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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I love to shop garage sales. After you have identified what is needed by doing an inventory of what the kids already have that can be used or re-used and by getting together with friends, relatives and neighbors, you may be ready to hit some of the retail stores to buy the clothes, electronics, shoes and things. Get Rewarded.

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What Makes a Saver?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A smile or a word from a parent or teacher, seeing someone enjoying their savings, a chance combination of a happy conversation, a sun shiny day and an increased amount in the piggy bank – all may result in one child’s brain being wired towards the pleasure of saving. As teenagers, we may be madly saving up for a car.

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Walt Disney World Parking + What You Need to Know

Saving Everyday

There are three parking garages (Orange Garage, Lime Garage, and Grapefruit Garage) and several surface parking lots. Here is what was found, but I suggest calling Guest Services or asking a Cast Member beforehand: Near the entrance of the Orange Garage from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM. Parking at Disney Springs.

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Teaching Children to Sell Helps Them Excel

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You may have to sell the loan officer on your loan worthiness. Intentionally teaching your child selling techniques may seem crass and miserly, but based on the fact that sales techniques are required for just about each every day transaction, it makes sense for a parent to want their child to excel at sales. Want to start a business?

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Your Worst Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We have ‘game rooms’; media rooms; home offices; kids play rooms; dining rooms; The entire home and sometimes the garage or outbuildings are climate controlled for hot and cold weather. Our ancestors may have lived in tepees, igloos, one room log cabins, adobe houses, caves, or tree houses. My worst home.

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Repair, Don’t Replace

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

He built his own garage. At garage sales, are you attracted to those still usable but slightly defective items that no one else wants? Remember when trade schools abounded and more folks went to them than to college? If so, the new fixer movement may be for you! He made his own electric lawnmower. He fixed his own car.

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7 Side Hustle Ideas for Stay-At-Home Parents

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Sure, you may be saving on daycare costs, but sometimes it would be nice to bring in a little extra cash. You could teach non-native English speakers, high school students studying for the SAT, college students, and more. There’s no doubt about it: stay-at-home parents work hard. Etsy Vendor. Feeling crafty? eBay Vendor.

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