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Why I Use Cash

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Why bother going to the bank to get cold hard cash, when you can just charge it? hit the bank for more cash), you probably are going to keep close tabs on what you are spending. If you pay with bills, no one will know what you are buying. Luckily we were there and covered his bill. You have a psychological advantage.

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How to Manage Your Personal Loan

Savings Corner

It can be psychological, says Tess Downing, a San Antonio-based financial planner. When Downing took a home equity loan to build a pool at her home, she says she kept the loan money in a separate bank account so when the first payment came due — 25% of the project’s cost, Downing says — her everyday checking account didn’t take the hit.

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Why Use Cash?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you use your debit card, and sometimes even if you use a check, you are charged a transaction fee by your bank. I always just go into my bank to get it. Using cash is seems tougher psychologically. Conversely, if you are shelling out bills to buy something, it seems hard than sliding that plastic.

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“How to Start Couponing” Workshop in North Austin on July 26

Saving With Shellie

Here’s what we cover: Shopping Psychology – How to avoid common traps at the supermarket and the things that stores and product marketers DON’T want you to know. Extreme) way to save at least 50% on your grocery bill each month. You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank!

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TOMORROW: Coupon Workshop in North Austin

Saving With Shellie

Here’s what we cover: Shopping Psychology – How to avoid common traps at the supermarket and the things that stores and product marketers DON’T want you to know. Extreme) way to save at least 50% on your grocery bill each month. You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank!

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“How to Start Couponing” Workshop in North Austin on August 30

Saving With Shellie

Here’s what we cover: Shopping Psychology – How to avoid common traps at the supermarket and the things that stores and product marketers DON’T want you to know. Extreme) way to save at least 50% on your grocery bill each month. You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank!

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TOMORROW: Coupon Workshop in North Austin

Saving With Shellie

Here’s what we cover: Shopping Psychology – How to avoid common traps at the supermarket and the things that stores and product marketers DON’T want you to know. Extreme) way to save at least 50% on your grocery bill each month. You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank!

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