Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Statistics released by the National Association of Home Builders show the average home size in the 1970s was 1400 square feet; in 2004, this had blown out to a whopping 2330 square feet, almost twice the size. How long is it since you cleared out all those spaces where you store the things you don’t use very often, if ever?

Saving Money 220

Saving Money Money Saving Storage 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 8, 2014

We got by back then using open windows, fans and attic fans. Two car garages. With the two income household came the need for more than one set of wheels and consequently the desire for multiple garages. These are things which I believe many of us would consider wants instead of needs. According to Statistic Brain 45.5

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Phones Parenting Kids and Family Credit Cards 204

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2016

Last summer, in my annual ‘Grandma Rie’s Money Camp’ (the week long camp I have with my Grandchildren to help them learn about finances); we had a segment on selling and how companies sell to us. Here are some of the many tools used to convince consumers to buy. Presentation isn’t just used on kids.

Buy 100

Buy Buying Coke Garage Sale 100

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 22, 2013

So, make sure your car is in peak condition, and keep it out of the mechanic’s garage with simple, preventative car care tips for every season. Five people died of winter exposure in their cars in 2012, according to NOAA statistics. This site uses affiliate links. Spring Into Preventative Car Maintenance.

Car 101

Car Cars DIY Mom 101

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order. 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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Real Estate Re-use Podcasts Work 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

This is not something I want to see, so today I have a few videos for you that will dispell credit card myths, teach you how to use them properly, how to keep them safe, and how to make sure you should be getting credit in the first place. Take a moment to watch them. You might just learn something. However, times have changed.

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