Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

Sometimes we need to find extra funds when big bills are due but often it is needed just to make ends meet. Anything you now longer want that is still wearable and in reasonable condition can be donated to thrift stores. Avoid buying clothes on impulse, even if you find a bargain.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2014

Send them on a hunt for average prices then enlist them to help you find bargains or ways to reuse or create items instead of buying them. Suggest that they plan a philanthropic event to raise money to donate to one of the causes they care about. A hunt for THE egg with the $10 bill in it can become quite passionate!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

You want to make sure that you have a number of small and large bills on hand for change. This means that the bargain hunters are out at the crack of dawn. First, you can consider donating the items to a local shelter or thrift store. Some cities have regulations governing signage.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

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. I still think twice about spending money and I still shop for the best bargain. You have less risk in trying something new when you have financial backing.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

Heating/Cooling – According to Energy.gov, you can save 5% to 15% a year on your heating bill by setting the thermostat to 68°F while you’re awake and setting it lower while you’re asleep or away from home. Thrift : I regularly stop by my favorite local thrift store and find crazy bargains.

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

How would you like to have 5% of your total bill sliced off every single time you shop at Target? If you link up your REDcard to your elementary, middle or high school, Target will donate up to 1% to them for expenses. Check out all the great Target Deals happening now and save an extra 5% off these awesome bargains!

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