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Why Those EPA Mileage Estimates Do Not Add Up

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Despite all of those tangibles, fuel economy is still only an estimate. And, in 2012 alone, both Kia and Hyundai were found guilty of misstating their vehicles’ fuel efficiency by up to 15 percent , while a California woman was awarded nearly $10,000 when she sued Honda in small claims court for overstated mpg claims.

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5 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Gold

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Let’s face it, the economy stinks and there isn’t an end in sight. Well, some investors have turned to gold. Even when the economy was doing better than it is now, gold remained at a stable price. That means, the people who invested in gold, still didn’t lose much money when the economy was doing well.

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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

Family Balance Sheet

However, reality set in on April 1st and I’m now second-guessing that we have enough money set aside, so I have set into motion some strategies to prepare for the unstable economy and any lost income ahead. We didn’t have enough cash saved to buy a car without a loan and that wasn’t sitting well with me.

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Review: 2012 Kia Sorrento

Saving With Shellie

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to test drive a 2012 Kia Sorrento. Here are a few of my favorites from the 2012 Kia Sorrento : :: Features. My husband liked this feature as well. Split Fold Third Row - First, I had no idea that the 2012 Kia Sorrento even offered a third row seat. That was such a pleasant surprise!

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BJ’s Farm to Fresh Review and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

Buying local also helps the area’s economy by building up the local agricultural industry and by helping keep money within the community. I love supporting my state’s economy and agriculture in the state as I assume many of you do as well. Giveaway ends at 12:01 am on Tuesday, May 1, 2012.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #236 – May 11, 2012

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Welcome to the May 11, 2012 Edition #236 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. Maria presents Politics and economy in the Eurozone part 1 posted at The Money Principle , saying, “The people have spoken in France and Greece. This edition is arranged by subject heading, so that you can browse efficiently. Can you blame them?

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Should You Invest In A Rising Market?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Is the economy really recovering or will our jobs (assuming we have one) once again disappear? These drastic and unprecedented measures used by central bankers to reignite the economy, revive risk taking and boost investor confidence are akin to “steroids” or “sugar high,” critics say.”. So, who do you believe?

Economy 187