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P.E.P. for the Week of February 14-18/11-Planning Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A few years ago my credit took a bit of a hit. We found a system that worked for both of us. Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? Personal Finance by the Book tells us how negotiating can put us on top. I have used this tactic in the past and it really does work.

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Delayed Gratification: A Strategy to Curb Over-Spending and Secure A Sound Financial Future

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The consumerism of the current financial climate drives us to acquire more and more ‘stuff’, whether we really need it or not. Over-spending has become a way of life, cheered on by financial institutions and credit card companies, who want us to spend up big so they can earn ever more interest, at our expense.

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