Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. Today along with the great tips from my fellow personal finance bloggers, I am going to share with you six ways you can clean up your finances this season. Little House presents Not Enough Saved For Retirement?

Saving Money 232

Saving Money Money Credit Cards Insurance 232

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

So often, being environmentally friendly and saving money go hand in hand. That’s good for the Earth and for personal finances. Here are some simple things our family does to be more environmentally friendly and to save money: 1. Hang clothes to dry. Use mason jar containers. Go Frugal Go Green'

Saving Money 191

Saving Money Simple Money Friends And Family Sale 191

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

While this may seem like a big initial investment, the cost is easily paid back by the 70% energy bill savings. They degrade over time and they don’t save you that much money. The fact of the matter is, geothermal heat pumps are a great way to save money on heating bills. What’s not to like?

Saving Money 214

Saving Money Money Bills Saving 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2012

Going green and saving money is easier said than done when going about it by yourself. But while independence is critical in the successful mastering of money management and sustainability, that doesn’t mean you have to go about these efforts solo. Related posts: How to Be Green and Save Money. Home Energy Saver.

Calculators 186

Calculators Saving Money Money Green 186

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Even if all you grow are ingredients for a nightly salad, you could save big over the course of a month by not having to buy those simple veggies.

Saving Money 189

Saving Money Money Grocery Groceries 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2012

While many personal finance sites focus on things such as getting out of debt, saving for retirement, and investing, what really matters to me the most is how we can live healthy prosperous lives. In addition a couple fantastic personal finance books are also up for grabs. Bonus Prize Yes there is a bonus.

Prizes 274

Prizes Personal Finance Finance Giveaway 274

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

To learn to live within your means is one of our primary family money values. Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp.

Money 124

Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity.

Green And Frugal 175

Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 175

Motherhood Moments

MARCH 14, 2023

With gas prices still high and inflation putting pressure on people’s budgets, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its editors’ picks for 2023’s Best Gas Credit Cards to help drivers save money, along with a new survey to gauge consumer sentiment.

Credit Cards 100

Credit Cards Gas Thrifty Credit 100

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 2, 2011

Regina Lewis is one of the nation’s leading personal finance commentators known for well-researched, practical and actionable advice. Regina’s bottom-line: help consumers save time and money. Regina’s bottom-line: help consumers save time and money. Easy as 1-2-3 Ways to Save This Holiday and Beyond.

Personal Finance 45

Personal Finance Finance Holiday Shopping 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

6 percent of households in the United States are unbanked or underbanked and, so have missed opportunities for savings, lending, and basic financial services ( according to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation). According to the resolution: Twenty-five.6

United States 202

United States Personal Finance Economical Finance 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Author Bio: Most other Bloggers in the field of Personal Finance discuss their “Goal of obtaining one million dollars” or their “journey to financial independence and freedom.” Broke Professional) about what we do everyday to save money, which is the subject of this blog swap. Saving Money on Everyday Products.

Saving Money 150

Saving Money Money Fair-Trade Saving 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Many thanks to Afford Anything for including my post, How to Save Money at the Supermarket in the Festival of Frugality . Also, thanks to Barbara Friedberg Personal Finance for including my post, The Pros and Cons of Choosing Home Exercise over a Gym Membership in the Carnival of Personal Finance #334.

Personal Finance 124

Personal Finance Finance Saving Money Thankful 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2012

Penniless Parenting hosted the Festival of Frugality – Life Stages Edition and included YFS’ post, Thrifty Ways to Save on Travel. Many thanks to Young Adult Finances who hosted the Yakezie Carnival – Mardi Gras Edition and included my post, African Safaris, Gorilla Treks and Blogcation.

Personal Finance 133

Personal Finance Finance Las Vegas Budgeting 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 6, 2012

We have all heard that age old adage “save your pennies for a rainy day,” but many of us never do it. Saving money can be a bit of a difficult challenge, especially if you are in a household that lives paycheck to paycheck like so many do. How To Save. Many people think that it is too hard to put money away.

Bank 265

Bank Banking Money Saving 265

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2011

My goal here at PET is to bring a wide range of viewpoints and strategies to the world of personal finance, living green, saving money, and being healthy. Derek blogs at Life And My Finances. He utilizes his collegiate degree in finance to help others around the world with their personal finances.

Personal Finance 124

Personal Finance Finance United States Debt 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2013

If so, bookmark SFB’s post about How to Set Yourself Up To Be a Financial Success When Starting the First Job at Simple Finance Blog. If so, don’t miss Mike’s post about the 5 Costly Mistakes Contractors Make When Starting a Home Remodel Project at Personal Finance Journey. PET Archives : Save Money on Rent.

Fridays 167

Fridays Finance Personal Finance Renovation 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2012

Many thanks to Canadian Finance Blog for including my post, How to Make a Relationship Last at the Canadian Finance Carnival #71. My University Money included the guest post, Insuring Your Car: Online Car Insurance versus Insurance Agent in the Carnival of Financial Camaraderie #16.

Insurance 150

Insurance Personal Finance Finance Debt 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2011

Many thanks to Canadian Finance Blog for including Marie’s post, Put Yourself on the Path of Happiness this Holiday Season at the Canadian Finance Carnival #67. Also, thanks to My Personal Finance Journey for including my post, The 30K Challenge: Online Money Bloggers in the Yakezie Carnival.

