Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 21, 2013

One of the keys to healthier eating — and saving money while you do it — is preparing meals at home. There are a number of benefits to cooking at home beyond just improving your health and saving money. But that doesn’t mean that you have to forfeit home cooked meals. Bottom Line.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’re sharing our top tips to help you save money when traveling without sacrificing a thing! If you feel like a vacation is out of your reach, these tried-and-true ways to save money when traveling will help you get there without breaking the bank! Growing up, we didn’t have much.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

If you are a parent with adult children living at home with you, you aren’t alone. More and more “boomerang kids” – those that left to go to school or move out on their own at one point – are finding themselves living back home with their parents. Advantages to Having Adult Children Living at Home.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

The post How to Save Money Fast – My Top 20 Tips appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. “The habit of saving is itself an education; it fosters every virtue, teaches self-denial, cultivates a sense of order, trains forethought, and so broadens the mind.” Still, the money adds up. ” – T.T.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 6, 2012

For the first six months that I lived in my new home, I furiously worked to make it my own with various DIY and decorating projects. In that time, I also addressed many of the small recommendations my home inspector had made in terms of improvements the property would benefit from. Kitchen Maintenance: Clean the refrigerator coils.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 8, 2019

Today we are going to learn how to go green, get healthy, and save money at the same time. If you want to save money on costs related to healthcare, exercising on a regular basis is a must. Make Changes at Home. Going green also means making efforts to reduce waste and the use of harmful products within the home.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The post How to Save Money From Salary Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Learning how to save money from your salary without sacrificing your lifestyle is a skill worthy of an entire course subject in the most prestigious of schools. So, what do you do?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Many of these items are just as easy to make at home and will save us money. In addition, the at home versions are often healthier than the store bought counterparts. These are just a few of the convenience foods that we make at home rather than buying at the store. Chicken or Beef Broth.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2011

*This is a continuation of a series of workouts you can do at home. *. As I mentioned previously, earlier in the year, I wrote a post called Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home that shared one of the workouts that my hubby and I do at home. Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home 2. Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home 3.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

You haven’t had time to pursue exercise and with holiday indulgences coming due on the credit card you don’t have spare money to buy a gym membership. How can you make sure you get the exercise you need but still save money doing so? Exercise At Home. Spend Money To Save Money.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Now we avoid the busy restaurants and lavish gifts and instead we spend the evening in the comforts of our home. Now we save money, but still celebrate our marriage and our family. 7 Tips Celebrate Valentine's Day at Home. My husband and I like to indulge on a adult beverage (or two) when we are dining at home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2011

*This is a continuation of a series of workouts you can do at home. *. As I mentioned previously, earlier in the year, I wrote a post called Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home that shared one of the workouts that my hubby and I do at home. Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home 2. Related posts: Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

*This is a continuation of a series of workouts you can do at home. *. As I mentioned previously, earlier in the year, I wrote a post called Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home that shared one of the workouts that my hubby and I do at home. Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home 2. Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home 3.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 18, 2011

Earlier in the year, I wrote a post called Skip the Gym, Sweat at Home that shared one of the workouts that my hubby and I do at home. Well, today as well as in coming weeks, I will be sharing with you a series of workouts that will cost you nothing and ones that you can do in the comfort of your home.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 27, 2019

But that doesn’t mean you can’t save money on home improvements, appliances, and other products designed to improve your living space. Home Depot provides a number of different ways to save money on products that can transform your house into your dream home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

You will see the positive differences close to home and will be able to enjoy the benefits. Look at applying these strategies in your home; you will probably find that you can influence your immediate circle of friends and relatives and possibly your local community. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

A few years ago, a Monkey Joe’s opened up near our home. It is super fun for the kids and we let each of our girls have one birthday party there, but this year we are curtailing those type of expenses, so the parties are at home. So this is what we came up with: The kids would paint small pumpkins to take home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

So often, being environmentally friendly and saving money go hand in hand. Here are some simple things our family does to be more environmentally friendly and to save money: 1. I’ve even read that some people wear long johns at home to endure lower heating temperatures, but we haven’t done that.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 11, 2012

Your local library is a wonderful resource when it comes to saving money, and it is one that many people do not even know about. If you rarely use your internet at home, you might want to consider using the library’s internet for free instead. Even small libraries can help you save money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 26, 2012

Choose Inexpensive Restaurants Choosing a restaurant with less expensive menu options is a great way to save money. If you go somewhere where the salads all cost $30, you’re going to have a hard time saving any money. Order Light One of the best ways to save money when eating out is to order light.

