Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 16, 2014

Those of us who had stocks , bonds, and mutual funds saw our net worth rise, but many (perhaps as many as 50% of us, according to CNN Money article M illions see no benefit from soaring stock prices ) missed out. If you don’t have any stock market investments, how can you get in on the action?

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Emergency Fund Debt Money Father 184

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

Well, kids, your parents lied to you – money does grow on trees. As examples, consider the following, from The Fool’s article Ordinary People, Extraordinary Wealth. Ballenger was another teacher who lived frugally but well (often traveling around the world). #117046655 / gettyimages.com. You can do this. Gladys Holm.

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Virginia Money Real Estate Growing 160

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 20, 2011

I don't want to drain the emergency fund, which could easily happen when the AC needs replaced. Did you know that you need to clean the outside of your refrigerator as well as the inside? I didn't and I found this article helpful, How to Avoid Refrigerator Repairs. We certainly don't want to go into debt either.

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Appliances Washer and Dryer Emergency Fund Debt 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Elias Cortez, from Dallas, TX is currently a freelance writer specializing in writing on education and career information articles. View his latest articles on the University of Phoenix Birmingham and how to obtain a graphic design degree here. Plan for Financial Emergencies. Set Financial Goals.

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Family Financial Goals Debt Goals 196

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Money Cactus: Wealth Creation Online: Invest It Wisely Interview – There are a stack of really great personal finance blogs online and keeping up with them can be tough, this series introduces you to those who I think are well worth knowing about. Today I’m going to talk about getting those emergency funds going.

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November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Squirrelers from Squirrelers presents The Case for a Bigger Emergency Fund. Is the conventional advice of keeping a 3 to 6 month emergency fund still valid? This article discusses why it might be better to have a bigger emergency fund. . “The family is the school of duties- founded on love.&#.

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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense.

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2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88