by location.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 26, 2011

There’s nothing more frustrating to customers than to bring home a product with a short shelf life,” says Ann Reed, Vice President of Merchandising at Fry’s Food Stores. “We Items We Can Expect With the New Campaign: • Making sure stores have the freshest inventory at all times. ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC. Why the need?

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 13, 2013

While there are still plenty of people clipping coupons the old fashioned way, people are taking much bigger steps to build their bank accounts back up. Even at discount stores, new furniture can easily set you back thousands of dollars. Check out some thrift stores, vintage stores, flea markets, and garage sales.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 3, 2012

You just load them to your store card and when you check out, instead of the coupons coming off your bill, they are added to your SavingStar account (within 7-30 days). Once you have $5, you can select a payout option: Bank Deposit, Paypal, or Amazon gift cards. ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 20, 2013

If anyone asks you want you want for Christmas, think practical: gas cards, an hour with a financial planner, gift cards to the grocery store and personal budgeting software. While many food banks burst at the seams with donations, they might run short on help sorting and distributing the food items. Peppermint Kiss Cookies Recipe.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

Before heading to the store, make a list of what you need and stick to the list while shopping. You knew this tip was coming didn’t you? :) You can find coupons in newspapers, magazines, by mail, or online to help you save each week at the store. Bank of America card holders can enjoy FREE museum membership once a month.

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2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 6, 2015

FREE Museum Weekend for Bank of America Customers. Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide. Simply present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission to any participating institution.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 30, 2013

These parents should know that there are a lot of ways to educate their children without breaking the bank. These stores are also great for other books – just browse around and see what you stumble upon. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. You can connect with him on Google +.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 2, 2015

It is always best to call ahead and make sure that your local store or retailer is participating to avoid disappointment. FREE Museum Weekend for Bank of America Customers. Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide. American Girl Special Store Events. Guitar Center.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 7, 2015

. :: American Girl Special Store Events. Many of the American Girl in store events are free, however some have a fee and some have age restrictions. Get the details here and find participating stores. Call ahead and make sure that your local store or retailer is participating to avoid disappointment. :: Barnes & Noble.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 28, 2013

With summertime comes vacations, and with vacations come… empty bank accounts. Visit your local toy store or check online for affordable supplies and equipment. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. Photo by Flickr user mcauleyservices. Backyard Camping. And that alone is cause for celebration.

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Backyard Vacation Amusement Park DIY 75

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 1, 2012

You just load them to your store card and when you check out, instead of the coupons coming off your bill, they are added to your SavingStar account (within 7-30 days). Once you have $5, you can select a payout option: Bank Deposit, Paypal, or Amazon gift cards. ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 21, 2015

. :: American Girl Special Store Events. Many of the American Girl in store events are free, however some have a fee and some have age restrictions. Get the details here and find participating stores. Call ahead and make sure that your local store or retailer is participating to avoid disappointment. :: Barnes & Noble.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Those looking to add a grilling element can purchase independent grates from most hardware stores; if you’re feeling really creative you can try installing the grate with a hinge. With these ideas, you should be able to build a great outdoor fireplace and grill pit without breaking the bank. Photo credit: ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

There’s no need to break the bank this Valentine’s Day. Thanks, Surviving the Stores !). ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. With all these great coupons to save on your date, you’re sure to find something for you and your special someone! Heart Ice Cream Cupcakes (exp. All rights reserved.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

Pick up an inexpensive deck of cards, growing kits and boxed board games from the discount store. One way to keep prizes affordable is to pick up some party favors at the discount store. You can find little ceramic piggy banks or window clings to keep things light-hearted and inexpensive. Grab a bag of pretzels or chips.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

Before heading to the store, make a list of what you need and stick to the list while shopping. You knew this tip was coming didn’t you? :) You can find coupons in newspapers, magazines, by mail, or online to help you save each week at the store. Bank of America card holders can enjoy FREE museum membership once a month.

New Year's 40

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2013

Remember with SavingStar , You just load these coupons to your store card and when you check out, instead of the coupons coming off your bill, they are added to your SavingStar account (within 7-30 days). Once you have $5, you can select a payout option: Bank Deposit, Paypal, or Amazon gift cards.

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