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What Makes a Saver?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A smile or a word from a parent or teacher, seeing someone enjoying their savings, a chance combination of a happy conversation, a sun shiny day and an increased amount in the piggy bank – all may result in one child’s brain being wired towards the pleasure of saving. Over my life, I have been primarily a saver.

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Money and Life in Your Forties

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Behind you are years and years of mastering the skills associated with your growing body; learning how to behave to get along in your society; hour upon hour in school being educated; days and months of becoming proficient in a trade or career; and seemingly endless hours of practical life experience at parenting and a myriad of other functions.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This past weekend I headed out west with my husband, brother, and his girlfriend to help my parents move into their new house. Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money. “The best inheritance a parent can give to their children is a few minutes of their time each day.&#.