Personal Finance 140

Personal Finance Finance Money Lunch 140

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2011

This time around my fellow bloggers and I were to share our Best Go Green Method To Save Money. Please check out the different tips below on how you too can save money and be green: Nickel by Nickel tells us how they read green using ebooks over at Beating Broke. Well, there you have it; the 10th Yakezie Blog Swap.

Swap 133

Swap Personal Finance Finance Debt 133

Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The post How to Save Up for a Car Without Breaking the Bank appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Learning how to save up for a car is like learning how to save up for anything; it calls for discipline and a few financial tricks. Learning how to save up for a car without breaking the bank can now be somewhat difficult.

Car 52

Car Cars Bank Banking 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2011

Like I mentioned a couple weeks ago, my goal here at PET is to bring a wide range of viewpoints and strategies to the world of personal finance, living green, saving money, and being healthy. You have all met Derek from Life And My Finances who is bringing you tips on career building and earning extra money.

Personal Finance 133

Personal Finance Finance Green And Frugal Goals 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Canadian Finance Blog hosted the Canadian Finance Carnival #75 and included the guest post How to Be Green and Save Money. Lastly, Money Qanda included my post 5 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Gold in the Carnival of Personal Finance #348.

Finance 133

Finance Personal Finance Economical Money 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

Different members from the network paired up to post on each other’s blogs and discuss the topic of how to save money on everyday activities. Here’s a list of all of the participants so you too can read some of the great day-to-day money saving tips that were shared on Friday! It’s a pretty cool thing really.

Swap 113

Swap Personal Finance Finance Saving Money 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2013

Emily @ Evolving Personal Finance is a user and wonders about Using Upromise to Pay Down Student Loans. It’s definitely possible to save money while living a healthy life. Here’s how Team DINKs feels at DINKs Finance with their post for how to Save Money and Be Healthy at the Same Time.

Fridays 196

Fridays Finance Home and Garden Personal Finance 196

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

People across the country are reining in their spending and pinching pennies in a concerted effort to save more money. If you are one of these families who have eliminated spending on “wants” but still struggle to pay the bills or save money, perhaps cutting back on necessities is an option you should consider.

Phones 202

Phones Bills Money Saving Money 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Many thanks to Afford Anything for including my post, How to Save Money on Baby Costs in the Carnival of Personal Finance. Also, thanks to 20’s Finance for including Briana’s post, 8 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays in the Yakezie Carnival – Mighty Ducks Edition.

Finance 113

Finance Personal Finance Money Budgeting 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Major thanks to My Personal Finance Journey for including the post Saving Money by Trying to Live the Pioneer Lifestyle in this week’s Festival of Frugality. Please check out the other submissions as well as the crazy cheapskate stories they have to share.

Frugal 100

Frugal Personal Finance Finance Saving Money 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. 20′s Finances: Hiring a Property Manager: What it Offers You Real Estate Investments can be time consuming.

October 200

October 2011 Finance Personal Finance 200

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 6, 2013

Good Reads From The Blogosphere: No matter how tight your budget is, there are always ways to save more. Get some ideas in Jen from Money Rebound’s post about Simple Ways to Save Money. If so, check out SFB’s post on How to Find the Best Mortgage at Simple Finance Blog. Saving Money on Renovations.

Debt 145

Debt Fridays Win Green And Frugal 145

Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The post The Age Old Question: Should You Pay Off Debt or Save? Should you pay off debt or save? You are one emergency short of losing track of your finances. If you are confused about whether you should pay off debt or save, you are not alone, although everyone’s financial situation is different. What gives?

Pay Off Debt 52

Pay Off Debt Debt Emergency Fund Financial Goals 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Daniel from Make Money Make Cents writes about The Boom in Posh Pawnbrokers after noticing the influx of pawn shop shows on reality TV these days. Don’t miss Danielle’s Tips for Creating an Engaging and Profitable Website at Saving Without a Budget. 8 Ways to Save on Fuel.

Fridays 174

Fridays Airline Personal Finance Money 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. My University Money: Should I Pursue a Co-op Education? There were 56 submissions this week.

November 188

November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188

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? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. The Skilled Investor , Editor.

Money 133

Money Finance Personal Finance Real Estate 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Canadian Finance Carnival # 22 [link] #. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Carnival of Personal Finance # 295 [link] #. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Totally Money Carnival # 5 [link] #. Reading: "Does Home Photo Printing Really Save Money?"(

Personal Finance 100

Personal Finance Finance Green And Frugal Swap 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

There were as always a ton of great reads out this week which I have highlighted below: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Heidi at Personal Finance Journey has a great post about eating well but saving more –it can be done! Fighting a bout of money unhappiness? How are all of you? In the market for a new home?

Insurance 154

Insurance Fridays Finance Personal Finance 154

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

After that, while you all primed and interested in personal finance, continue and read the awesome articles that were written across the web this week regarding personal finance and enhancing your lifestyle. Thinking about saving money, traveling the world, investing in the market, or starting a new job?

Credit Cards 220

Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220