Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 28, 2014

Those books, Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad, Poor Dad , Ecker’s The Millionaire Mind , Orman’s Money Book for the Young, Fabulous, and Broke , among others, became the catalyst for a brand new personal hobby… money. Money stopped being a burden and became a hobby, something I enjoyed and thrived on- literally. Money Tips'

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 20, 2022

I still use this simple tool for meal planning! Meal planning is the #1 way I save money on groceries. “MEAL PLANNING IS THE #1 WAY I SAVE MONEY ON GROCERIES.” I’ve tried countless other options, but I always go back to basics, and this one simple tool has helped me save hundreds over the years.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

When you are trying to improve your financial situation, one of the moves to make is to change the way you spend money. However, addressing the symptoms of your money choices isn’t likely to result in long-term changes. Instead, it’s important to figure out your money motivations. I love spending money.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’re sharing our top tips to help you save money when traveling without sacrificing a thing! If you feel like a vacation is out of your reach, these tried-and-true ways to save money when traveling will help you get there without breaking the bank! Some people see traveling as a luxury, but I see it differently.

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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. However, cutting these simple pleasures from your life doesn’t have to be the answer you’re looking for when it comes to your finances. Money Tips' The idea is that small savings add up over time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

A lot of small, simple changes can add up over time. Start with these 7 simple ways to go green in 2013, and stick with them, and you will not only find yourself living more sustainably, but you will also feel energized to tackle some of the bigger behavioral changes next year: 1. It saves them money, as well as saving the planet!

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Looking for ways to save money on groceries? How to Save Money on Groceries. That is a lot of money, so I plan our meals. The freezer can be an important tool to saving money at the grocery store and it’s not just for saving leftovers. Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

From a money-saving and environment-friendly perspective, this may be the most obvious solution to making room in your budget in an eco-conscious manner. Even simple changes in eating habits can be beneficial for the environment and your budget, like buying reusable cloth napkins or using a pressure cooker (cooks faster, with less energy).

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

For those looking to make money in an easily accessible way, apps provide plenty of avenues to consider. Here’s the scoop on seven free money-making apps. Cons: Making money can be a slow process. Cons: As with most cash-back services , you have to spend money to make money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 28, 2014

If you want to save money, in almost any area of life, it makes sense to work with what you have rather than trying to change what you already have. Likewise, many rooms can be freshened up with a simple coat of paint or new accent accessories. The gel cost less than $5, and in a year, I’ve only used 1/3 of the bottle.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

They hate spending money, but love to invest and make money. When you start to look at your money and the things you buy as investments and expenses, it will totally change your spending habits. For example, buying food and paying rent do not make you any money. It is that simple! Therefore, they are expenses.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Me in one of my money mistakes! We are privileged in that we both have good-paying jobs and have more than enough money to cover the bills. We don’t live super frugally, but we do live well within our means and try not to be wasteful with our resources. How did you get interested in saving money? 😀 4.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 28, 2012

Should I still risk my money? It took a long time, but the world recovered and recovered very well. By putting our money into CDs and other low yielding assets, we are actually losing money in real terms. This means our money is actually going down by over 1% per year. These are questions I am going to explore.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Even if all you grow are ingredients for a nightly salad, you could save big over the course of a month by not having to buy those simple veggies. expensive and B. not very healthy.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 26, 2019

When I looked back at the last three months, I realized my resolution for saving money was not on track. This is a simple system that will make sure you don’t spend more than you’ve allocated for a given category. I recommend choosing the category where you currently spend the most money every month.

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Teresa's Deals

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

There are many ways to save money for Halloween such as using coupons for the candy, making your own Halloween costume to going crafts for Halloween decor. Halloween Tips to Help Save Money. Halloween Tips to Help Save Money. I am always looking for anything that pertains to Halloween whether it be fun or saving money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 7, 2014

When it comes to money, most of us could stand to up our game a bit. That last point is a particularly worthwhile goal as worrying about money is a unique brand of distressing. Here are just helpful tips to get you on your way to better money management. It is about making sure we are being responsible and smart with our money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

If we don’t treat our environment with respect and attention, life on earth will suffer (both humans and the animal kingdom), simple as that. In fact a lot of the things you can do to stay green actually save you money in the process. Here’s some top ideas to save you money and ease your conscience: Waste Less Food.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 27, 2011

