Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 29, 2013

The savings are obviously far superior. While I wouldn’t recommend doing things that obviously need a professional, such as plumbing and electrical work, there are many things that you can do to save money on your renovations. Doing what you can yourself can save a ton of money. Five Home Renovation Savings Tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

This got me thinking some more about how to save money by downsizing. My fuel costs have almost halved with my nifty little new car, I have saved hundreds of dollars on insurance and it is a breeze to park! Downsizing my vehicle certainly has saved me money and will continue to do so for as long as I have the car.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

If you’re like me, you are always looking for ways to save money, even if it’s only a little bit each week or month. These tips on how to save money by greening your wardrobe will really help you to keep those extra dollars in your pocket. As the goal is to save money, maybe a combination of these two choices could be the way to go.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 29, 2014

Save the Drinks for Dessert. Save Dessert for Dessert. Split the meal and you can save on your health and your bill. How do you save when eating out? 7 Ways to Save Money When Dining Out Save Money and Time with Once a Month Cooking Stop Eating Out! Opt for Lunch Specials. Go Frugal'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2013

Here are ten ways that you save money while planning a wedding. You can save as much as 50-60% off when you buy these deals. In what ways were you able to save some money while planning for your wedding? You want the wedding of your dreams, but then you have to consider reality. Budget First, Plan Later. Go Frugal'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 12, 2017

You saved all your wrapping paper from last year, right? If not, make a point to save that paper this year, so that you can recycle it next December. Not only are you keeping landfills from overflowing, you are saving quite a bit of cash. The post Green Ideas to Save on the Holidays appeared first on Prairie Eco-Thrifter.

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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. The idea is that small savings add up over time. Cut out that $5 premium coffee from your weekday routine, and you could save $100 per month, $1,200 per year, and $12,000 after 10 years. Bank Your Savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

You can save money on rent, I know because we got rent reductions. Here’s how we saved money on rent. To save some money, we asked the landlord if we could start a vegetable garden in the area outside our unit. How else can you save money while renting? What tips can you offer on saving money on the rent?

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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. Simply by agreeing to receive the bills digitally, a person can create room in their budget and help save some trees with one click! Transportation. Energy efficient tax credits.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Even so, after spending hundreds of dollars on food on my trip to NYC, I began to look more into saving some serious money on dining for my next trip. I have a big appetite and love to eat.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 29, 2012

I know it’s not just blonde hair that is picky, but regardless of your hair type, you can save money by doing the following things. I’ve since washed my hair every second day, which I found saves me a surprising amount of money on shampoo and conditioner, as you are using half as much in a month. And is really soft.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

While this may seem like a big initial investment, the cost is easily paid back by the 70% energy bill savings. They degrade over time and they don’t save you that much money. The fact of the matter is, geothermal heat pumps are a great way to save money on heating bills. Myth: Geothermal heat pumps don’t work.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 11, 2014

One of the mistakes that we often make when saving is putting everything into one account. Chances are that you are saving for different purposes. You might be saving up for a vacation, while at the same time building up your emergency fund and creating a fund for car maintenance and repairs. Break Out Your Objectives.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

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. Using your own shopping bags can save 10cents or more when shopping. 1.) Make your own cleaning products.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2018

The post How to Save Money on An Engagement Ring appeared first on Prairie Eco-Thrifter. A one carat diamond will cost more than a.99 99 carat diamond even if it’s smaller or looks the same size. Instead of worrying about the size of the diamond carat, think about the way that it looks, and how the diamond appeals to you.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

While the cost of living in our new town in Pennsylvania is higher than we experienced in Utah, we are actually saving money each month due to downsizing. Now that we don’t have to pay extra for repairs or for maintenance, we are saving a bit each month. But you don’t have to downsize to an apartment for these savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2014

While most people think of eating out as a way to relax and save time, they typically don’t account for the time it takes to drive back and forth to the restaurant as well as the time to order, sit and wait for the food, and eat. How to Save Time on Cooking Day. Don’t forget the sometimes endless wait for your check.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used. Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2013