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Teresa's Deals

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

I really wish I had know about saving money and being frugal back when my kids where little. I am pretty sure I would have saved a lot of money and had the money for others things that might have been needed or wanted. 4 Free Frugal Living eBooks to Get You Saving Money. Chapter 2: Start at Home.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 7, 2012

One way to save money is to try doing haircuts at home. This is a great frugal tip for those of you who are wanting to save money on haircuts, though. Have you ever tried doing haircuts at home? Daily Frugal Tip: Try Haircuts At Home is a post from Couponing 101. Thanks, Shwin & Shwin !

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. Well, I can tell you a number of ways to save money on household expenses. Saving on Grocery Bills. Finish your purchasing from the list, go home, and think over it.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 26, 2019

When I looked back at the last three months, I realized my resolution for saving money was not on track. If that sounds like a system you would benefit from, read on for my step by step guide on how to use the envelope budget method to save money. Step 1: Choose Your Target Spending Category.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Being smart and avoiding unnecessary spending can help you save money in college. Remember these five money saving strategies to stay comfortable without breaking the bank. Skip the coffee shop and make your own at home. As you can see, there are numerous ways you can save money in college.

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Couponing 101

MAY 22, 2019

If your household only has one or two people, or you do not frequently drink water at home, a carafe or pitcher should suffice. Meeting Your At-Home Drinking Needs. Water filters can be a very convenient source of drinking water at home. The post How Water Filters Can Save Money and the Planet appeared first on Couponing 101.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

Daily deal sites can be a pointless waste of money when you are at home, but when you are on the road they can be a budget saver. If you have a Groupon or Living Social app on your phone, the app can detect your location and give you restaurant deals near where you are, helping you save substantially. Daily Deal Sites.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 17, 2012

If you are interested in saving money while still providing quality food for your family, you should take a look at these seven money saving tips. So, what do you do to save money on dinner? Don’t forget to enter to win an iPad 3 here at PET. Miss T: We do this very process once every two weeks.

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

My husband and I have four kids ranging from age 3-8, and I am a stay-at-home mom. Last year, to make a little extra cash, I started boarding dogs through Rover, and I am about to start a very very part time job using my RN license for a home care company. How did you get interested in saving money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Here are some tips for cutting your water consumption in the home. This can be a particularly good way to save money on your water bills if you live alone or are planning to take big steps to use less water in your home. You might be surprised how much money you can save. 5 Ways to NOT Save Energy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

In fact a lot of the things you can do to stay green actually save you money in the process. To me it’s a no brainer; be green and save money in the process… why wouldn’t you?! Here’s some top ideas to save you money and ease your conscience: Waste Less Food. Use Less Energy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 4, 2011

Here’s how to save money on getting around. Saving on Train Tickets. The latter can be much cheaper than buying at the station on the day so if you were going to buy your ticket this way, it’s worth checking the evening before to see if you can save. So, how have you been able to save on transport costs?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

Buying Smart and Saving Energy Even though other large appliances don’t use the same amount of energy to operate, there are still ways you can reduce energy consumption in your home when using them. The rating system also encourages people to think about how they use these appliances in their homes. Many of us are making an.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 1, 2011

There has been a lot of focus over the last couple years on why we should be changing our homes to be more eco-friendly. Today I wanted to share with you how you can be green in your home and at the same time make money. So, have you made any changes to your home to save energy and make money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 27, 2014

Running your air conditioning 24 hours a day tends to be more expensive than heating your home (except if you use oil), so with that in mind, here are some tips to help get you ready for summertime to reduce your energy bills, reduce your impact on the environment, and keep some of your hard-earned money in your pocket where it belongs.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Make a list of expenditures.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 20, 2022

Meal planning is the #1 way I save money on groceries. “MEAL PLANNING IS THE #1 WAY I SAVE MONEY ON GROCERIES.” I’ve tried countless other options, but I always go back to basics, and this one simple tool has helped me save hundreds over the years. This post was originally published in 2015.

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