Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 24, 2011

Even ethical investing can be very relative as a term as it may vary from one person to another. For example, one investor may find it extremely unethical to invest in a company which is somehow related to a weapon manufacturing company or tobacco manufacturing company, whereas another investor may not.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2013

A financial advisor told me recently that the thing that really made him upset was that nearly every new client he spoke to was making the same disastrous personal finance mistakes. So let’s look at the most common personal finance mistakes and what you can do to prevent or fix them. That was me, at any rate.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 24, 2012

Writing out a complete twenty page business plan may not be a requirement for the average freelancing gig, but that doesn’t mean you should go in blindly. You may need to file for one of those as well depending on where you live. Do some research about this on your city’s website, it is well worth the time. Have a Plan.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 30, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: The following is a guest post from Brian at Home Insurance Comparison, an Australian personal finance blog created to help readers figure out how to properly compare home insurance options. The causes that may be supported can widely vary as you might expect. Closing Thoughts.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Picking a place to retire is one of life’s most consequential decisions — and ultimately, a deeply personal choice. You may want to settle down by the beach or in the mountains. With all these possibilities in front of you, you may not know where to start. Diversity, wellness and culture are other strong points.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Sometimes, as we shop we see things we would like to own and decide to treat ourselves with a gift or two as well. So, hey, I guess I can take the tax reduction next year as well as this! You may decide you don’t need or want the item at all if you push yourself to wait to get a bargain on it! I know I do. Other tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2014

In the personal finance world, it’s common to focus on all the small ways you can save money each day. You may have to wait a little longer to see some of your entertainment, but that’s a big savings that you can take to the bank each month. The idea is that small savings add up over time. Insurance Premiums.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. Use your card for the other purchases you make as well. Involve Your Child in Planning and Budgeting. What a deal.

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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. Personal Finance Whiz: Keynesian vs Hayekian Economics – The Solution To Our Recession?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that ran every Tuesday until today where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. It seems that so many kids these days have no idea about personal finance and have not been taught the skills on how to manage money for the future.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Corey is the author and creator of 20′s Finances. His personal finance blog offers great ways to save money as well as tips to plan for the future. While the movement toward going green may be closing certain jobs, it is also opening up new ones. We Need to Adapt. What do you think?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2012

While some of the results will be obvious, a few may turn out to be a bit shocking. While fuel efficiency is important for the environment, it’s as beneficial to your budget as well. Home Energy Saver. Are you doing everything you can to reduce energy usage and increase sustainability? Carbon Footprint Calculator.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 22, 2011

I hope it's not too late for it, I just planted it in May. Odd$ and End$ From Around the Web Finance around the web: How To Save Money - 1000+ Ideas from the Yakezie Network. Festival of Frugality at How to Retire Rich Ignore the Jones and Live Well at Bucksome Boomer Do those Jones' get you down? How dry is it where you live?

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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! It May Not Matter. How are all of you? Fighting a bout of money unhappiness? PET Archives.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. Well break down some of the ways to keep your data safe, and tell you what your liability is if your identity is stolen. ” Managing Debt. You probably dont.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

This can cause wastage, and this can be a loophole in your budget as well. Frugality may be hard at first but over time, it can become a habit. 8 Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Coupons Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

Sustainability Tip # 44 Shower Bucket – [link] @ SustainablePF We may just have to try this. #. RT @ wellheeledblog Carnival of Personal Finance: Cupid Edition | Well Heeled Blog [link] #. Festival of Frugality # 268 – Cheapskate Jake Edition – February 15th, 2011 – My Personal Finance J.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

You’ll want to think about your personal budget and net worth and what type of franchise you might be able to afford. As you might expect, certain franchises are more expensive to start than others — and you may need a larger investment if you’re opening a location in a popular market, like a large city. Foot traffic.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

