Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2012

I started this site as a way of meeting some new people and having some interesting conversations and it has transformed into something much more than that. In addition a couple fantastic personal finance books are also up for grabs. The site has grown and changed so much and I owe it all to you, my readers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2014

Last week I was having a conversation with an acquaintance who just moved to Central Park Towers, a luxury building right on Central Park West in Manhattan, i.e. my dream location… if I had a million dollars. Considering that she too is an unemployed actress, and we were having this conversation at an audition, I asked about cost.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2012

In this article we will look at the pros and cons of saving and investing, as well as reducing debt, as a means of gaining financial security. Conversely, the price may have dropped and you can only sell them for less than you paid for them. What About Debt? A dollar saved, as they say, is a dollar earned. What Should You Do? .

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

” Her comment was echoed by another (in real life) conversation I was having with a different friend who is sending a child off to college this fall. But for our own safety net, we must make our finances a priority. We charted out our course of action to pay off debts and start saving for retirement. Is that possible?”

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

However a few years ago, we found ourselves with too much debt and not enough cash. Within a year after settlement, we found ourselves with a lot of debt, not enough cash flow, and very little set aside for emergencies. I manage the finances for our business and our family and by August 2013, I felt the weight of the situation.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

They pay off mountains of debt and scream about debt freedom, or maybe they save gobs of money in a record amount of time, or they have considerable success with their new small business. I interviewed several personal finance bloggers that have conquered their past financial goals and continue to challenge themselves going forward.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. ” Managing Debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 6, 2012

I'm participating in Women’s Money Week which is about encouraging women to speak up about money, take control of our finances, and reshape our financial future. It could be from the stress of unemployment, a large debt load, or the amount of shoes in someone's closet; money can be an evil force in a marriage. In my house, it's me.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

Broke Professionals shares with us a conversation they had with a friend about finding financial success early in life and how it can be detrimental. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us to stop smoking. Reducing Debt. I say, set your priorities and pick your purchases wisely and by doing so you can avoid debt for good.

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For the Mommas

JULY 23, 2012

Credit Sesame will help you manage your finances, and unlock your credit potential. Credit Sesame is a free online personal finance tool that gives consumers an easy way to monitor and manage their credit and loans all in one place and save money on debt. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Credit Sesame.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2011

Conversely, negative emotional states, such as anger and sadness, have been shown to have a negative impact on learning and motivation. Conversely, prolonged emotional distress can cripple our ability to learn. The more positive the learner’s memories and reaction to the event (emotional state), the better the learning will be.

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Saving Everyday

JULY 30, 2012

Credit Sesame will help you manage your finances, and unlock your credit potential. Credit Sesame is a free online personal finance tool that gives consumers an easy way to monitor and manage their credit and loans all in one place and save money on debt. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Credit Sesame.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 21, 2011

If you are looking to get your finances organized, you don’t want to miss this giveaway from Dave Ramsey, who has helped millions of people get out of debt and start saving. Don’t forget to connect on the Saving Cents with Sense Facebook page for more deals and fun conversation! ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Most of the conversations we had with each other over the three months was what trades to make and who was an early pick up. Retirement lingo can get confusing if you are just starting out learning about finances. Punch Debt in the Face tells us why no spend challenges are for wussies. Reducing Debt. He has a point.

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For the Mommas

JULY 28, 2012

Credit Sesame will help you manage your finances, and unlock your credit potential. Credit Sesame is a free online personal finance tool that gives consumers an easy way to monitor and manage their credit and loans all in one place and save money on debt. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Credit Sesame.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. Common real estate contingencies can hinge on financing, appraisal, home inspection and more. But the answer really comes down to your finances and life circumstances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

While your conversations and examples could encompass a wide spectrum of topics, there are many simple ideas that children can easily grasp and put into action. Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt. Recycling is a simple and obvious practice that children can easily understand.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 2, 2009

No Finances, No Fashion it's that simple. Budget being the topic of conversation, I am going to share some tips and programs that will help make sense of your money. Listed below are some programs that are great to help budget and control finances. Tags: money management monday tip finance fashion budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 25, 2013

She writes How Newlyweds Mess Up Their Finances to show just how important it is to have this crucial conversation with your mate. LaTisha’s post about How to Travel for Less as a Young Adult at Young Finances highlights how you can save big with online travel discount sites like Groupon’s new Getaways section.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

After that, while you all primed and interested in personal finance, continue and read the awesome articles that were written across the web this week regarding personal finance and enhancing your lifestyle. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! Take a moment to watch them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Money is only as taboo as the person who is holding back from talking about it dictates, and because I have no fear when it comes to bringing finances up, people with whom I speak about money tend to be more open. Many people are, and you’re not alone.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 7, 2013

Simon from Sustainable Personal Finance , my dear friend, will be managing the site while I am gone so nothing will change for my readers. I will have a great line up of articles for you as always, so there will be plenty of conversations and discussions to participate in during my absence. Do you ever suffer from debt envy?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

Conversely, if you eat wholesome meals at specific times of the day and don’t graze on junk at other times, your body will eventually adjust and not crave the junk. Paying a credit card bill in full each time and on time not only saves outrageous interest charges, it also helps keep you out of debt and boosts your credit score.

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