Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

What The Numbers Say According to the Energy Star people, the average US household uses 13% of its total energy bill on running appliances, of which about 8% is attributed to the refrigerator. The saving you make on your power bills could pay for the new appliance within five years, at average electricity prices.

Appliances 222

Appliances Saving Money Money Green 222

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 18, 2019

We ran the numbers of the purchase and they looked great on paper, but paper doesn’t account for a new server, a roof leak, unexpected medical bills, and other calamities. We engaged in many strategies to find extra money to put towards the debt: We cut cable TV and our land line. We were trying to be responsible.

Debt 100

Debt 2019 Financial Goals Emergency Fund 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

In September 2001, we bought a 1700 square foot home with a one-car garage and ONE full bathroom. We have thought about moving to a larger home with more space, but a smaller home means lower utility bills, homeowners’ insurance premiums, maintenance, and property taxes. My grocery strategies: How to Save Money on Groceries.

Debt 130

Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130