Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 3, 2017

1) When was the last time you comparison shopped for insurance? A cold call from a local family owned insurance business in February resulted in us saving $200 a year with our homeowners insurance and $600 a year with our business’ building insurance for the same coverage. Do you use Ebates?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 6, 2014

The sales tax, plus the ongoing higher property tax and insurance are really turning him off – and the van does fine if we drive it locally or just for a few hours to the lake. Really think about the extra insurance. I’ll take a look at insurance this time, but probably still won’t purchase it.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. For more information, please see our Insurance Disclosure. At a glance BEST HOME INSURANCE COMPANY OVERALL (TIE) 4.1

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Koupon Karen

JANUARY 31, 2024

Here are some of the tips you can use to check for experience and expertise: Review a portfolio of the contractor to gauge past projects Assess their ability and proficiency in handling different paver materials, designs, and project scales. It is also essential to check if the contractor has insurance coverage.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 16, 2014

If you do decide to purchase a used vehicle, obtain a Carfax report and have a mechanic you trust look over the auto. Take the time to look over the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) top safety picks before settling on a vehicle for your teen. Know the Insurance Costs. This site uses affiliate links.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Discount Vacation Sites. 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. The big names in discount travel sites come to mind when hopeful vacationers begin their cost search. Outdoor Fun.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 1, 2012

One specific niche site I own discusses the topic of paid surveys online. I started this website after having experienced success with paid surveys myself (I talk about my specific exposure and experience with the world of paid surveys on my niche site). This is how your opinions / responses to the surveys are used.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 4, 2014

For those planning a wedding, with all the organizing, the first thing on your mind may not be insurance, but that is why the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) created the Insurance Survival Guide for Newlyweds. Home: How many of us really know how much ‘stuff’ we own? This site uses affiliate links.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2014

One of the biggest travel trends in recent memory is the use of Airbnb. If you are looking for a reasonably-priced place to stay when you travel, you can find what you are looking for by visiting the Airbnb web site. You can also make money when you rent a room or your whole apartment or house using Airbnb. Protect Yourself.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2013

More board stuff, ugh, and I have a ton to do with the site- postings, comments, email responses. If you’re in the market for new insurance, make sure to read Deanne’s post about how much life insurance you need at Brighter Life. How to re-use common items. I do have a ton to catch up on this weekend though.

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Fridays Life Insurance Insurance Consumerism 165

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 4, 2013

I mentioned the other day that our family now uses essential oils for a variety of ailments and that they actually SAVE us money! Well, I wanted to give you all a few specific examples of how you can save money using these essential oils. And that is with insurance! Without insurance, the costs will be much higher.

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

She was shocked that books cost that much (and that year, the teachers did not want ‘used’ books— I was also a music major too. ). If you are in the field of computer programming, you can use some of that free software to submit your entry to Microsoft’s ImagineCup , a global student technology competition.

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Saving In Akron

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

The site also has an assortment of top quality lunch boxes, cookware, and water bottles, and this deal can be used towards anything featured. You'll find plastic, glass, or ceramic food storage containers, perfect for all your leftover needs and for packing up food on the go.

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Therapy can be on the more expensive end of things, but if you can find someone who is in your insurance network, it can be affordable. Also, I’ve heard good things about the affordability of online therapy, such as what is offered through sites like Better Help. To get the most out of therapy: show up on time!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Use Up Existing Resources. Discontinue Insurance. Since she could no longer afford to pay it, she stopped the home insurance and stopped using the cars she inherited (also free and clear). She is on the low income payment plan for electricity and uses her Social Security check to pay that and the water bill.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 18, 2012

You can actually get a head start on these goals by putting to use a few price comparison sites like Comparethemarket.com , www.nextag.com, www.pricegrabber.com, and others. What These Sites Do. You will want to check back with this site periodically, as many of these service providers do change their rates regularly.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2011

Here are 10 quick tricks you can use to start maximizing your money and saving more. Use the internet: The internet today has a plethora of information on it. The internet works great for things like insurance management, loan and finance management, as well as goods for the home. One of my favourite sites is Amazon.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

We are celebrating this milestone by giving the site a fresh new look along with having a great giveaway… One lucky member will win $10,000! On behalf of everybody at Mr. Rebates, thank you for helping us grow and we look forward to continued success! Feel free to poke around the new Mr. Rebates site below.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2013

After 7 years of renting it to vacationers on a nightly basis, and using it occasionally ourselves, I have decided to let a local company lease it on a yearly basis. Leasing your condo instead of trying to sell it will allow you to wait out the bad market while giving you a break from the rigors of nightly rentals and personal use.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