It may even motivate you! It may be an inconvenience at first, but it will pay off in the long run. Increase Your Income If you are going to learn how to save extra money for a car, you might as well teach yourself how to earn more money for the expense. Ultimately, it is the money you could have saved to buy your dream car.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: David Bakke enjoys living frugally in Atlanta and frequently shares his best financial tips and experiences on Money Crashers , an online resource ranked as one of the top personal finance blogs online. Sacrificing Ethics. When you make a big difference, take a small celebration.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2011

Sustainable Personal Finance. Jeff always shares personal experiences about why he is doing what he is doing. With every tip their is a personal connection to his own life. He also blogs about multiple topics, not just personal finance, which gives his blog an added appeal. Canadian Finance Blog.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

And there are tons of other benefits as well. Saving on Interest You will be decreasing your debt as well as the amount you’ll pay in interest over time, which is a good thing. It reduces the overall time that the interest will accrue as well as the balance on which it is calculated.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 9, 2021

Prior to FPU, we thought we were doing well financially and never considered that we had too much debt. We thought we were doing really well. Our personal finances are so interwoven with our small business finances that we view them as one. But Dave Ramsey’s view of debt is very different. A guiding light!

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APRIL 1, 2015

After trying to extend credit to finance the vacation and we were denied (best thing to ever happen to us) we realized we made too much money to be living like this and something had to change. They call it personal finance for a reason, what worked best for us may not work for you, but you have to start somewhere.

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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. While we adhere to strict editorial integrity , this post may contain references to products from our partners.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

Attention, personal finance readers and gurus! Each morning, she pumped the well pump to fill a bucket with water to use for washing hands, drinking and cooking that day. Water was drawn from the well. You think you know the difference between a need and a want – right? Really, are you sure ? She lived on a farm.

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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. While we adhere to strict editorial integrity , this post may contain references to products from our partners. stars for 2024.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

If you’re looking to get a personal loan, you’ll have to complete an application and wait for approval — a process that may take anywhere from a few hours to several days. Repayment terms: Repayment timelines vary for personal loans, but consumers are often able to choose repayment terms between one and seven years.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2012

This may mean making some tough decisions to achieve the best results. The basis of any slow and steady financial plan is the household budget; in fact, a good budget is really like a plan for your current finances as well as for a secure financial future. By that time, you may have changed your mind or saved up the money!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 18, 2011

September was already going well and I ended up hitting the mark by September 21st. I polished off my naughty week by going to Chicago for three days and hanging out with the other awesome personal finance geeks. If you’re interested, the total came to about $12,000 by September 30th. Food at the Financial Blogger Conference.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 23, 2015

Consider not only the financial aspects, but the life enjoyment aspects as well. Too great a focus on money may well hinder your ability to gain true wealth (as opposed to monetary riches). Educate yourself and your family in personal finance concepts. Life really is a journey that you only travel once.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2011

Well, I signed up for 2 of the 3 I need to complete which are to take place this weekend and one other weekend in February. Well, plans have had to change. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us how they make healthy lunches from home and save. By May,the whole house will be clutter free and organized. Going Frugal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Well, we made it and here are some of the surprising things I found out about having a few millions. You may worry about what your heirs would do with your hard earned millions. I remember thinking about how wonderful it would be to not have to worry about whether we had enough to pay for the propane gas to heat our home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

It’s true that some may not be able to afford that trip to Paris they’ve been dreaming of, but they can afford to take their family on a vacation that doesn’t involve an inflatable pool in their backyard instead of a beach, and a Netflix marathon in lieu of a sightseeing tour. Your family may not have the time to take vacation time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

From insulating your home, replacing windows, even completely upgrading your heating system to something more efficient, the options are endless… Including A Free Option Heating may take up about 45% of your utility bill, but luckily, there is more than enough heat to supply your home, sitting right beneath your feet. As well as.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

Staycations are far from boring, in fact you may come to prefer them over the hassle of packing, traveling, etc. Ask your friends for ideas as well; maybe they know about local activities that you don’t. If you’ve got camping equipment, why not camp out in your backyard? He wants you to be able to do the same!

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