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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I love to shop garage sales. If you know you are going to want to have a tutor for your child this year, use a college tutor. Check with your local college for students who are majoring in the subject your child needs help with. Rent Don’t Buy. College students have the option of renting books now.

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Stuff – Full Circle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We rent a shelter (usually), and it is bare! Some get stuff from stores, the less financially favored head for thrift stores, garage sales, Mom’s house or the trash pickup routes. Some get stuff from stores, the less financially favored head for thrift stores, garage sales, Mom’s house or the trash pickup routes.

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

Mise en place for a recipe Even in college, when I was living in a dorm, and had a dining hall meal plan that meant I could get whatever I wanted whenever I wanted it, I still cooked and baked. They finished around the time I was finishing high school, and then there was college – my sister’s freshman year was my senior year!