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How to Get Somebody Else Interested in Budgeting

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I would then ask him to look at the computer and show him the savings rates that we could achieve if we cut back on this, or watched our spending on that. There’s something about looking at a spreadsheet on the computer that reflects a huge jump in savings just by cutting back on eating out.

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Things to Do When You are Unplugged

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It works out really well and we connect. As a huge bonus, cooking together saves money rather than eating out. Eating out is also something you can do when you are unplugged but it doesn’t foster the same connection, nor does it come at a low price. You don’t need a computer or TV to dream storm.

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4 High Impact Money Saving Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Cut Down the “Eating Out”. If you analyzed your bank statement or credit card bill, you would probably find a large percentage of the charges would be fast food or other “eating out” type expenses. Spend that money throughout the month, and when you come to the end of the money in the envelope, stop going out to eat.

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Easy Savings Tips for Busy People (Free eBook)

Couponing 101

Learn how to cut your costs on clothing, groceries, gas, and eating out. Take advantage of technology tools that seek out the best prices for you.”. You can download the Free Kindle Reading App to your Computer, iPad, iPhone, or Blackberry! In fact, this book highlights Couponing 101 as a trusted couponing resource!

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How to Ditch Your Expensive Cable Bill Without Losing All of Your TV Shows

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Maybe you have stopped eating out as much or perhaps you have put off expensive purchases. You might have even thought about cutting out your expensive cable or satellite bill. a month, you can watch all of the shows (and movies) that they have available instantly on your computer.

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Restaurant.com Coupon Code: $5 for a $25 Gift Certificate (6/7 Only)

Saving Cents With Sense

Another great way to save while eating out is to use a Restaurant.com Gift Certificate. We use them whenever we can to help us save while eating out. No shipping costs since you print them from your computer. Right now you can get a $25 Gift Certificate for just $5. How long do the gift certificates last?

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Needs vs. Wants

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Americans eat out 3 – 4 times a week on average, do we really need a fancy kitchen, when we don’t even do that much cooking? Personal computers. OK, I said a smart phone is a want, but what about a computer of some sort at home? Multiple vehicles. ” How many vehicles do we really need?

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