Family Balance Sheet

JULY 10, 2023

Since April, he made over $800 by selling 3 old bikes, unused furniture, a college fridge, a camping grill, a TV, and other misc stuff. We are in what I call our “shovel season of life” Our oldest daughter leaves for college in the fall of 2024 and we have a big savings goal to hit before then. Ask and ye shall receive!

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For the Mommas

MAY 15, 2021

Sign up for free and transfer money earned to a college savings account or your bank account! When You Sign up for Upromise.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Building a college finance fund takes dedication and consistency. When your children are college age, they can always get a private student loan. Here are 5 ways to trim your budget for your child’s college funds. Look up the last three months receipts, ATM receipts, and bank records. Know Your Actual Budget.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

College Ave Graduate Student Loan College Ave is a good choice if you’re working your way through graduate school. Unlike many lenders, including the federal government, College Ave offers graduate student loans if you’re attending school less than half-time.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 25, 2012

It is that time of year again, you have your class schedule and you need to find books that are going to clear you bank account! A great place to find inexpensive used books is Amazon with savings up to 90% on used books and up 30% on new books. Head over to Amazon and search for the books that you are looking for.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Take them to the bank and let them see you make your deposits. Buy them a piggy bank and help them remember to feed it when they can. Also, point out any interest and compounding that happens in your (or their) accounts – maybe even pay them interest on the money in their piggy bank. Let them open their own bank account.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2011

Are you taking college classes currently? If you are a young college student and are excited about the opportunities that await you after you receive your college diploma, you may want to read this post very carefully. College is a great thing, but it isn’t what it used to be. This post was written by Derek.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 12, 2014

TD Bank If you have one in your area, this is a great program! Kids read 10 books during the summer, fill out the form, take the form to the nearest TD Bank, open an account, and TD Bank will deposit $10! Call your local bank to make sure they are participating in 2014.). Go Frugal'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2017

A smile or a word from a parent or teacher, seeing someone enjoying their savings, a chance combination of a happy conversation, a sun shiny day and an increased amount in the piggy bank – all may result in one child’s brain being wired towards the pleasure of saving. Over my life, I have been primarily a saver.

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Coupons Do Work

MAY 17, 2016

Bank Rewards – Check with your local banks and credit unions as many of them offer money rewards for good grades as well ~ so fun! Alpine Bank Pays for A’s – Quarterly Drawing. First Southern National Bank Pays for A’s. Zions Bank Pays for A’s. First Southern National Bank Pays for A’s. The time has come.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 30, 2015

At the time, I wasn’t sure how we were going to pay our monthly bills, so future plans like funding our retirement , our daughters’ college education, or a lavish vacation were not on my mind. Start saving for college. Volunteer more at the local food bank. Our Financial Goals: Pay off our non-mortgage debt.

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Saving In Akron

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

Bank of America – Saturday 9/3 & Sunday 9/4, Free Museums On Us days for Bank of America cardholders! The Home Depot – Saturday 9/3 from 9am-Noon, Free Kids Workshop: build an ESPN College Game Day Board. AC Moore – Saturday 9/3 from 1-3pm, Cousin Jewelry Making Demonstration!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 11, 2012

Or you could hire a group of orchestra students from the high school or college in your area to play for the evening (if they’re established they’ll provide entertainment for a lot less than a professional group). How to Have a Party Without Breaking The Bank Everyone likes a good party, right? What have you done?

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Couponing 101

MAY 29, 2019

But you don’t have to empty your kids’ college funds to keep them decked out in the latest fashions. These four simple strategies can help you find great children’s clothing without breaking the bank. Children grow like weeds. With these four simple strategies, you can save a ton of money on children’s clothes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: This is a blog swap post from LaTisha at Financial Success for Young Adults where she writes about budgeting for college students and easy investing for beginners. There are ways to build a green budget without breaking the bank. See my post Make Your Own Cleaning Products over at her site today! Go Digital.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 20, 2011

NYC Bank Evacuated After Taking Greeting Card - next time you go out to buy a card for someone, maybe avoid the ones that sing. How Much do College Kids Really Learn? should we be saving money for our kids to go to college? This is hope for those who were hit really hard with the recession. What do you think?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

You can get a personal loan from online lenders, banks and credit unions, and the funds are provided in a lump sum. How a personal loan works A personal loan is money you borrow from a bank or other financial institution with a set repayment period and consistent monthly payments. This could include bank statements or pay stubs.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 7, 2014

I was a freshman in college and I took a bus to Pittsburgh to see 10,000 Maniacs open up for REM. Speaking of college, I have a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in Marketing from Indiana University of PA. I bought it when I had a job offer after I graduated from college. What a blast.

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Saving Everyday

JUNE 9, 2012

You can load money to it anytime, so it would be perfect for, say, a college student. Add money anytime online or by phone, from Direct Deposit, a bank account or with cash! Think of it as PRE-paying for whatever your heart desires and getting a FREE $25 bucks out of it! NO credit check! Spends like cash!

