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Stay the Course Financially

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The Bureau of Labor Statistics does a survey multiple times a year, called the Consumer Expenditure Survey. One of the most recent survey’s available reported: “Average expenditures per consumer unit1 for July 2014 through June 2015 were up 5.9 billion in April, compared with $809.4 percent in 2009, the U.S.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

They are also there working with you to help you reach your goals; even those financial goals. When I was in Asia in April I was reminded that many people in this world aren’t given the option to choose. Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans. Family is there when you need a hand or some advice.