Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 6, 2012
Brew your coffee at home, it is cheaper. Medical emergencies, car emergencies, or family situations may arise where you need to dip into your emergency fund. By following the above tips, you can make these events less stressful on you and your family. It’s not a necessity. Nope, not a necessity either.
Saving Cents With Sense
JANUARY 1, 2014
Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Don’t shop hungry and if your kids aren’t helpful with shopping, you may want to leave them at home so you can concentrate on getting the best deals.
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Saving Cents With Sense
JANUARY 3, 2017
Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Don’t shop hungry and if your kids aren’t helpful with shopping, you may want to leave them at home so you can concentrate on getting the best deals.
Saving Cents With Sense
JANUARY 1, 2015
Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Don’t shop hungry and if your kids aren’t helpful with shopping, you may want to leave them at home so you can concentrate on getting the best deals.
Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 21, 2015
Was there a particular event? When we had our first child, we both agreed it would be best for me to stay home as long as possible. Nine years later, I am still at home! We are almost done with our 3-6 month emergency fund and will begin maxing out our retirement accounts. What inspired you to get debt free?
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 4, 2015
Was there a particular event? In January 2013 there was a blog post on Keeper of the Home that first awakened me to the concept of living debt free. I wasn’t comfortable keeping only $1,000 in an emergency fund with two little ones and just one income, so we didn’t follow that part of his plan.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 19, 2012
Start an Emergency Fund One of the biggest things you can do to help avoid disasters is to create an emergency fund. It’s not for paying bills, going on holidays or paying college fees; no matter how urgent these might be, they are not emergencies. Let’s look at some of these strategies now.
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