Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Gone were the days of having one bank account and only having to keep very simple records. You don’t have to contend with deciding which bill to pay or how to avoid a debt collector’s call or trying to keep the landlord off your back. Setting goals and reaching them continues to be enriching and satisfying to me.

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Savings Corner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

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Credit Cards Student Credit College 52

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Lenders typically like to see that you can cover your monthly bills, including any other loan or credit card payments, and have money left over after your new personal loan payment. Banks: Banks base loan decisions primarily on your credit score, history and income. Add a co-applicant. Pledging collateral is worth the risk.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Money Talks Coaching: Finding Your Emergency Fund – I hear you saying “I know emergency funds are important, but how am I supposed to save money when I can’t even pay my bills?” However, as a landlord, you are required to make basic repairs. Today I’m going to talk about getting those emergency funds going.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 29, 2013

Pay your bills on time and avoid carrying credit card balances, and you’re well on your way to an excellent score. Rent payments must be uploaded by third-party service like RentalKharma (currently free), RentReporters ($10 per month) or WilliamPaid (free when you pay your rent from your bank account via the site). Payments – 35%.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

That did teach us a lesson about home ownership: that it was something we were taught was a mark of being an adult, but really, when you “own” a home, unless you’ve paid off the mortgage, the bank is your landlord and you’re just renting. We rent now and are much happier. If we want it, let’s buy it.

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