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How to Make a Two Dollar Seventy Five Cent Centerpiece

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We decided to re-label 10 empty wine bottles using a picture of an historical event for each decade of her life. To start, I made a sample bottle as proof of concept using images printed on matte photo paper. 2010′s The rise of cell phones and smart phones. Tax on paper $0.78. Tax on tape $0.64.

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Save Money – Develop Important Home Owner Skills

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

To get the best contractor to re-roof your house, you have to negotiate. They wanted all new furniture for their home so they shopped around to find the store they wanted to use. Perhaps the county appraiser raised the appraised value of your home, thereby raising the taxes. Everything is negotiable. Record Keeping.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. using what they already have. using what they already have. When you do, go on tax free day. using tax free days.

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Living Social Cyber Monday Deal: $20 for $40 to Red Envelope!

Nicoles Nickels

You’re sure to find the perfect gift! Must be used in 1 transaction and may be used toward taxes or shipping. © 2010 Nicoles Nickels LLC All Rights Reserved. Red Envelope offers a stunning array of gifts in every price range. Limit 1 voucher per person.

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Yakezie Carnival October 16, 2011- Growth Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The original Yakezie Carnival was first hosted on February 28, 2010 and was called the Yakezie Challenge Carnival. You will learn exactly what settings, plugins, and themes he uses. Tax Rebate Blog: How Much Can you Earn Before Paying Tax in 2011 Tax allowances and brackets change each year.

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Great Personalized Gifts for Father’s Day!

Nicoles Nickels

After discount, shipping, and tax, my order came out to just $12.33! The only real restriction is that you can only use one code per order so if you want more than one item you’re going to need to place separate orders. © 2010 Nicoles Nickels LLC All Rights Reserved. I like the plates so I designed one of those.

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Seven Retirement Lessons Learned

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I have been since April 7, 2010. Remember to include taxes as an expense. In 2010, my company was just preparing to do their first round of recession related layoffs. Now, however, I hear that the company will not consider re-hiring anyone laid off in the first round. I’m retired! Hubby retired in July 2007.