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5 Economic Assumptions We (still) Make That Won’t Always Be True

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Ahem… , we all saw real estate fall in 2008, 2009 and 2010 – but do you believe that it is now on the rebound? We depend on others for so many things that we take for granted: simple things such as a hot shower, or hot cup of coffee in the morning or indeed, even the heat in our home and the roof over our heads.

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How to Harness the Power of the Wind For Your Home

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Windy Economics. However, economics drive real demand in the U.S. And, the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act increased the federal tax credit for purchasing small wind systems to 30%. Systems, with enough power to energize an average home, range from $30,000-$50,000. How long will you be in your home?

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Stay the Course Financially

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When the Great Recession began in 2008/2009, my boss at the time (a Vice President of the company) and her spouse consulted their financial adviser to see what they should do. She lost both of her jobs in the course of a month, and they consequently couldn’t meet the mortgage payments on their almost new home as a result.

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Can’t Afford Private School? It May Not Matter.

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According to the latest study by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), randomly selected 15 year old students in America are almost average compared to counterparts in 70 participating countries. Home Schooling is Another Route. Just average.

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Friday???s Freebies: Jane Austin Collection, Sundown Vitamins and More

Saving Cents With Sense

The Green Home Cleaning Guide by Michelle Anderson. Home Economics for Homeschoolers by Heather Leach. 2009-14 Saving Cents with Sense , a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. Cheap and Delicious: Secrets to Saving Money in the Kitchen and Serving Delicious Meals by Oliver Springstin. Free Audiobook through Audible.

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4 Tips To Starting Your Financial Plan

Saving Cents With Sense

Creating a short-term budget and long-term financial plan can not only help you get out of debt once and for all, but they can also guide you to economic independence and prosperity. Most people want to get out of debt, while others want to save for their children’s college educations or a new home. All rights reserved.

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Staycation Tips & Ideas to Help You Save

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Summer is officially here and that means that kids are home, people are time off work, and gas prices are up (yikes!). A staycation is the perfect economical alternative to a conventional vacation. A staycation is the perfect economical alternative to a conventional vacation. More than anything, just enjoy yourself!

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