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8 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You and I may not think twice about these transactions, but someone trying to steal your identity would. Don’t ever write your Social Insurance Number or telephone number on cheques or credit card receipts. Did you know that identity theft is the fastest growing crime in North America?!

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How Much Money Can You Live Off Of?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You would need to add in the cost of all necessary utilities like gas, electricity, telephone and water. Any housing related insurance fees and property taxes are also important to include. These things may make our lives a whole lot easier but they are not essential to living. Also, remove DSL and cable modem expenses.

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Are You a Cell Phone ‘Tech NO’?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’m Not Against Telephones. Today it is usually a computer generated voice trying to cause anxiety in us about our insurance or our credit or something equally unpleasant. Today it is usually a computer generated voice trying to cause anxiety in us about our insurance or our credit or something equally unpleasant.

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Be Prepared for Emergencies by Planning in Advance

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Keep an up to date list of emergency telephone numbers beside your phone and make sure all family members understand what each one is for. Understand what your household insurances actually cover and what is excluded. You may be stranded for several days, without power, phone or water, so make contingency plans for this possibility.

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6 Steps to Creating a Budget You Can Stick To

For the Mommas

You want to include all expenditures including, but not limited to: Housing- rent, mortgage, homeowner fees, homeowner insurance, lawn care services, housekeeping services, etc. Telephone/cell phone. Transportation- car note, car insurance, maintenance, gas, etc. Utilities- electricity, propane & gas, water & sewage.