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

Free Museum Admission from Bank of America – Bank of America card holders get free general admission to participating museums , zoos, science centers, and more on the first full weekend of every month. Bowling – Kids Bowl Free all summer long! Groupon – Save up to 90% at restaurants and entertainment venues with Groupon!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2013

There are numerous factors to consider when deciding whether to buy your first home or to continue renting – especially when you’re out of college. While you may not want to delay the first purchase of your home, you have to realize that a low credit score, even if the bank does approve you, will not allow you to get the best interest rate.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2013

Whenever I travel, I also take water (the result of an unfortunate stranded-in-the-desert incident during college). Financial contact numbers for banks, credit issuers, insurance companies, and others. I have emergency supplies in the car, including blankets, food, flares, and First Aid. Credit card with an adequate limit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

Aside from a couple of brief forays into non-bank type accounts in the eighties and one family investment club, my investing experience dates to the early 1990’s. We finally had enough income left over after paying expenses and saving for kids to attend college to start investing it.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 18, 2019

It’s also an opportunity to save money for college while learning a valuable lesson about hard work. If your teen excels in school, picking up tutoring work can allow them to put money in the bank while helping out fellow students who need a little extra support. For teens, having a summer job is more than just a rite of passage.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 22, 2014

Free Kids Haircut At Remington College. Recycle Bank: Earn 55 Free Points. . . . Freebies: Regal Cinemas $1.00 Summer Movie Express Schedule 2014. Colgate: FREE Bright Smiles Kit for Teachers. Free Mp3 Download Credit. Free Cesar Savory Delights Entrée to a Friend. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 28, 2014

Not long after college, a friend of mine gave me a list of recommended books. Seeing the numbers go up in my spreadsheets and bank accounts is enough for me, but maybe you would benefit from a more visual approach, or perhaps you can set mini goals and rewards along the way. I started counting it, tracking it, and trying to grow it.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

They’re taking a gap year between high school and college. ” Her comment was echoed by another (in real life) conversation I was having with a different friend who is sending a child off to college this fall. The cost of college education is crushing and many parents feel compelled to assist or pay for the entire tuition.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2014

I like travel, I feel it’s important to set money aside for retirement and my son’s college education, and I like charitable giving. An automatic contribution is made monthly to the local food bank, and I tithe. Then, stop spending money on stuff that doesn’t fit with your core values. must be paid.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 15, 2014

Free Kids Haircut At Remington College. Recycle Bank: Earn 55 Free Points. Staples – Free Bag + 20% off Everything in Your Bag. Colgate: FREE Bright Smiles Kit for Teachers. Free Mp3 Download Credit. Free Cesar Savory Delights Entrée to a Friend. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. FREE Minecraft Addition Worksheet.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 30, 2012

You could order one for vacations or even your kids (perfect for college students). You can load money to it anytime, so it would be perfect for, say, a college student. Add money anytime online or by phone, from Direct Deposit, a bank account or with cash! NO credit check! Spends like cash!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 4, 2014

Save money in a bank account (or perhaps a company retirement plan). How I Saved Thousands of Dollars on College Textbooks Start Small; Dream Big: Achieving Financial Security From… Imagining Your Retirement. When I was growing up, my ideas about money were limited. Get a good job. Buy a house, since it’s an investment.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

Perhaps you believed that having a large bank account was the key to a happy retirement, but wealth does not necessarily guarantee happiness. Research travel destinations, enroll in college classes or take non-credit classes in writing or art. Make a plan for your leisure time before you decide to retire.

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Saving Everyday

JUNE 19, 2012

You can load money to it anytime, so it would be perfect for, say, a college student. Add money anytime online or by phone, from Direct Deposit, a bank account or with cash! Think of it as PRE-paying for whatever your heart desires and getting a FREE $25 bucks out of it! NO credit check! Spends like cash!

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Vacation Debt Gift Cards Student 55

Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 3, 2012

I love finding deals, saving with coupons, and cutting costs, but the reality is that the real “winning solution” is to make sure that we save money each month for our future (college education, vacations, retirement, etc). And if you are looking for CDs, they offer several terms from 6-month to 4-year to meet your needs.

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Couponing 101

JULY 26, 2011

Did you know that: * Nellie Mae reports that the average amount of credit card debt held by college graduates is $2,700. * USA Today reports that the average college graduate owes about $19,000 in student loan debt. Thinking of having over $21,000 in debt after graduation is enough to make too many kids reconsider college!

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

How to obtain a home equity loan Home equity loans are available through banks, credit unions and online lenders. You can also visit a branch if you’re doing business with a traditional bank or credit union. Appraisal: The lender will require an appraisal to determine how much your home is worth or its fair market value.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

According to BankRate Adding up the Cost of Home Schooling “Clive Belfield, professor of economics at Queens College, City University of New York, estimates that the cost for parents who keep a careful accounting is about $2,500 for a family’s first child and slightly less for the next one or two home-schooled kids.” Children can.

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