Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2013

My smartphone has even made it easier for me to do my banking. Remote check deposit means that it’s been months since I’ve set foot inside my brick and mortar bank. How to Protect Your Online Banking Is It Worth It To Purchase Insurance For Your Smartphone? I can quickly and easily transfer money between accounts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 22, 2014

Know how much you have and make sure that you and the bank agree on that amount. Although my spouse and I have always been diligent about tracking our spending and knowing our balance, there was a time early on in our marriage where neither of us was much into balancing our checkbook back to the bank’s idea of our balance.

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Money Mom Credit Cards Bank 217

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 6, 2013

I don’t have to worry about logging onto my bank account and paying the bill when it comes to using cash, so it removes the pain of feeling it leave my pocket twice. On a credit card, if you forget what you spent money on, you can pull up your banking records online in seconds. My friend said the opposite. Small, Impulse Purchases.

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Credit Cards Credit Bank Banking 243

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 4, 2014

They are the people who add value to your “bank” of personal relationships. The ones who are constantly withdrawing from the relationship bank with relentless needs, complaints, and negativity leaving you totally drained after every meeting. The ones you grow from and with. Those kinds of people are what I call “depositors”.

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Bank Banking United States Work 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Take them to the bank and let them see you make your deposits. Buy them a piggy bank and help them remember to feed it when they can. Also, point out any interest and compounding that happens in your (or their) accounts – maybe even pay them interest on the money in their piggy bank. Let them open their own bank account.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 28, 2013

You can have a fun, and usually inexpensive time helping them learn by showing them companies, factories and banks in action. Teach your kid about banking and currency creation. You can tour several federal reserve banks in different parts of the company. In Kansas City, all ages can visit the Money Museum.

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Kids and Family Money Kansas City Kids 222

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 30, 2021

You can usually get loan term loans from most banks and alternative financial providers, while peer-to-peer platforms often encourage shorter-term loans to provide a quicker return for investors. A bank or lender can take your property if this is to happen, which makes this kind of loan not always the best for many businesses.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Bank Banking 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 30, 2021

Many traditional bank lenders may only lend starting from a certain amount, such as with a personal loan, so if you only needed a small loan for your short term issue, you’d be taken on more than you need. Even if you only do so once a week, the cost across a month in total can leave your bank balance looking empty.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Saving Money Frugal 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 18, 2021

Many traditional bank lenders may only lend starting from a certain amount, such as with a personal loan, so if you only needed a small loan for your short term issue, you’d be taken on more than you need. Even if you only do so once a week, the cost across a month in total can leave your bank balance looking empty.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Saving Money Money 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

When you can’t see the extra money sitting in your bank account, you’ll be less likely to spend it. With that in mind, set up automatic payments to go out of your bank as soon as you get paid. This means that your savings can start building automatically, without you even noticing. 2. Work on your Credit.

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Bills Money Bank Banking 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 12, 2014

TD Bank If you have one in your area, this is a great program! Kids read 10 books during the summer, fill out the form, take the form to the nearest TD Bank, open an account, and TD Bank will deposit $10! Call your local bank to make sure they are participating in 2014.).

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Pottery Barn Lowes Bank Banking 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Both are now old enough to open a bank savings account. I would go into the bank with my stubby little hands clutching my months worth of allowance (total of $1), deposit it and see the results right off printed in my book. Most of the time, the best we can expect from bank savings accounts has been from 2% to 5% before inflation.

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Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

You can use this cash inflow for your monthly expenses or save it up in your bank account. According to All Reverse Mortgage , a reverse mortgage allows senior citizens aged 62 and above to take out a loan from the bank without paying mortgage payments. Passive income is the income you earn by putting in minimal effort.

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Money Home Rent Making 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2016

Banks and other lending institutions often require you to jump through hoops just to get to the cash you need. Often times, they can provide you with an interest-free loan, and the terms of repayment are far more flexible than what you get at a lending institution, such as a bank or credit union. Ask a Friend or Family Member.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 7, 2014

Five years later, heavy regulatory costs on community banks and limited growth in traditional lending are driving borrowers online and investors couldn’t be happier with the returns available. If the loan is fully funded, the money is released to the borrower’s bank account and monthly payments are made directly to the website.

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Debt Personal Finance Finance Credit 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2015

Would you like to end 2015 with a bigger bank account than you currently have? Try to cash it in at the bank rather than at a coin machine in the grocery store so you don’t have to pay a commission. Put your emergency fund in an inconvenient bank. I know I would. But it doesn’t have to be. Save all $5 bills that you get.

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Money 2015 Emergency Fund Bills 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Bank loans are the age old solution to a company’s need for funding, but there are new options on the lending front thanks to technology. Of course, there is a down payment that typically needs to happen before a loan is issued by the bank or mortgage company and loans to investors rather than homeowners can be a bit more difficult.

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Real Estate Money Bank Banking 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

Check with your bank to determine how to set up a paperless account. If you like to use paper statements as hard copy back-ups, see if your bank offers the ability to store back-up copies on your hard drive. One option is to only grant your business to banks that only fund responsible and sustainable industries.