Well love is in the air and wedding season has arrived. Wedding planning can be fun but in most cases causes a lot of stress and for many costs a lot of money. Wedding planning can be fun but in most cases causes a lot of stress and for many costs a lot of money. Just under two years ago I too was at this very spot.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Kylie Ofiu is the author of 365 Ways to Make Money. She blogs about ways to make and save money as well as what she is up to at her blog www.kylieofiu.com. But besides the big expenses there are many ways being green can actually save you money right away. 1.) Make your own cleaning products.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

freerice.com is a website where you play simple online word games to earn rice that is distributed through the United Nations World Food Program. It is simple, fast and free; you help end world hunger and improve your vocabulary at the same time. You can help by donating money, tools or volunteering your time and expertise.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? At age 12, I started saving up my allowance and babysitting money to buy Christmas gifts for other children who were less fortunate. As an adult, it’s important to me to continue to be generous, as well as, provide financial security for myself and my family. helping out 7.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

But while it may be most well known for its convenience, it can also help you stretch your dollar. Try these four tips to save money with your Instant Pot. While you’re at it, check out our 10 Money-Saving Instant Pot Recipes to get started! Use Simple, Inexpensive Ingredients. Save Your Scraps for Broths.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Here are a few money tips to help you plan your back to school activities and maybe reduce that $600 per child amount. It’s fun for me and it saves my children shopping time and money. Use your card for the other purchases you make as well. Know Where to Get the Money. Related posts: Five Great Money Saving Tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 7, 2012

Well, this is especially true with your financial planning. Setting financial goals is an important part of planning to achieve financial security and have enough money in your retirement years to live the way you want. How much money do you want to retire on? You’ve probably got some more as well. We go through.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 28, 2014

If you’re frugal, you’ll likely take steps to save money such as not using disposable products like paper napkins and paper towels. She washed every plastic baggie she used as well as tin foil and other kitchen necessities to reuse later. Of course, this makes sense. My grandma was one of the greenest people I knew.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

When you are at work, it is very easy to spend too much money on food. Still, vending machines rarely offer healthy options, and they are a great way to spend too much money on a small, calorically dense snack. Well here are some. Many times offices are located close to coffee shops, fast food joints, and more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2011

Since we work so hard for our money, does it not make sense to care for it as best as we can? It is important to know how to manage our money effectively so that we can max out it’s possibilities. Saving money has always been important in our household so we have learned some great tips over the years on how to do just that.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 15, 2019

Making jam really is as simple as reading the directions on the package of pectin. There is no sugar/low sugar pectin available on the market as well. Other posts in this series: Simple Guide to Canning and Making Homemade Jelly – Part 1: Introduction to Canning. Ball Classic Pectin 1 ½ Tbsp = 4 ½ tsp 1 ½ Tbsp = 4 ½ tsp.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 9, 2019

The desire for something simple. Her main focus is saving families money through couponing and shopping sales for the items we need and would buy anyway. The post Simple Guide to Canning and Making Homemade Jelly – Part 1 appeared first on Couponing 101. I loved the stories that people would share with me. The nostalgia.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 7, 2011

In the current economic climate, many households are trying to save money. If you’re counting the pennies, take note of these simple tips: Energy aware: To help the environment as well as helping your wallet, it’s time to get energy aware! Even if it’s just a few times a week, it can help save money and help keep you fit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

One last word on refrigerators – save more money and help the environment by turning off that second fridge. Experiment a bit to see where you can reduce the temperature to; you’ll be surprised at how much power this simple strategy can save. Use the most energy-efficient cycles to save power and water, which in turn saves you money.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

But the truth is, we have the money. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. Dave Ramsey suggests in his book, The Total Money Makeover , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. 2 – Decide where to put the money.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 13, 2019

This goes for berries, as well as peaches. For blueberry, peach, and sweet cherry jams you will need to add lemon juice as well. Other posts in this series: Simple Guide to Canning and Making Homemade Jelly – Part 1: Introduction to Canning. For cherries, remove stems and pits, then finely chop. Standard Batch. 6 2/3 cups.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 18, 2014

However, there are many home maintenance and repair tasks that most people can handle, and doing it yourself can save lots of money while improving the appearance and comfort of your home. However, finding the source of water in the basement may be beyond your knowledge and well worth hiring a professional. How Much Can You Save?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 23, 2012

Knowing when to get help is sometimes difficult (will the help be worth the money?), “I’m going to spend a boat load of money today in a furniture store,” she said to him, “if you give us x% discount it will be in your store, otherwise someone else will get our business” She got her discount! Negotiation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2011

How You Can Save Money with Coupons. Using coupons is a great way to help you to save money, but contrary to popular opinion, you can use more than one at the time. If you’re not already clued-up on using coupons and discount codes, you’re missing a big trick as far as saving money goes. How to Save Money at the Supermarket.

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