The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 24, 2024

Why you should buy everything used WilliamB sent me this Washington Post article titled, “ Why you should buy everything used ” and ooh, I love it! (I While I am not as diehard as my friend The Non-Consumer Advocate , I do love to score secondhand items whenever possible (often from my Buy Nothing group ).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2012

They have assembled teams of charlatans with the goal of tricking you into buying products you don’t need just because the product is “green” – and they are very good at their jobs. Buying Green ” is even worse; just the fact that we use that phrase kind of takes away from what green used to mean. Buy a CFL or an LED bulb.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 25, 2023

As consumers continue to navigate through the uncertainty of the financial climate, alongside the rising cost of groceries, rent/mortgage payments, and household bills, budgets remain tighter than ever. You will then be able to receive personalised notifications via your smartphone to be informed if it’s dropped in price during the event.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 27, 2023

Choosing the first phone for your child can be an overwhelming task, with so many choices, preferences and sources of information. The device will be available at Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Amazon, Consumer Cellular and Tracfone wireless brands. For more information, visit Nokia.com/phones. Parental controls.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2014

If I buy anything online, I use credit. There is no chance for your personal information to be stolen. With the rash of data breaches at some of the major retailers in the past years, consumers are becoming more wary of flashing their debit and credit cards at brick and mortar stores when they could be using cash.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Lenders primarily use your financial and credit information to determine your rate, but may consider additional information like whether you own your home, your education level and your employer. Consumer advocates say 36% is the highest annual percentage rate a loan can have and still be considered affordable.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

Many of these companies will offer business advisory services meaning that you discuss every aspect of the policy and make an informed decision. This can be assessed by asking the company what support it offers and also by reading consumer reviews of the service which will help you gauge how helpful the company’s support service is.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Large store chains typically offer their shoppers the ability to bring in ads from competitors and buy those advertised products for those discounted prices right in their store. Consumer goods juggernaut, Wal-Mart, offers its consumers the chance to bring in ads and essentially use them as coupons at the register.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Warranty information, receipts, and product manuals can be virtually impossible to keep organized. The app then supplies manuals, information on parts and accessories, and possibly even instructional videos. Cookbooks take up shelf space, and looking through them to find the one recipe you’re looking for can be time-consuming.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

I don’t know about you, but I simply can’t afford to throw away appliances that are still working, in order to buy new energy-efficient models. With this in mind, I decided to do some research to get to the true story; this article tells you what I found out so you can make your own informed decisions. million trees were planted.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

For more information, please see our Insurance Disclosure. Our mission is to provide readers with accurate and unbiased information, and we have editorial standards in place to ensure that happens. Our editors and reporters thoroughly fact-check editorial content to ensure the information you’re reading is accurate.

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Koupon Karen

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Discount codes refer to specific alphanumeric strings that consumers can enter during online checkout processes, typically in designated “Enter Promo Code” fields, which activate predefined lowered pricing on items or orders. What Are Discount Codes?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 29, 2024

The best pet insurance companies at a glance All of the pet insurance companies below scored 5 out of 5 stars based on an in-depth comparison of coverage, plan terms and options, consumer experience, financial strength and discounts: ASPCA : Best for broad coverage. Embrace : Best for many ways to save. Figo : Best pet insurance for cats.

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 7, 2012

Where to Buy: at grocers nationwide. BeeWell for Life is an interactive signature consumer program by Bumble Bee Foods developed to inspire people to be active, eat healthier and give back using the dedicated resource website www.BeeWellForLife.com. For information on how to enter Rafflecopter Giveaways check out this post.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 2, 2012

CouponTrade is an online savings site where consumers can list and sell their unwanted gift cards and daily deals, in addition to shopping using coupon codes. Once logged in, click “sell” and list your gift card’s information on our site. Set your price so other people will buy the card from you.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 7, 2019

The more informed you are as a consumer, the better you can defend your coupon and get the best deals! If the coupon is for “Save $1 on 2 Boxes of Cheerios” and you buy two boxes, that is one purchase. Each qualifying item(s) is a purchase. You can’t, however, use two of these coupons on one purchase.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 3, 2011

Each day we will build on the prior days information. One of the most confusing coupons is the Buy One, Get One Free Coupon. A buy one, get one free or BOGO coupon, offers a consumer a free product when they purchase another product. These Buy One, Get One Free Coupons are from the same insert and same manufacturer.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

I think couponing has developed a bad reputation of being complicated and time-consuming when, in reality, couponing is actually quite simple. That means, don’t go buy your newspaper and use all the coupons right then. Is there any information you feel like you’re missing? Find a high value coupon.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 31, 2012

What I eat and buy at the grocery used to be my own business. Consumer Affairs reported that in 2005, CVS posted purchases made by holders of their loyalty card). As far as Gene Hackman in Enemy of the State – taking extreme measures such as living in a metal cage room so radio and electronic signals could not leak through?

