Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 10, 2013
Every week between now and early May, I will be charting my progress as I train for my next half marathon in Pittsburgh. I store all of the gear, except for my iPhone, in a bin in our garage. Saturday: 5 mile run outside, run at conversational pace. Saturday: 6 miles, run at conversational pace. My Must Have Gear.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 23, 2017
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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 12, 2011
We can negotiate to get a good price on an item in a garage sale, or we can negotiate to close a million dollar deal. When negotiating, it is vital to put together your supporting facts and data, while anticipating potential questions that may come out in the course of your conversation.
For the Mommas
JULY 24, 2016
It’s not as hard as you may think to still enjoy a great life while living more frugally. One where you spend time with your family, have great conversations, read and get outside to do things that are fun and healthy. You may be able to afford a larger house, but that doesn’t mean you should live in one. Eat out less.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 5, 2014
The pattern seems to be that will have the initial conversation with the person (usually a co-worker, family member, friend, or acquaintance), and then I will see them again shortly thereafter; in one of my meetings with them after, there tends to be something said or done that makes a lightbulb go off in my head about why they may be struggling.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
This year may go down in real estate history as the year of correction. If a friend, relative or employer has offered to provide a down payment gift, initiate a conversation early on to learn how much they plan to contribute and if there’s any shortfall you’ll need to cover — and secure a gift letter from them well in advance.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 27, 2023
If you have an answer to all those questions, then you may be ready to start a small business. If you’re glued to your phone, Instagram all your meals and carry out most of your conversations in 280 characters or fewer, consider cultivating a client base of business owners who need help managing their brand’s social media platforms.
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