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Stay the Course Financially

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

’ While there is some macro economic sense in consumer spending causing an impact on the country’s growth, it doesn’t necessarily play well at the individual consumer finance level. We all are typically affected by the conditions around us, including economic conditions. Why stay the course? billion in March.

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Money Matters: How to Prepare Your Finances for a Recession

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As Americans assess their financial situations following a challenging year, several economic signs — including continued high interest rates and lingering inflation — are still warning of a possible recession sometime in 2023. An emergency fund is vital regardless of the larger economic climate. Prepare for the unexpected.

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Stock Up & Save With Pre-Holiday Grocery Sales | Kitchen Economics Link Up

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Of course Thanksgiving is the best time to buy turkeys. Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. I'll bake the ham and freeze for future meals. I think the best deal I have ever seen was 25 cents a pound, but the limit was one turkey per customer card (Boo!).

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Save Money On Groceries Without Using Coupons | Kitchen Economics Link Up

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Have an emergency back-up meal in the freezer or pantry For those crazy evenings or maybe you forgot to thaw the main course, have a back up meal to avoid take-out. Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. For me it is homemade soups that I keep in the freezer.

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Eleven Tips for Easier Menu Planning | Kitchen Economics Link-Up

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And of course, don't forget to check the Recipes Tab at Family Balance Sheet for meal ideas too. Welcome to the first Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. For me, meal planning is the strategy that saves me the most money on groceries. Do you plan your meals? How often do you plan?

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How to Save Money at the Apple Orchard | Kitchen Economics

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The orchard offers a corn maze, a pumpkin patch, a children's play area with slides, swings, peddle-powered go-carts, and a corn box, and of course, apple picking. Every fall, we head to a local orchard for a fun-filled day. While my husband and the kids are playing, I head to the farm stand to check out the seconds bins.

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What Is National Financial Literacy Month?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A greater understanding of, and familiarity with, financial markets and institutions will lead to increased economic activity and growth. Increased financial literacy empowers individuals to make wise financial decisions and reduces the confusion caused by an increasingly complex economy. Your children know that you are saving money.