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 22, 2012

Where to Buy: at RadioShack stores nationwide. Additionally, just after the second week of America’s Mobile Makeover Month by RadioShack, consumers have traded-in more than $2MM in used electronics. ” Check out Daria’s video for more information! Name of Product: RadioShack’s Trade and Save Program.

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Saving In Akron

OCTOBER 27, 2011

Here’s how it works: If a customer buys an eligible product at Walmart anytime between Nov. With no minimum dollar amount required, customers can buy the gifts they want from any department on any product in the store or at Walmart.com. More information is available at www.walmart.com/freeshipping.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 14, 2011

Where to Buy: online at UPS My Choice. Description of Product: “UPS is committed to making the on line shopping experience better – not just for shippers, but for the consumers who receive packages at their home as well. Delivery Alerts help consumers avoid the disappointment over missing a package they were eagerly awaiting.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Repayment terms: Repayment timelines vary for personal loans, but consumers are often able to choose repayment terms between one and seven years. You might, for example, be offered financing by a home improvement store when you buy an appliance. However, some lenders may offer terms of up to 12 years on larger personal loans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

Most consumers and critics have been placing blame on the automakers themselves. The EPA has a website set up so that consumers can report their real world fuel efficiency results. Keep in mind that 15% might not sound like a big deal, but for a 25 mpg vehicle, it’s a difference of 3.75

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

From farm to creamery to grocery store shelf, it’s a process that we’ve perfected to ensure our customers enjoy the world’s best cheddar every time they buy Cabot cheese.” The certification demonstrates Cabot’s commitment to environmental and social impacts for its consumers, employees, and its co-operative of dairy farm families.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 6, 2013

Each issue is filled with mouth-watering recipes, tips on making old favorites healthier, and the latest nutritional information to help you live better. This offer expires at Wednesday 03/06/13 11:59 PM EST EST. Today only, subscribe to Consumer Reports Magazine for only $19.99 New tastes and better eating await you!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2011

You’ll get the best savings if you use a high-value coupon that is offering a sizeable discount when the item in question is selling for less than its full price, even if it means that you have to wait to buy it. Grocery stores usually have a circular to inform shoppers of the offers that are currently available.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 26, 2012

Where to Buy: at Home Depot stores nationwide. According to a recent Procter & Gamble (P&G) survey, only 25 percent of consumers clean their grills and only 20 percent of consumers clean their outdoor furniture. For information on how to enter Rafflecopter Giveaways check out this post. 77 retail value).

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 13, 2012

Where to Buy: at grocers nationwide. This obsession to produce products of great quality and taste has been recognized by expert panels and consumers alike. MexAmerica enjoys great consumer acceptance and long term customer relationships in its core Northeast US markets. Name of Product: MexAmerica Tortillas.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Inform The Whole Family About Your Plans Tell them about your intentions of wanting to save. Plug those loopholes buy buying only those things that you truly need and use. They tend to buy just the stuff they need. Buying in bulk does not mean buying more than the amount you need. Creating a Budget is Easy.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 30, 2012

Where to Buy: at retailers nationwide. We are committed to providing innovative, high quality oral health care products to consumers and dental professionals. For information on how to enter Rafflecopter Giveaways check out this post. Name of Product: Sunstar G.U.M. ” Review of Product: I love Sunstar G.U.M.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

I don’t really care what brand my work-out gear is and I often buy things like this at Walmart and Target but everyone is different with this! For more information about the tips above and other security solutions, please visit Master Lock’s website at www.masterlock.com or the Master Lock Facebook page at www.facebook.com/masterlock.

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 26, 2012

I always feel better buying fair trade coffee, love what it stands for! Did you know that for more than a decade, Green Mountain Coffee® has been a leader in the fair trade movement, providing a better cup of coffee to consumers and a better quality of life for coffee farmers? The Colombian was a much lighter roast and more my style.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Where to Buy: Retailers nationwide, including Walmart and Winn-Dixie. Offering consumers all the richness and creaminess of BAILEYS® in a flavored, non-alcoholic creamer, BAILEYS® Coffee Creamers are unlike anything available on the market today. For information on how to enter Rafflecopter Giveaways check out this post.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 14, 2012

Where to Buy: at grocers nationwide. Description of Product: “For consumers looking for a tasty and convenient alternative to their brown bag routine, Hillshire Farm introduces Grilled Chicken Breast, an affordable new line of fire grilled, pre-cooked, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts that are ready in just minutes.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Where to Buy: at grocers nationwide. I love pumpkin and regularly consume protein shakes so I was excited to try it. For information on how to enter Rafflecopter Giveaways check out this post. Name of Product: Odwalla Super Pumpkin Protein Smoothie. And this smooth, creamy shake-up is dairy free! My opinions remain my own.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Purchase Information: RadioShack, BestBuy, HHGregg. Purchase Information: Ferrero Rocher® chocolates can be purchased at most grocery, drug and mass merchandiser stores. Purchase Information: *Kusmi’s New York City store (located at 1037 Third Avenue, near 61st Street). Purchase Information: www.amazon.com.

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