Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Here are some great articles from this week. 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. If so, don’t miss Mike’s post about the 5 Costly Mistakes Contractors Make When Starting a Home Remodel Project at Personal Finance Journey.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2013

I have been able to read some great articles this week. Emily @ Evolving Personal Finance is a user and wonders about Using Upromise to Pay Down Student Loans. Emily @ Evolving Personal Finance is a user and wonders about Using Upromise to Pay Down Student Loans. Have you ever heard of Upromise?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Here are some great articles from this week. Don’t miss Danielle’s Tips for Creating an Engaging and Profitable Website at Saving Without a Budget. Sustainable PF from Sustainable Personal Finance writes about how Adopting Minimalist Principles to Save Money and Live Sustainability is possible.

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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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2013

I have been able to read some great articles this week. Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Emily from Evolving Personal Finance is having a Debate over Outsourcing Cleaning with her husband and wants to know if you think that paying for cleaning is a worthwhile luxury. Are You Getting Ripped Off At The Gas Pump?

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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. Personal Finance Whiz: Keynesian vs Hayekian Economics – The Solution To Our Recession?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 27, 2011

Many thanks to the awesome bloggers out there who included PET articles in these carnivals: My Personal Finance Journey included How Yoga Helped Me Reach My Goals and Be a Better Person in this week’s Yakezie Carnival.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Many franchises will require certain personal qualifications in order to consider you as a franchisee. These can include your personal finances, such as net worth, available capital and credit score, as well as industry and management experience. A popular type of financing for those opening franchises is equipment financing.

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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. If you’re serious about going green and saving money, then it’s probably a good idea you bookmark the following online calculators: Retirement Calculator. You won’t know for sure until you take advantage of this home energy savings calculator.

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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 so, check out SFB’s post on How to Find the Best Mortgage at Simple Finance Blog. Saving Money on Renovations.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2011

Sustainable Personal Finance. Jeff always shares personal experiences about why he is doing what he is doing. With every tip their is a personal connection to his own life. He also blogs about multiple topics, not just personal finance, which gives his blog an added appeal. Canadian Finance Blog.

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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. Save as much as you can for later and avoid borrowing money. At the end of the series I will post my own 5 pieces of advice.

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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

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! If so, make sure to read Money Q&A’s post for some tips on saving money on a mortgage.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2013

When it comes to managing your money, sometimes it has to be First Values and Goals, Then Strategies , as Emily from Evolving Personal Finance highlights. 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. 5 Ways To Be A Master Of Home Entertainment.

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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. Thrifty ways to save on travel. Energy-saving software for an eco-friendly office. PET Archives.

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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? 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. Read up on emergency fund basics at Money Smart Guides.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

Little House in the Valley tells us how we can save money by partnering with our neighbours. This article stood in my mind because I recently got in my car to drive it and realized how dirty it is. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us to stop smoking. I got carried away. Going Green. It is really embarrassing actually.

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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. Save for emergencies…big emergencies. That’s what emergency savings are for. The entire series can be found under Money Tips.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 14, 2011

Each issue offers you personal finance advise, CEO interviews, lifestyle information and advise on the latest technology and if it is worth purchasing. Don’t forget to connect on the Saving Cents with Sense Facebook page for more deals and fun conversation! ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC. All rights reserved.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Kim McGrigg presents Small ways to save big on major purchases – Money Management posted at Blogging for Change. posted at FIRE Finance , saying, “We decided to optimize our grocery expenses and pull the strings on our food budget even tighter. And one of the best ways to do it is to use a 529 plan.&#.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We get a visual picture every month of where are finances are and what we have spent our money on. We have been saving for our vacation to Asia since last year and we have been successful at this. This must be a hot topic lately because I have read numerous articles about it. Watson Inc. The key is we must pay it off regularly.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2011

This FREE budgeting software helps you manage all your personal finances, including bank accounts, credit cards, and investments, all in one place. It can help you develop a plan to save for retirement, pay off student loans, or just pay off that debt you have been carrying! ©2009-10 Saving Sense Media LLC. .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

On their personal finance site, US News suggested that some kids get games they don’t want and can’t be returned. Check out these articles for even more tips on after holiday bargains: ABC News Smart Spending: Buy These Items After Christmas. Christmas in July Christmas Shopping the Smart Way Do You Save Wrapping?

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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 Your Finances Simplified , saying, “One of the things that investment gurus always emphasize is to diversify, diversify and diversify. YFS presents What Is Asset Allocation and Why Is It Important?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

You can even reward them with extra allowance with the money saved on gasoline and car upkeep. Personal Finances – A Thrifty Lifestyle Is A Sustainable Lifestyle Our economic stability is also a key aspect in maintaining a healthy outlook and plays an integral part in a sustainable lifestyle.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

In Huffington Post article Boomers Give New Meaning To Spoiling The Grandkids author Linda Stern reported: “Roughly 36 percent of the grandparents surveyed by AARP said “spoiling (grand)children by buying them too much” was a part of a grandparent’s financial role.”. Boomers are becoming grandparents by the second.

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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

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

So load up on the safety features and not only will you and family be more safe and secure, but you’ll save on premiums too. So use car pools and public transport when you can, and drive only when you have to – you’ll save a lot on insurance. If you are a woman. No jokes, women on an average pay less than their male counterparts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

The Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us 10 lists he hopes none of us follow when it comes to our money management. Canadian Dream shares with us the stages of personal finance. DINKS Finance talks about financial survival of the fittest. Own the Dollar tells us how we can save $50 a day.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

Is a penny saved really a penny earned ? In my first article at Prairie Ecothrifter , I wanted to introduce two things: mental accounting and earning income. For most of us, it’s either reading or writing about personal finance and/or self-improvement. Are you having déjà vu? Don’t worry – I’m not repeating myself.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions.

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For the Mommas

JULY 28, 2012

Don’t worry about raking up those credit card bills, or putting a dent in your savings. Credit Sesame will help you manage your finances, and unlock your credit potential. But you can save even more by using them as well! Though they bring in great education value, they cost a lot. What does Credit Sesame do?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Bucksome Boomer shares with us 9 tips for tax time that will save us from forming those wrinkles. Saving Money Today clears up for us the difference between defined benefit and defined contribution. Saving Money Today clears up for us the difference between defined benefit and defined contribution. GO PACK GO! Managing Money.

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For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

The term “sinking fund” was originally a business term used to designate a savings account where a corporation holds funds for the repayment of a debt in order to improve their liquidity. In personal finance, a sinking fund is a savings account that is designated specifically for an irregular expense. Bank Your Savings.

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Fashion Without Guilt

MAY 9, 2011

If you want to still plan that vacation this year, Christian Personal Finance wrote a great article outling how to travel and get the &# bang for your buck&#. By using these opaque websites, you can save up to 50% off hotels. With gas prices nearing $4, who has the money for that family vacation this year. Trip Advisor.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions.

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