Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 19, 2012

50 savings really save you money after you factor time, tax, and of course gas mileage? Now lets talk about Opportunity Cost : Another factor to take into account, is the time that it takes you to drive to your local store. Sometimes the store deal may be slightly better. Does that extra $.50

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2012

I want to ensure that they respect their surroundings and the environment , that they are kind to others, and that they are responsible about money. I have found that the course of current events has made me hyperconscious of the importance of developing financial stability early in life. So, how have you budgeted for life?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2011

Now, of course everyone can make some extra money from time to time, but what is the logical answer to digging yourself out of this paycheck-to-paycheck life? This is only temporary of course. I think I can hear the groans and screams already, “But I don’t have any extra time! Waiter/Waitress.

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Coupons Do Work

MAY 17, 2016

The time has come. Bank Rewards – Check with your local banks and credit unions as many of them offer money rewards for good grades as well ~ so fun! K-8 get a 3 course meal including cheese, entree (chicken, shrimp, teriyaki sirloin and ravioli) and chocolate. 9-12 get a four course meal. that is IF you got good grades!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2014

At first, he may feel like he’s living the high life since, even at a minimum wage job, if he’s working full-time he’s likely making more than he’s ever earned in his life. I once worked with a man, Kevin, who at the time was in his mid-forties. Career Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: David Bakke enjoys living frugally in Atlanta and frequently shares his best financial tips and experiences on Money Crashers , an online resource ranked as one of the top personal finance blogs online. In fact, it’s easy to lose money in an attempt to be frugal. Losing Valuable Time.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

During the pandemic, I earned extra money detailing cars. I’m a huge fan of mystery novels and wondered what was involved in becoming a licensed PI in my state (a 60-hour training course and a culminating 3-hour exam). The focus was on saving money and resources and living in an eco-conscious way. Fun fact: J.D.

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Daughter Green And Frugal Money Grandmother 130

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2016

Drew works full time for Department of Defense. Farrah works part time for Department of Defense. ACTUAL MONEY PUT TOWARDS DEBT OVER 5 YEARS (because of interest during the 5 years) – $200,000. Once we got married we realized we have great jobs and a great income, but where is all the money going?

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

A few years back, I hit my all-time high by borrowing 126 books over the course of one year. How did you get interested in saving money? I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I When they got married, they bought a duplex so that the rent money from the tenant in the upstairs apartment would pay the mortgage.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2017

Current job postings for full-time and part-time opportunities. Use their money, don’t let the card companies milk you dry with interest, fees and extra charges (like out of network atm fees). Take care of it, and it will save you money down the road – on insurance, interest on loans, and more.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Smart money moves for your business Grow your small business with tailored insights, recommendations, and expert content. Even if you don’t have prior video experience, like graphic design, there are numerous courses online that can teach you how to cut and edit video using programs like Adobe or Final Cut Pro.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

My husband is an extremely hard worker as he works and goes to school full time. After that, we paid off the remaining $20,000 of debt over the course of 9 months. After getting my husband on board, we bought The Total Money Makeover on audio book and would listed to it on repeat daily. We sold EVERYTHING!

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 11, 2013

So after my lovely child went off to college to develop her own life (which didn’t exactly happen at that time-but that’s another story), I made a decision. In the tender years of my early 40s, I quit my full-time, great paying job, sold my house, and went back to finish college full time. A little.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Sunrise with my daughter at Lake Michigan Our son is now 15, and about 25 hours into his private pilot’s license, which he’s funding by earning money working for my father-in-law. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? Yes to both!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

A surprising amount of North Americans are not putting money away consistently for retirement. In my early adulthood, I struggled to save money and even had to open up an account in my mom’s name for which I did not have the password, so that when I transferred money into it, I couldn’t just take it right out. Found Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 25, 2013

I wrote a test for my course and did good on it so that has taken some heat off. I have another test next week and then a final and the course is done. Gosh time flies. I think that is pretty good with working full time and studying. Best Money Tip for a College Freshman. How to Make Your Own Clothes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2014

I can’t think of a time in my adult life when I haven’t been fully immersed in a full-time job or career, while also making income on the side. My first side hustle was a part-time job at the local mall where I held my full-time day job. She offered me a few hours a week, and I accepted on the spot.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2013

Prior to that, I had a steady babysitting gig which provided me with enough spending money each week to enjoy weekends with my friends at the movie theater and purchase the occasional cute new top and tube of lip gloss. Having a job taught me responsibility, money management skills, and the value of a dollar.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 27, 2013

There is nothing more relaxing than spending time in nature on a hopefully hot and sunny summer weekend. This week I started an evening course at one of the universities here. It helps take some pressure off that is for sure especially when I am still working full time while taking this course. What are you up to?

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 13, 2016

because when the item goes on ‘sale’ , you automatically thinking you are saving money (which you are) but in reality that is the actual price of the item! ( of course no discount hahaha. At most retail stores they do this (i.e. Justice, Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s.etc.). see info here ). JCPenney is no different.

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