Here are the ways I found to save at Silver Dollar City. How to save on tickets to Silver Dollar City. Finding significant savings on entrance fees was quite a challenge. Instead we paid $180 – a savings of $136. How to save when you are in the park. Thirty dollar Thursdays. Pretty steep in my book.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2015

Finding ways to shop smart is easier in the current climate thanks to coupon codes, online vouchers, promo codes and deep savings in coupon apps. Below are some great ways to save, stay sustainable, and stretch your budget a little bit further. Want to save a tree? Paperless Coupons. Get online. Environmentally Safe Shopping.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Luckily, Las Vegas is filled with all sorts of ways to save cash. If you’re willing to stay a few minutes walk away from the Strip, you can save all sorts of cash. You can easily save $5-$10 on a buffet by venturing off the Strip. Related posts: Five Great Money Saving Tips. Patience: A Saving Money Must.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 28, 2012

Plus, green cars tend to help you save money on gas, right? However, sometimes a green car won’t save you as much as you thought. Consumer Reports recently analyzed 2011 models of green cars, and their “non-green” counterparts to get an idea of what is likely to really save you money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2012

So, when I started to consider the veggie garden option, I understood how it was greener but wasn’t so sure about being able to save money. Depending on what you had to buy before you were able to harvest, he calculated a saving of between $25 and $2000. Making your own compost will save you around $35 to $60.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

But did you know that Pinterest is also a fantastic resource for saving money? Whether you’re spending minutes or hours pinning photos of your favorite meals, outfits or vacation destinations, there is a wealth of money-saving knowledge floating around on those boards. Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Being smart and avoiding unnecessary spending can help you save money in college. Remember these five money saving strategies to stay comfortable without breaking the bank. Be smart at the grocery store and you’ll save more than you expect. As you can see, there are numerous ways you can save money in college.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp. Trepidation about having the grand-kids open a savings account. Six measly cents.

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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

NOVEMBER 25, 2012

In this article we will look at the pros and cons of saving and investing, as well as reducing debt, as a means of gaining financial security. If you are pondering this question, you probably have access to some spare cash; otherwise you wouldn’t be considering either savings or investment. What Is Saving? Save or invest?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

If your finances are tight and you already have several credit cards with high balances, it is time to change your shopping behavior to save as much as possible. We do this every month and it has saved us a ton of work and money. Do what you can to save as much as you can on your monthly food bill. How to Shop Wisely.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2014

This isn’t a typical wedding venue (more popular right now are barns, vineyards, and back yards), so we had no problem booking the venue in advance, save for a small amount of date reservation drama that was the result of a change in camp management. The fact that the camp has tables will save us upward of $120. Booking Costs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 20, 2014

We all put up with things that irritate us, sometimes due to general inertia, other times to save the cost of fixing. How much do you tolerate to save money? It does however, reportedly save on the electric bill. What are some of the things you have put up with over the years to save on money?

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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

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

The saving you make on your power bills could pay for the new appliance within five years, at average electricity prices. The cost saving on your energy bill would be $40 to $100 a year with a new, energy efficient model. One last word on refrigerators – save more money and help the environment by turning off that second fridge.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 15, 2013

I view each month’s bill – whether it be from the water company, the electric utility, or the natural gas provider – as a way to gauge how well I am doing in my efforts to both conserve energy and save money. Did I use less power than last month? Were my showers shorter? Reward yourself for a job well done. Go Green'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 11, 2012

Your local library is a wonderful resource when it comes to saving money, and it is one that many people do not even know about. For example, if you only check your email once a week (or if you primarily use your smart phone), you can definitely save money by cancelling your home internet services and using the library’s instead.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 28, 2014

If I’d just embraced my curls earlier, I could have saved myself hundreds of dollars and endless hours of time. 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. Go Frugal Go Green'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Here are some tips on how to save money on baby items. This can save you having to buy a lot of the basics and you can concentrate on filling in the gaps. You can often save money by shopping online so it’s worth keeping an eye on what sales are on, even if your due date isn’t for several months. How vital is the item?

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