Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

I have been able to read some great articles this week. Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: When you’re aggressively trying to pay down debt, you may feel that you’ve done all you can to curb your expenses, but have you really? How to Get Out of Unemployment posted at Debt Free Blog. PET Archives.

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Koupon Karen

JANUARY 15, 2024

You might be wondering how to make the most of such loans for your family business. This article is here to help. We’ll explore how to effectively leverage business financing, providing guidance to navigate through any uncertainties. It’s important to be aware of these risks and understand how to manage them.

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JULY 26, 2011

Today, you can pick up pretty much any book, newspaper, or magazine and find an article about getting out of debt. Did you know that: * Nellie Mae reports that the average amount of credit card debt held by college graduates is $2,700. * USA Today reports that the average college graduate owes about $19,000 in student loan debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2013

If you’re currently balancing your debt payoff and savings efforts, Canadian Budget Binder highlights the reason why it’s important to get out of debt first before saving. Are you a current student or someone who’s currently paying off student loan debt? Figuring out a budget and how to meet those goals?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 11, 2013

How is your summer? Take a peak and see what I read this week: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Jen from Money Rebound writes about Realistic Ways to Slash Your Student Loan Debt – Such a timely post considering the recent rate changes for federal student loans in the United States! How To Drive Green And Save On Gas Mileage.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Portions of this article were drafted using an in-house natural language generation platform. The article was reviewed, fact-checked and edited by our editorial staff. Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2014

How about you guys? How did your holidays go? Here are some great articles from this week. If so, don’t miss Lisa’s post about how to Use Your Personal Network to Save Major $$$ on Your Wedding at Lisa Vs. The Loans. If so, follow these 3 Basic Rules from Bob at Dwindling Debt. over at Gajizmo.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 6, 2013

My friend Jackie over at The Debt Myth has created a Pay Off Debt App which I think is very cool. She has lived the journey of being sunken in debt and then freeing herself and now she is trying to help others do the same with her new app. If so, check out SFB’s post on How to Find the Best Mortgage at Simple Finance Blog.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 31, 2013

Here are some great articles from this week. Jen from The Happy Homeowner recently took a trip around the world and shared her perspectives of how the trip changed her perspectives on life and money. Grayson from Debt Roundup recently took out an auto loan and shared the reasons why in his When Opportunity Knocks post.

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For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives. Here are tips on How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives. Eliminate debt. Credit card debt and high-interest loans are costing you money that you could use in the long-run. Prepare to live on one income by paying down, or paying off, these debts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Here are some great articles from this week. In his most recent mini-series, Matt Becker shares How to Start Investing From Scratch – Part 2 over at Mom and Dad Money. In his most recent mini-series, Matt Becker shares How to Start Investing From Scratch – Part 2 over at Mom and Dad Money. How to Be Green and Save Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 2, 2013

In part of my downtime, I have been able to read some great articles this week. Simon @ Camp Travel Adventure shared his ideas for how to get a grant to travel. If you’re in the market for life insurance, make sure to check out Jules Wilson’s post over on Faithful With a Few shows us How to Find Affordable Life Insurance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2012

While many personal finance sites focus on things such as getting out of debt, saving for retirement, and investing, what really matters to me the most is how we can live healthy prosperous lives. The site has grown and changed so much and I owe it all to you, my readers. Winners will be contacted by email.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

There were as always great reads out this week which I have highlighted below: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: If you’re struggling to stay afloat with your finances, Grayson at Debt Roundup highlights how the first step to recovery is to admit you don’t have a budget. Finding your dream job and how to land it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

Money Bulldog has some great tips for how to decide when you should go it alone or hire a pro. Student Debt Survivor wants you to know a secret about paying off $30K in student loans. If you are new to PET or haven’t gotten a chance to read all the articles in the past, here are few archives you might enjoy. PET Archives.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2012

So, in this article, we’re going to look at 10 small money mistakes that many people make, often unaware of the impact they are having on their financial security. Increasing your credit card limit is really increasing your debt, or at least your exposure to debt, so say ’No!’ Make establishing an emergency fund a priority.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

I wonder if that could be part of our national debt problem. He ended up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt and only salvaged his estate by selling (after his death) his civil war memoirs. Read more about this on Yahoo Finance article The 10 Richest U.S. Grant also did poorly in personal finance. Presidents. Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2013

Do you have debt on your mind? CAPI at Creating a Passive Income shares how you can Get Out Of Debt Using Passive Income. KK at Student Debt Survivor wrote about how her grandfather is truly the “grandfather” of frugal and shares her Financial Lessons Learned From My 80-Year-Old Grandfather. PET Archives.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

