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What Makes a Saver?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Those affected by our recent Great Recession have had the benefits of saving reinforced as well. As a young mom, I saved like mad – going to garage sales, thrift stores and accepting hand me downs on toys and clothing. I also saved – maxing out 401K contributions to build up the retirement funds.

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P.E.P. for the Week of January 24-28, 2010- Adjustment Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Well, I signed up for 2 of the 3 I need to complete which are to take place this weekend and one other weekend in February. Well, plans have had to change. Being Frugal tells us how we can rock the thrift stores. Personal Finance by the Book askes if we should borrow from our 401K? How about you? If you ask me, no.

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