Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

With gas and electricity prices spiraling, consumers are looking for ways of saving money. These days, consumers are much less likely to stick with the same gas and electricity supplier long term. When you compare gas and electricity prices, examine the various deals on offer from different suppliers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2011

As gasoline prices quickly approach an average of $4 a gallon across the country, many people are looking once again at hybrid cars as a way to cut expenditures from their budget and save money. The most obvious of such costs is simply its sticker price. How to Save Money on Gas. Conclusion. So, what do you think?

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

My found money in August was made up of a lot of little amounts and unfortunately, was not as high as in previous months. I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to not only help us get through current higher food and gas prices but also to help us achieve our big financial goals. Show me the money!

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 2, 2022

I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to help us get through current higher food and gas prices and achieve our big financial goals. Show me the money! Found money in September: $179. For more info, read: My Honest Review: I donated plasma to earn money! My Frugal Shenanigans!

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

The rise of mobile technology has led to another, cost-effective trend: money-saving apps. Here are our top picks for smartphone apps that really will save you money. Here are our top picks for smartphone apps that really will save you money. GasBuddy displays prices for the U.S. They’re even free. and Canada only.

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MARCH 26, 2012

Over the weekend, we talked about saving money on gas. Janine e-mailed in with a really great tip to help us save even more on gas: “Download the Gas Buddy phone app. Plug in your location, and it will tell you all the current gas prices in your area so that you can choose the cheapest one!

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

the prices and all are not always fun. Here are 5 easy ways to save on gas the next time you go to the pump. Fill Up Middle of the Week: most of the time, gas prices are at the highest on the weekends (not always but it is a common fact). So stop on a Wed to fill up gas.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 10, 2011

With rising gas prices, we are all looking for ways to save money at the pump. Last week, I asked readers if they were ready for rising gas prices. Many people commented their concerns about how the rising prices would affect their budgets and habits. Thanks for reading.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2012

As I mentioned when I first started this program, I was definitely curious about what kind of gas savings I would find driving the Prius and ultimately to find out if it would save me money by driving it. That is a HUGE savings, and especially as gas prices soar, I’m glad that I have the Prius to drive around in right now.

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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. Finally, use technology.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Staycations can save people money, but so can being a savvy vacation planner. Because so many people are looking to save money on their vacations, low cost travel sites have begun popping up everywhere—saving people money on their vacations has become big business. Here’s how. Discount Vacation Sites.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 8, 2022

I am very familiar with the store, its pricing strategy, its setup, and how to save and stretch my grocery budget dollars. I find gas prices to be higher side at GIANT compared to the member price at BJ’s. However, $1 off per gallon definitely makes the price better at GIANT. Do you shop at Giant Food Stores?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2012

High gas prices got you down? Wishing you had bought a new Prius or even an EV about a year ago so you could be saving a ton of money on those twice weekly fill ups? Don’t forget to enter to win an iPad 3 here at PET. Change your oil regularly.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Surprisingly, the details of the plan were almost identical to this year’s plan except for the price. Comparing the 2015 prices with what we pay now, I discovered that if we kept the same health, dental, and vision plans our health care costs would increase about $115 a month. Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 12, 2012

I was successful in doing that and have ever since looked for ways to save money on care repairs and maintenance by finding things I could do for myself. There are, of course, certain things that should never be done without a professional, but there are quite a few things that you can do yourself to your car to save money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2012

The email was adamant that pumps were overcharging for gasoline because the total amount didn’t really match up to the price times the number of gallons. As I sailed across the prairie, stopping at station after station, I kept my receipts and tracked the price per gallon and gallons purchased. Total Price. Actual Price.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 16, 2014

per tank (with todays gas prices), whether I like it or not. So, when I do gas points, I am just getting gas and some food/cleaning/supplies for the same money. So whether you look at the gas or food free – it doesn’t matter. The reality is you are getting them for the same money.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 8, 2014

I save money at the pump every time I buy my weekly organic apples! It was so easy to sign up and now when I spend money on everyday items I save money on fuel at Shell stations.”. It was so easy to sign up and now when I spend money on everyday items I save money on fuel at Shell stations.”.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 10, 2012

With rising gas prices at the pump, it can be down right painful to fill up at the gas station. for a gallon of gas, we know that it will probably only get worse as the summer rolls on. You can turn it back on when you are moving again, but sitting in an idling car is just a waste of gas, and a waste of money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

This week I have included some movie clips of the 10 best movies about money and what they taught us. Kim McGrigg presents Small ways to save big on major purchases – Money Management posted at Blogging for Change. Rosa Wilson presents Change of Address: 10 Reasons Your Gas Bill is So High posted at Change of Address.