An August 2013 issue of Daily Finance, in an article entitled Credit Card Debt Falling But Still Very High reported: “According to data from the Federal Reserve, as of July 2013, the average indebted household in the U.S. How Can I Be Eco-Friendly With a Credit Card? Are there any among you that share my view?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Here are some great articles from this week. at Debt Roundup. If you are new to PET or haven’t gotten a chance to read all the articles in the past, here are few archives you might enjoy. How To Decide On A New Car. I will be spending my weekend working at an out of town business meeting. What about you all?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

How about you? Philip from Deliver Away Debt shares his story: How I Delivered Away My Debt. mbhunter from Mighty Bargain Hunter asks Are you contributing to this debt clock? Some people find themselves buried under student loan debt with little chance of ever paying it off. What do you think?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Read about how Amanda at Frugal Confessions just kicked her 9-5 to the curb (a guest post on You Only Do This Once). Paying off debt is hard to do. Read John’s post about his stumbles on the way to paying off his debt at The Money Principle. How to Save Money Visiting Yellowstone National Park. PET Archives.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 17, 2013

Student Debt Survivor recently had a milestone birthday. If one of your resolutions or goals this year is to lose weight, don’t miss Well Kept Wallet’s tips for how to get paid to lose weight. If you are new to PET or haven’t gotten a chance to read all the articles in the past, here are few archives you might enjoy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

This was the first opportunity to highlight articles from the newly formed Yakezie network. Live Real, Now: Make Extra Money, Part 6: Setting Up a Site In this installment of the Make Extra Money series, LRN is going to show you how to set up a WordPress site. Bucksome shares ten of her favorites in this article.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2013

This article on WEB MD (the source my doctor recommends for medical information) quotes Matthew Ebben, PhD – a certified sleep specialist at the Center for Sleep at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center and assistant professor of psychology in neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College as saying: “Whether it’s 1 a.m.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

I hope you enjoy them and the great articles they support. Kristen from My Dollar Plan reminds us Why You Should Tell Your Family About Your Debt. ” Dividend Growth Investor from Dividend Growth Investor shares how Dividend losers focus on excuses that prevent them from achieving their goals of financial freedom.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2013

KK thinks you can think yourself into financial failure –read more at Student Debt Survivor. David’s post about how to know the true value of a home at Young Adult Money is a great place to start! If you are new to PET or haven’t gotten a chance to read all the articles in the past, here are few archives you might enjoy.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

It’s no secret, I am fascinated, encouraged, and border-line obsessed with debt freedom. The idea of becoming debt free makes me downright giddy. So I love to hear the success stories of others who have found debt freedom. How did they make it happen? What did they specifically do to become debt free?

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JULY 20, 2011

We certainly don't want to go into debt either. Read through the owners manuals to find out how to clean the appliances. I didn't and I found this article helpful, How to Avoid Refrigerator Repairs. I don't want to drain the emergency fund, which could easily happen when the AC needs replaced.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

. ” Dr Dean presents iPads And Tablets: Ten Ways To Keep ‘Em Safe While Traveling posted at The Millionaire Nurse Blog , saying, “iPad’s size and weight make them great for traveling Read all about how to help keep yours from the black hole that is ‘ airline lost and found.’

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 2, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Richard of Frugality Magazine , where he shares frugal living tips for financial freedom. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? How long did it take you? I left university, as so many do, with a fair chunk of debt. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

As with most popular sites on the web, Pinterest has become a channel for online retailers, so if I were to purchase everything that I liked exactly at the price I find it, it’s safe to say that I’d quickly be broke or worse, back in credit card debt. If so, how? Are you a fan of Pinterest? Has it helped you save money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

PFP presents Investment Asset Tax Location posted at Pasadena Financial Planner , saying, ” As you move your cash, bond, and stock financial assets into lower cost, more broadly diversified investment mutual funds and/or ETFs, you should also consider how to “locate” your investment asset allocation with respect to more optimal taxation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

This must be a hot topic lately because I have read numerous articles about it. We are always aware of how each other feels and where we are with our plans. Sustainable Life Blog shares with us tips on how to repair our credit. We have more stable careers, we have no debt (other than our mortgage), and we own a home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Save Few Bucks presents How to Save Money on Household Expenses posted at Save Few Bucks , saying, “Saving money on your household expenses, can help you a lot in the long run, so here are some tips to help you save money on household expenses.&#. Stephan Marks presents How to Make Money with Paid Surveys posted at Promo Code Center.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 21, 2011

If you are looking to get your finances organized, you don’t want to miss this giveaway from Dave Ramsey, who has helped millions of people get out of debt and start saving. His Financial Peace University teaches people how to make the right decisions regarding money and empowers them to achieve their financial goals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

So how to do we pass along our ideals and actions to our children without forcing it on them? Teach them how to recycle household items like plastic bottles, aluminum cans, paper, etc. Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt. And in a way that even our youngest children can understand them?

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