Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2013

Taking on debt never has bothered me, because I have always felt that we kept it under control and no matter what, would pay it off. When you have low income, little savings, not much time to accumulate or lots of debt, you probably don’t want to be investing at high risk levels, according to Invesco. Set your financial goals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2012

The same can be said about finances – it is often the little things you do, the small actions you take, that have the biggest impact on your financial security, both in the present and in the future. Increasing your credit card limit is really increasing your debt, or at least your exposure to debt, so say ’No!’

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Kristen from My Dollar Plan reminds us Why You Should Tell Your Family About Your Debt. ” eemusings from NZ Muse presents Hybrid cars: a week in the fast lane. Dividend Winners on the other hand, focus on creating specific goals, and the steps to make them a reality. We should take a moment to refresh our perspective.

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Through this generous program, deserving applicants are awarded an opportunity to earn their college degree debt free. KC Scholars has been delivering on their mission of scholars graduating debt free for more than six years. Be lawfully present in the U.S. Be lawfully present in the U.S. Have at least a 2.5

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

The Skilled Investor , Editor Budgeting and Economics Little House presents The Five Tool Budgeter posted at Little House in the Valley , saying, “In baseball, a five-tool player is one who excels in some of the game’s major skills: fielding, base running, hitting for power, hitting for contact, and throwing ability.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Consider directing at least a portion of your pay toward long-term financial goals, like saving for retirement and purchasing a life insurance plan. Paying Off Your Debt and Expenses Life insurance is also important if your parents co-signed for your student loans or other debt, such as a car. Watch her story here.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is a guest post from Chris Peach. We sat down at our kitchen table, took out a simple white piece of paper, and penned out a contract to ourselves: It was our Get Out Debt Contract. We took that contract and we hung it up in our medicine cabinet as a daily reminder of our goals together.

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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? David presents Wired Capital Markets posted at Wall Street History , saying, ” Looking into the workings of modern securities markets is like looking under the hood of a Prius hybrid car.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2013

Dave Ramsey, America’s trusted voice on money and business, reveals the keys that grew his company from a one-man show to a multimillion-dollar business—with no debt, low turnover, and a company culture that earns it the “Best Place to Work” award year after year. See more great Amazon deals here.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

That may be fine if your goal is to preserve capital and maintain a steady flow of interest income. But if you’re looking for growth, consider investing strategies that match your long-term goals. In contrast, higher-risk investments are better suited for long-term goals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2014

By not dealing with the long term reality in the present, things inevitably become more difficult. When you overspend for convenience, you sink into debt, stuck with high interest credit card payments and risk of damaging your credit when you fall behind on your bills. Get Organized'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 28, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: This post was contributed by Jane Sanders from Debt Management. Visit her site for more financial tips and debt management help. The horseshoe shape of such a home, even when built with new materials, can save on energy costs because it presents the maximum amount of surface area to the sun.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

I hear people say, “how am I supposed to save for retirement AND raise my kids, save for their college, AND still enjoy the present moment?” We charted out our course of action to pay off debts and start saving for retirement. We still refer to it often to remind ourselves of our goals and objectives. It is a lot.

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Saving With Shellie

JULY 12, 2011

That’s why I am so excited to announce that I have teamed up with Savings.com and the other 2011 Deal Pros to present The Savings Pledge. We are challenging America to save $1 billion over the next year and we want you to help us reach that goal. Use it to pay down debt? Start an emergency fund?

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 5, 2011

Tis’ the season for everything wonderful – family, fresh baked goods, beautiful decorations, presents, eating fabulous food til our pants physically hurt (wait, maybe that is just me?). While it is a wonderful season, it is also the season of overspending, overbuying and debt. My goal is to help you.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2011

As some of you know, one of my goals for 2011 is to become a certified fitness professional. The goal was to be certified by summer. Plus, I am presenting at two conferences this month so I have to get ready for those. Moolanomy tells us how we can reach our savings goals by using virtual bank accounts. Reducing Debt.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Tis’ the season for everything wonderful – family, blessings from above, baked goods, beautiful decorations, giving presents, blessing others and eating fabulous food til our pants physically hurt (wait, maybe that is just me?). While it is a wonderful season, it is also the season of overspending, overbuying and debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

You don’t have the stress of presents and huge dinners to prepare. I can say though that by using a money management program you are more likely to stick to your budget and your financial goals. Punch Debt in the Face tells us why no spend challenges are for wussies. Reducing Debt. He has a point.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

The Skilled Investor , Editor Budgeting and Economics Paul Vachon presents Frugal Living Made Easy posted at The Frugal Toad , saying, “Frugal living is all about making informed and deliberate choices in how to spend money. Financial Planning Odysseas presents Forget Your ATM Card? Not so today.

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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. Broke Professionals : How to Prepare to Give an Effective Presentation – Presenting ideas, products and information is an integral part of being in business.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 25, 2011

Are you so far in debt that you think you’ll never get out? Reaching your financial independence requires the persistent setting and realization of many small goals, a lot of intermediate goals and an overall end goal. Getting there is not just about executing a debt reduction plan or earning passive income.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 24, 2012

You probably learnt about delayed gratification as a kid – you have to wait till Christmas morning to open the presents; you can’t eat the candy in the supermarket until after it has been paid for; you can’t watch TV until you have done your homework. When you have a goal like this, it is easier to stay on track with saving.

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