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5 Economic Assumptions We (still) Make That Won’t Always Be True

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Hmmmm, in 2008 one of the biggest fears was that credit markets would dry up causing massive restrictions in banks lending to one another and therefore massive refusals to lend money to us. Ahem… , we all saw real estate fall in 2008, 2009 and 2010 – but do you believe that it is now on the rebound?

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How to Handle the Stock Market Roller Coaster Ride?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Do I have enough food, water, heat, light and shelter to last through depression like conditions? If you want to read up on that stuff, plenty of it was written in 2008 and 2009. This economic downturn is just the ticket to accomplish some of those actions. Share tips on surviving economic downturns within the family.

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Holiday Shopping Tips from Personal Finance Commentator Regina Lewis

Nicoles Nickels

Her segments cover economic and consumer trends. If you plan on attending a few holiday parties, scale back on your grocery bill accordingly to avoid food going to waste. Keep it All in the Family: As of 2008, a record 49 million Americans, or 16.1% Regina’s bottom-line: help consumers save time and money. In that vein, Ms.