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Remember, Slow and Steady Wins the Race

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The hare got off to a speedy pace and seemed to be a sure win, but in the end he didn’t, did he? Slow and steady wins the race. Ask yourself : Do you start saving or paying off debt with a superhuman resolve- determined to avoid all temptation- only to fall off the wagon and give up hope in a matter of a few days?

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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

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We paid off our last non-mortgage debt in September and have since sent that loan’s monthly payment to our mortgage principal. I set up a strategy years ago to pay for those yearly expenses , so thankfully, there’s money for these bills and we won’t fall behind. Stop sending an extra payment to our mortgage.

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Meet a Reader | Megan from California

The Frugal Girl

We are privileged in that we both have good-paying jobs and have more than enough money to cover the bills. I made some foolish choices shortly after graduating college, burning through my savings and running up credit card bills. What’s your best frugal win? Me in one of my money mistakes!

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Win $250 For Back-To-School Shopping with CreditSesame.com!

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Don’t worry about raking up those credit card bills, or putting a dent in your savings. Set up a FREE account with Credit Sesame today and be automatically entered to win $250 for Back to School. Credit Sesame is a 100% FREE personal finance credit and debt management tool with no credit card required or trial period.

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Small Choices Means Big Gains When Achieving Financial Security

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Your budget will tell you how much you have left over after paying bills; this is how much you can save. This means accommodation, food, utility bills, basic clothing and health care. Eliminate Debt Everyone has debts. It is usually debts that cause the most financial problems. and follow it? I’m sure everyone.

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Enter to Win $250 for Back to School + Free Credit Report

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You can get a totally free credit report (thru Experian and enter to win $250.00). Don’t worry about raking up those credit card bills, or putting a dent in your savings. Set up a free account with Credit Sesame today and automatically enter to win $250 for Back to School. Automatically enter to win $250!

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How to Prevent Three Common Disastrous Personal Financial Mistakes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I was an expert at this; I spent every dollar I earned and juggled multiple credit cards to pay bills and buy whatever I thought I had the money for. Of course, by using credit cards for purchases and bills, I was spending money I didn’t have and probably wouldn’t have any time soon. Don't forget to enter to win an iPad 3 here at PET.