All credit scoring services look at the same financial information, such as: Your account payment history Credit utilization percentage Number of accounts used or opened Negative credit issues All this information is collated, and an algorithm derives your credit score from it. As mentioned, Credit Karma uses TransUnion and Equifax.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

Cars represent a significant chunk of your budget, with car payments, repairs, maintenance, insurance, and gas. As tempted as you are to jump into an expensive, new car to celebrate that high paying job you just got, consider going with a used or a certified pre-owned car. You avoid a large chunk of deprecation if you purchase used.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Don’t disclose your credit card number to an online vendor unless it is encrypted and the site is secure. Don’t ever write your Social Insurance Number or telephone number on cheques or credit card receipts. Use this same principle if you ever have to send your computer away to get repaired.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 13, 2013

Opt for insurance. Insurance of some sort is needed for a vacation such as this. Your personal insurance agent can help you with this and combined with the insurance you already have, you can usually get away paying a very small price. Use the envelope system. This site uses affiliate links.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 4, 2013

As many of us are shopping this holiday season, we will pull out our credit card over and over again to make the purchase. I tend to use only my credit card instead of debit card when shopping online, and use it a lot. It is very easy to do, but often times I forget to keep tabs on my credit card. Tis the season!

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

They’re quality time spent together without the distractions of household responsibilities, work, school, and everything else life throws at us. When our kids were younger, we used to go camping at state parks, and they thought it was the best thing ever! Never get insurance through the rental car company if you rent a car.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 19, 2013

Eliminate What You’re Not Using or Don’t Need. To ensure you’re not bleeding too much cash unnecessarily on Internet bills, utility bills or insurance premiums, you may want to do a yearly audit on all of these items. Reduce Your Energy Used. This site uses affiliate links. All rights reserved.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 4, 2014

Take out a life insurance policy. Options like Suncorp, in Australia, allow you to compare insurance options to provide the best for your child. You will save money using reusable diapers even after energy costs come into play. This site uses affiliate links. Prepare for the worst. Set up a trust.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Place white chocolate chips in a zippered sandwich bag and microwave for 45 seconds to melt, then knead to insure they are fully melted. This site uses affiliate links. Shake off excess and place on prepared sheet. Place in refrigerator for 15 minutes. Clip tiny bit of corner to pipe.Drizzle across strawberries to decorate.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 27, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Mike runs a site for credit card reviews and talk, CreditCardForum.com. Although he does advertise things like credit card bonus offers on his site, he stresses the importance of thinking them through in advance. Question #4: How much will I use it? Or if it’s a gadget that will soon be outdated?

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Read on for strategies we use that really work! From an early age, my Dad instilled in us the value of hard work and living within your means. I vividly remember him saving his change all year and having us kids roll it for vacation. Cancel everything you don’t use. For example, are you using that gym membership?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

More than a quarter of single parents surveyed (28%) say they’d let others raise money on a crowdfunding site to provide for their children. Only half say they’ve purchased life insurance to protect their children’s financial future if someone else had to take care of them. That works out to about $4 a week.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 31, 2011

Visit her site for information about the average environmental engineer salary and pay information for other popular careers. Your neighbors may complain – they take awhile to get used to. Permits, maintenance, and insurance, all become part of a complex, decision matrix. However, the key is payback on your investment.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 20, 2012

House Swap You can find several house swap sites online that put people, who are interested in house swapping, in touch with each other. Many of these sites charge a registration fee, which in some cases, is quite high. However, by using such a company, you do have some protection against being harassed by non-genuine people.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 24, 2013

Any of these 4 capabilities – NFC, QR code, web address or phone number – can be used to immediately and safely access a pet’s critical data, including multiple emergency contact phone numbers, critical medications, license and rabies tag information, microchip number, vaccinations, pet medical insurance status, and much more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Men use shavers, razors, hair cremes, hair removal (for the face, back, nose, etc) as well as the soaps, deodorants, shampoos and conditioners, mouth rinses and tooth cleaning products. I also thought it wise to whiten my teeth once a year – using the over the counter whitening strips – at a cost of $45 – $35 dollars a year.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 19, 2011

I am a semi Tech NO (someone who deliberately chooses to not use technology like cell phones). People look down on us. People get mad at us for not being instantly available. Mind you, I do have a land line – which used to be a pleasant experience. Maybe someday I will get and use a cell phone. Am I Out of Step?

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 30, 2014

The 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander is one of only four vehicles in the ‘Small SUV’ category to receive the highest “Top Safety Pick+” designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in crash testing evaluations. A staggering 73% of all child safety seats are either installed or used incorrectly.

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