The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Growing up in a large family, we had enough, but with the specter of inflation and bad job market (gotta love the 70’s and 80’s) , there was definitely a feeling of needing to make sure you had a cushion. My parents were good at guiding careful spending habits without it being a burden. Why do I want to save money?

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Kids and Family Money Home and Garden Frugal 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2015

According to the article, 54% picked “having the ability to keep up with expenses and hold a steady job while not falling behind or taking on too much debt” There’s that ‘work ethic’ – one of our ‘middle-class’ values. Do the Rich Use Debt Differently? And then there is the media.

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Polls New York City Wichita Debt 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

You get married, have kids, maybe get divorced, or end up with the loss of your parents or spouse. As a parent, you want to be able to contribute as much as possible so that your child will not have to apply for student loans and go into debt. Ideally, that means as soon as you find out that you will be a parent.

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Life Insurance Financial Goals Insurance Taxes 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? In my life, my parents have always seemed to do quite well financially and we never suffered as kids. Even now, my parents are in a fantastic financial situation. We have more stable careers, we have no debt (other than our mortgage), and we own a home.

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February Debt Finance Personal Finance 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

It’s fair game if you aren’t going into debt over it and if you are still able to put money aside for emergencies, retirement, and to meet your goals. I know that this will make all of you luxury car lovers turn over in your graves, however, luxury cars are most definitely a waste of cash.

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Money Car Cars Laptops 184

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

” Managing Debt. Jeremy Waller presents Do You Have What It Takes To Be Debt Free And Financially Successful? You see theres a reason that the majority of people are in debt. Theres a reason why the average amount of credit card debt per household is $15,956. Here are 5 steps to painlessly become debt free.

Money 133

Money Finance Personal Finance Real Estate 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

The Debt Princess: The Kool-Aid Effect: The Relationship Between the Poor & Nutrition – A look into how the working poor are eating unhealthy. Debt consolidation loans help minimize the payment you have to pay, which was a huge help back when I was a broke college graduate. My student loans stand at approximately $22,550.

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

My hubby and I often borrow yard equipment that we use once in a while from my parents. Reducing Debt. Eventually you will have to pay off your debt and if you have let it get out of control, you are going to be in for a real surprise. I am definitely Tigger: always ready to try something new and very goal orientated.

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Personal Finance March Finance Family 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 18, 2011

We may have hidden fears within us about paying off our debt, saving more money, getting in shape, or eating better. Life happens all of the time- going out of town, a sick child, an aging parent, or a work deadline, and sometimes, our strict routine and plan doesn’t happen. Is it a chore? Is it something we hate having to do?

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Goals Motivation Work Budgeting 124