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For the Mommas

MAY 24, 2016

With gas prices being low, AAA projects that 34 million people will drive to their Memorial Day destinations this year. Get Your Car Summer Ready and save some money by doing a DIY oil change. Save time and money by fulfilling your DIY oil needs on Walmart.com. Are you planning a family road trip this summer?

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Fashion Without Guilt

MAY 9, 2011

With gas prices nearing $4, who has the money for that family vacation this year. The consumers have spoken and gas seems to be gradually dropping but not fast enough.If Trying to Travel on a Budget these day, is almost impossible.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 15, 2011

Due to the recent high gas prices, he has been focused on researching gas credit card offers, most recently writing reviews of the 76 credit card and the Chase BP gas card. However he kindly reminds everyone that reducing your driving is the best way to save money on gas, as well as save the environment!

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Let’s look at where you could save a little money this holiday season: Christmas Lights. Although gas prices have been lower lately, hovering around $3.20 Start the New Year off right by making a commitment to save money and pay off debt. Photo by jspad via Flickr. Photo by Upupa4me via Flickr.

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Saving With Shellie

MARCH 14, 2011

I know earning money at home offers are tougher to come by these days. With gas prices on the rise, this might be a way to help your budget a tad. Also, My Survey is another “survey only&# company that recently began accepting new panelists again. Or use your survey income to build a rainy day fund.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 25, 2011

Summer is just around the corner and gas prices are already soaring in my area, so this is great timing! Head over to enter for your chance to win a $250 gas card from Save on Energy. Just pick the rate that’s the best fit for you and start saving money immediately. Save on Energy wants to help you save at the pump!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2012

High gas prices got you down? Can Electric Cars Really Save You Money? Even someone who does not drive. 13 Ways to Make Your Existing Car Greener and Avoid Buying a New One Don't forget to enter to win an iPad 3 here at PET. Wishing you had bought a.

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Fashion Without Guilt

MARCH 7, 2011

Check out FREE MONEY - My Dollar Plan. How to Tame your Gas Guzzler - MSN. . Five Expense to Ditch by Age 30 - Wisebread. Your One Month Guide To Spring Cleaning - Wisebread. Spring Cleaning Tips and List - Fashion Without Guilt. Can Your Ex Trash Your Credit Score - AOL. How To Save $50 a day - MSN. . Photo Credit-MSN.com.

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Saving Everyday

JULY 13, 2012

A few years ago, I made it my personal obsession goal to see if I could completely pay for our Disney trips with “free money” and I’ve accomplished that goal every year but once (I was only a couple hundred dollars short). tanks of gas for us to get to my sisters (we’ve made this trip 20+ times). It takes 2.5

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 25, 2012

Summer is officially here and that means that kids are home, people are time off work, and gas prices are up (yikes!). You may not leave home (or travel far), but you’ll want to have some money set aside for tickets, eating out, gas, and possibly a night or two at a hotel. Staycation Tips & Ideas to Help You Save.

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Fashion Without Guilt

MAY 9, 2011

With gas prices nearing $4, who has the money for that family vacation this year. The consumers have spoken and gas seems to be gradually dropping but not fast enough. Priceline allows you to go one step further and even suggest a price. Do the prices still seem too high? Bidding Traveler. Trip Advisor.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Thanks to all the ruckus in Egypt and the Middle East, gas prices have started to climb again… the timing couldn’t be worse considering how shaky our economy still is! But no matter what rewards a credit card offers, he urges anyone that doesn’t pay their balance in full each month to avoid them completely!

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JANUARY 15, 2015

These are gift cards I’ve earned through money-saving smartphone apps and Swagbucks. Fuel Discounts While gas is considered a necessary expense, we are still trying to limit how much we use (certainly easier when we aren’t running all over the place spending money!).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 18, 2013

The oil and gas industry still has well over 64 million acres of land that has been granted to them to explore on – which they have not even started using. Don’t believe anyone when they say drilling will bring down gas prices right away; it won’t. More drilling does not equal lower prices at the pump.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2012

Biking Saves Money Let’s say you currently drive to/from work each day, Monday through Friday. Given the insane gas prices we’re facing lately (plus, we’re headed into construction season which means a longer, more convoluted commute), let’s give a generous estimate that you fill your car for $55 twice a month.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2015

I realized early on that my use of money (overspending, shopaholic behavior) was tied very specifically to how I felt about myself as a person, and began to see that I used money to fill my unmet need for love and belonging. What are the top 3 – 5 ways you found money to put towards debt. I changed many of my habits.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2012

Besides being safe, not speeding can help you save money on fuel as well. 8 Ways to Save on Fuel Who of us does not want to squeeze a bit more distance out of each gallon of gas that we. How to Save Money on Gas. High gas prices got you down? Observe The Speed Limit. Wishing you had bought a.

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