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Credit Cards Credit Used Bank 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2012

Saving means that you deposit a sum of money, which you can generally add to over time, into an account with a bank, credit union, savings and loan or other financial institution. The bank uses your money for lending and pays you a pre-determined interest rate for that privilege. No Cost Refinancing – Pros and Cons. Here’s what you.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2014

If you use your debit card, and sometimes even if you use a check, you are charged a transaction fee by your bank. I always just go into my bank to get it. There are no fees with cash. Of course this assumes that you didn’t run up fees at the ATM machine getting the cash! This is a big one for me. Lots of folks still use cash.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 31, 2014

When we moved in together and began to incorporate more and more of our financials, such as bills and bank accounts, I started trying to get him interested in budgeting. I could see that imaging that amount of money in our bank accounts piqued his interest. Get Them Dreaming. I was a bit sneaky with this, but it worked nonetheless.

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Budgeting Budget Money Finance 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 27, 2017

You can get good, clean organic chicken breasts at decent prices that won’t break the bank. It is cheap fuel that will hit spot and not hit your bank account. You just need a commitment to find the cheap foods that fit your training regimen and nutrition program. Finding Cheap Protein. Chicken is always a good option. Eat Insects.

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Cleaning Cheap Fuel Bank 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 7, 2011

Please check out the carnival for other great reads, including the top pick by Money Cone: If You Bank Online, You Need to Do This Pronto. Many thanks to Glen from Free From Broke for including my post How to Buy an Eco-Friendly Home if You Can’t Afford to Build One in this week’s Best of Money Carnival.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2017

Better to talk through the whys and wheretofors of your revenge spends to get to the bottom of the cause than to drain your bank accounts or wreck your credit with the spends. Spouses used to use secret overseas bank accounts to hide money from each other prior to a divorce split up. Watch for these other money tricks. Asset hiding.

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Money Camping Equipment Bank Banking 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 15, 2013

Why bother going to the bank to get cold hard cash, when you can just charge it? hit the bank for more cash), you probably are going to keep close tabs on what you are spending. Walmart has a program where you can order online, print a receipt and pay within 24 hours at a local store. Time author Martha C. I have other reasons.

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Used Credit Cards Psychology Credit 234

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 11, 2012

How to Have a Party Without Breaking The Bank Everyone likes a good party, right? If you want to throw a party without breaking the bank, check out these. These are just a few ways I have found to save money on these parties. What have you done? I would love to hear your ideas.

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Budgeting Budget Holiday Food and Drink 256

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Remember these five money saving strategies to stay comfortable without breaking the bank. Make regular trips to your local grocery store for dietary staples and fresh produce for a healthy diet that won’t break the bank. Smart Grocery Shopping. Skip the pizza and constant eating out.

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College Saving Money Money Student 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2014

You may have to wait a little longer to see some of your entertainment, but that’s a big savings that you can take to the bank each month. Bank Your Savings. Streaming services like Netflix, Hulu Plus, and Amazon Prime mean that you can spend about $25 a month and get many of the same TV shows and movies. Insurance Premiums.

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Saving Money Money Insurance Transportation 195

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 12, 2013

Personal financiers will frequently advise that you have an emergency fund of 3-6 months of expenses in your bank account at all times. Once you’ve reached that goal and have a nice, healthy emergency fund in your bank, what do you do next? I remember a few months ago when I hit my $10,000 emergency fund target.

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Emergency Fund Debt Goals Money 200

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

If you neglect to winterize your home, your bank account will dwindle due to increased heating costs. If you don’t take action to monitor your bank balances you could end up paying fines for bounced checks. If you are rich and neglect to draw up a pre-nuptial agreement, you may find yourself a pauper if you ever divorce.

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Real Estate Money Insurance Plumbing 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2011

There are ways to build a green budget without breaking the bank. Some banks and cell phone service providers will even pay you to choose paperless statements. It’s understandable but it doesn’t have to be the norm. Go Digital. Save money and the environment by opting for electronic statements. Clip Coupons or Go Pro.

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Budgeting Budget Green Taxes 178

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2011

Financial security or retiring with a certain amount in your bank account is not a goal, but it may help you reach your real goals. Banks and financial professionals want to take your money away. When you set goals, think about the positive change in the world you want to make or how you want to affect the people around you.

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Money Personal Finance Goals Consumerism 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 4, 2011

Everyone wants a short cut to wealth, and everyone seems convinced that there’s a great mystery surrounding financial stability and that only the most dedicated among us can escape college with our bank accounts intact. Happily, that’s not the case.

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College Graduation Credit Cards Re-use 169

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Making sure you’re covered for damage to your home is not only a wise move but is required in situations where your asset is financed by a bank. Be proactive because you’ll need to ask about these price breaks if you want them.

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Insurance Identity Theft Life Insurance Discount 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2013

Hmmmm, in 2008 one of the biggest fears was that credit markets would dry up causing massive restrictions in banks lending to one another and therefore massive refusals to lend money to us. If this particular part of the crisis had not been averted, bank and business failures would have been even more prolific.

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Economical Real Estate Making 2008 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2013

Financial contact numbers for banks, credit issuers, insurance companies, and others. Finance and Emergency Kits: Be Prepared Not Surprised Be Prepared for Emergencies by Planning in Advance Build Your Home Food Storage Without Breaking the Bank How to Prepare for a Salary Cutback How to Avoid Financial Disaster.

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Emergency Fund Job Loss Transportation Staying Warm 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

Aside from a couple of brief forays into non-bank type accounts in the eighties and one family investment club, my investing experience dates to the early 1990’s. I set it up so that I had a certain dollar amount moved from my bank (where my check was automatically deposited) to my Vanguard account.

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