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Save Money on Rent

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Perhaps it is cheaper for you to rent than to buy. Whatever the reason causing you to rent, you most likely want the rent payment to be as reasonable as possible. You can save money on rent, I know because we got rent reductions. Here’s how we saved money on rent. Trade Services for Rent Reductions.

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Meet a Reader | Maria in Florida

The Frugal Girl

Joaquin, our sweet, trusted, good-looking companion lives with us rent-free. I’ve been reading The Frugal Girl since retiring in 2015 and look forward to the blog every week. Our primary “why” behind our money-saving efforts now is to be able to pay the 15-year mortgage on our new build in 10 years instead of 15.

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Live Green and Get More Green in Your Wallet

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Guest Post Author Bio: The following is a guest post by Lisa at Car Insurance Comparison, an Australian blog created to help its readers compare car insurance in and around their areas. Renting movies in this way is a great way to stick to your budget, over maintaining a dish or satellite TV system. Rent It Out. In the U.S.,

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Central Park Zoo, Life Changes.and Zucchini

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Unfortunately my blog has been the victim of an over-planned summer. After renting an office space for 12 years, we bought a building last week. You will have to excuse my absence the past few weeks, this summer has gotten the best of me. Life changes.as On top of all of this, the Olympics have started and we are die-hard fans.

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How Pinterest Can Save You Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

With a few clicks of your mouse, it’s easy to build boards of inspiration for countless numbers of items, interests and passions. Chances are, it may take you to a blog or website that provides plenty of money-saving advice for the exact things you’re looking for. Are you a fan of Pinterest? Has it helped you save money?

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6 Cheap Ways to Enjoy Winter

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Most places rent skiis for as little as $10 a day so set a date and make a day out that the whole family can enjoy. Play in the snow : Start a snowball fight in the yard or help the kids build a snowman. So instead of sitting indoors watching the TV or reading my blog (lol), get outside and start enjoying the outdoors.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

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Kevin Mulligan from RothIRA.com’s Retirement Planning Blog tells us how to Take Advantage of Retirement Accounts for a Side Business. Tim from How to Make Bankable Savings discusses Buy Versus Rent: Non-Financial Considerations are Ke y The decision to buy or rent your home involves more than a financial analysis.