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. However, the problem is that most people do not know how.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

Welcome to the 18th edition of the Totally Money Carnival. I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. Today along with the great tips from my fellow personal finance bloggers, I am going to share with you six ways you can clean up your finances this season.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 6, 2011

I figured out how to make tofu-free meals because that’s what worked for me. Guest Post Author Bio: This article is from Jana over at Everything Finance. Everything Finance is a site about just that, everything related to finance. I hate everything about tofu, particularly the texture. So I don’t eat it.

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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.

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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. Invoice Financing: This allows businesses to borrow money against outstanding invoices.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2012

The same can be said about finances – it is often the little things you do, the small actions you take, that have the biggest impact on your financial security, both in the present and in the future. A budget helps you track your finances so you know exactly where you are and whether you’re on track. It’s wasted money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

But did you know that Pinterest is also a fantastic resource for saving money? Whether you’re spending minutes or hours pinning photos of your favorite meals, outfits or vacation destinations, there is a wealth of money-saving knowledge floating around on those boards. Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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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. If so, bookmark SFB’s post about How to Set Yourself Up To Be a Financial Success When Starting the First Job at Simple Finance Blog.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2013

Good decisions can result in your ability to get a better job, make more money, save more money, invest for gain and other steps that help you end up in financial plus land. How does one go about making more good decisions than bad ones? To get ahead in life, you need to make more good decisions than bad.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 1, 2013

That same Times article explains it this way: “Michael O. A financial planner Gary Schatsky is quoted in this New York Times article saying: The life estate is a beautiful opportunity in the law that allows you to have your cake and eat it, too,” Mr. Schatsky said. Giving: Does It Always Have To Be About The Money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2012

Going green and saving money is easier said than done when going about it by yourself. But while independence is critical in the successful mastering of money management and sustainability, that doesn’t mean you have to go about these efforts solo. This article brought to you by Amanda Green. Household Budget Calculator.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 1, 2012

Miss T told me that she thinks everyone is looking for ways to maximize their earnings and stretch their dollar and an article on how to make extra money would be timely. I don’t disagree with her, and in this article I’d like to share one specific way one can make some of that extra dough online with their spare time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 25, 2013

Take a peak and see what I read this week: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Little House from Little House in the Valley wants to know why so many couples enter marriage without ever discussing money. She writes How Newlyweds Mess Up Their Finances to show just how important it is to have this crucial conversation with your mate.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. The Skilled Investor , Editor.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2013

I have been able to read some great articles this week. Darwin at Darwin’s Money doesn’t think so with his What’s a Stay at Home Mom Worth? Emily @ Evolving Personal Finance is a user and wonders about Using Upromise to Pay Down Student Loans. It’s definitely possible to save money while living a healthy life.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

In my first article at Prairie Ecothrifter , I wanted to introduce two things: mental accounting and earning income. Mental accounting being the tendency people have to view money differently depending on where it comes from; and the idea of earning money is fun. Who doesn’t want to make money while they sleep?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. The entire series can be found under Money Tips. Money is not a goal. Money is neither good nor evil.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

If you have a long weekend, how are you going to spend it? I have been able to read some great articles this week. Don’t miss Melissa’s post at My Personal Finance Journey if you Think You’re Sacrificing to Pay Down Debt? How to Get Out of Unemployment posted at Debt Free Blog. How to Ace a Job Interview.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2013

I will do my yearly harvest report at the end of the season like I usually do so you can see how fruitful we were. I have been able to read some great articles this week. If you need some help with cutting your spending, don’t miss Arnel’s post at Money Soldiers about Seven Easy Ways to Cut Spending Now.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

Failure to monitor your consumption expenditures means that they are flying blindly regarding their future finances. posted at Money Talks Coaching , saying, “Money and marriage. Savvy Scot controversially talks about how to spend money and what so many financial bloggers are doing wrong!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

The Skilled Investor , Editor Budgeting and Economics Paul Vachon presents Frugal Living Made Easy posted at The Frugal Toad , saying, “Frugal living is all about making informed and deliberate choices in how to spend money. Thanks to NCR, using your smartphone to make withdrawals at an ATM is on the horizon. Not so today.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

This was the first opportunity to highlight articles from the newly formed Yakezie network. Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. That man was Steve Jobs.

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

How to Drastically Reduce the Amount of Money You Spend Each Month. If you ask any stressed mom what of her biggest concerns is, chances are that she’ll mention something about managing household finances and excess spending. Setting specific goals can help to get us excited about saving money. Set Specific Goals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. The entire series can be found under Money Tips. At the end of the series I will post my own 5 pieces of advice.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

This is not something I want to see, so today I have a few videos for you that will dispell credit card myths, teach you how to use them properly, how to keep them safe, and how to make sure you should be getting credit in the first place. Some of the most oft repeated tips are how to reduce your energy bill.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 6, 2013

Good Reads From The Blogosphere: No matter how tight your budget is, there are always ways to save more. Get some ideas in Jen from Money Rebound’s post about Simple Ways to Save Money. If you want to be more frugal over the long haul, Ryan from Cash Money Life highlights his 4 Creative Ways to Be Frugal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

There were as always a ton of great reads out this week which I have highlighted below: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Heidi at Personal Finance Journey has a great post about eating well but saving more –it can be done! Fighting a bout of money unhappiness? Read his recap about how to make a budget at Money, Life and More.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Here are some great articles from this week. Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Mr.CBB @ Canadian Budget Binder makes a great point that life becomes a lot easier if we just simplify it in his post: Happiness is everything: Saving Money and Buying Time. The Green Option That Saves You Money: Paper Magazines vs Digital.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 8, 2013

Motivational finance books, such as The One Minute Millionaire or Think and Grow Rich stress the importance of giving. How is that? Prevention Magazine reported on a study in article Are You Nicer Than A Toddler? Give to Charity and Help Your Finances. They claim that if you give, you get back a thousandfold more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2013

Confused about how much you should save and how you should go about saving it? Read up on emergency fund basics at Money Smart Guides. Figuring out a budget and how to meet those goals? If you need more incentive, check out I Heart Money’s 5 reasons to start a budget for 2013. How to haggle for a bargain.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. My University Money: Should I Pursue a Co-op Education? There were 56 submissions this week.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

This week I have included some movie clips of the 10 best movies about money and what they taught us. Kim McGrigg presents Small ways to save big on major purchases – Money Management posted at Blogging for Change. The key is finding balance. I found them entertaining and insightful and I am sure you will too.

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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 24, 2013

There were as always a ton of great reads out this week which I have highlighted below: Good Reads from the Blogosphere: Read how Emily and Kyle have helped their finances by sharing a car at Evolving Personal Finance. David’s post about how to know the true value of a home at Young Adult Money is a great place to start!

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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

AUGUST 19, 2013

It is not only possible to spend gobs of money on your little rug rats but also gobs of your time. They rarely gave us toys or money. Seeing the joy of discovery on a child’s face or watching them learn a new skill or develop a new talent is just plain fun, no matter the cost in money or time. How much are we spending?

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