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Eco-Conscious Travel Tips

Shereen Travels Cheap

With their low overhead, (no seating, waiters, busboys, etc.) Walk or take public transportation A big percentage of travelers rely on renting cars or taking cabs when on vacation, but that’s not always economical. Eat at food carts Another way to save on meals is to eat at food carts. those savings are passed on to you.

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Cost of Living Calculator | City and Salary Comparison Tool

Savings Corner

Core cost of living data is from The Cost of Living Index – COLI from the Council for Community and Economic Research, or C2ER. Whether that’s a mortgage or rent, a large percentage of your salary will go toward your housing expenses. Where does the data come from? What is a cost of living index?

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The Best And Worst States To Retire In 2023, Ranked

Savings Corner

The housing market remains competitive, with high borrowing costs, expensive housing prices and low inventory. according to the Council for Community and Economic Research , which is an advantage for retirees on a fixed income. The state also topped our ranking for its high-quality healthcare services and low healthcare costs.

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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. We rent now and are much happier. People are surprised that we are in our fifties and renting, but it works for us.

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Frugal Tip Monday-Rent.com Ask What’s Your NEW American Dream

Fashion Without Guilt

With the housing and economic market at a all time low, many people have had to redefine what their American Dream will be. Here is the list of the GREAT Prizes for this Contest : Grand Prize (1 winner): Free rent for a year (up to $10,000) . Rent.com is asking- WHAT IS YOUR NEW AMERICAN DREAM ?

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Yakezie Carnival November 13, 2011- November Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Personal Finance Whiz: Keynesian vs Hayekian Economics – The Solution To Our Recession? – Two economic giants square off. They pulled us out of The Great Depression, but do they have any wisdom to offer us in our current economic situation? Budgeting in the Fun Stuff: The Dollar Challenge – 20?s

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Buying A House In 2023: A Step-By-Step Guide

Savings Corner

Whatever the economic state of the real estate market, buying a house can be an exciting and emotional process. Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing? Get started: Shop around with at least three lenders or a mortgage broker to increase your chances of getting a low interest rate.