Motherhood Moments

MARCH 14, 2023

With gas prices still high and inflation putting pressure on people’s budgets, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its editors’ picks for 2023’s Best Gas Credit Cards to help drivers save money, along with a new survey to gauge consumer sentiment. Pump Pain: 15% of people say high gas prices are worse than food inflation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

What The Numbers Say According to the Energy Star people, the average US household uses 13% of its total energy bill on running appliances, of which about 8% is attributed to the refrigerator. The saving you make on your power bills could pay for the new appliance within five years, at average electricity prices.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 25, 2023

As consumers continue to navigate through the uncertainty of the financial climate, alongside the rising cost of groceries, rent/mortgage payments, and household bills, budgets remain tighter than ever.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Bureau of Labor Statistics, the largest bill consumers pay each month is for housing. According to the BLS, transportation is the second-largest expense consumers have. According to the latest BLS data, consumers average over $8,000 per year on food expenses. What is the breakdown of the cost of living?

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

For example, consume fewer calories than you need, and you will burn fat and lose weight, but consume more than you need, and you will gain weight. For example, if your grocery bill doubles overnight, you’ve got a readymade excuse for quitting your new eating plan. They certainly won’t help you lose weight faster.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 26, 2022

As was the case heading into 2022, inflation is a big concern for consumers heading into 2023.” This is actually the second straight year in which more than three-quarters of people said their spending on January 1 festivities would decline year over year,” said Jill Gonzalez, WalletHub analyst. “As

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

Well according to the bill’s sponsors, in the resolution presented to and passed by the 112 th Congress this March, we have a lot of issues to solve. Why do we need it? According to the resolution: Twenty-five.6 Your children know that you are saving money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2014

With the rash of data breaches at some of the major retailers in the past years, consumers are becoming more wary of flashing their debit and credit cards at brick and mortar stores when they could be using cash. Conversely, if you are shelling out bills to buy something, it seems hard than sliding that plastic.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

We generally don’t have a lot of medical bills–just the usual stuff like annual physicals, some blood work, and an occasional sick visit. With my husband’s encouragement, we decided to focus on our daughter’s recovery and healing and we would deal with the medical bills when the time came.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

If you are one of these families who have eliminated spending on “wants” but still struggle to pay the bills or save money, perhaps cutting back on necessities is an option you should consider. The average American household consumes more and more meat every year and prices are skyrocketing. Most importantly, reduce food waste.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

With gas and electricity prices spiraling, consumers are looking for ways of saving money. As well as establishing an energy saving regime in the home which can reduce the average fuel bill by up to £250 according to the Government it is worth shopping around to compare electricity prices and the cost of gas to get the best deal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 22, 2021

When faced with a financial emergency it can seem like an impossible task to better your finances, especially when it comes to paying off bills and other important surprise payments. Though this may seem like a time consuming additional step when faced with a financial emergency, this will aid you in reducing the cost with ease.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Listed below are the 5 best measures you can take in order to conserve energy and save on monthly electricity bills. And while it is true that laptops are more energy-efficient than conventional desktops, the former can actually consume more energy in circumstances. So, what to do? Cut Down Screen Time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2014

After realizing a financial mistake, like miscalculating a debt or failing to plan for a bill, and then beating yourself up on top of that financial stress, you’ll probably want to do something to make yourself feel better. If you’ve amassed a pile of consumer debt, create a budget and see where you can cut back. Plan Your Next Step.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

From insulating your home, replacing windows, even completely upgrading your heating system to something more efficient, the options are endless… Including A Free Option Heating may take up about 45% of your utility bill, but luckily, there is more than enough heat to supply your home, sitting right beneath your feet. The source of the.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Repayment terms: Repayment timelines vary for personal loans, but consumers are often able to choose repayment terms between one and seven years. Debt consolidation Debt consolidation loans are a type of personal loan for consumers who need to consolidate high-interest credit card debt or debt from other loans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 1, 2012

People think that being rich will solve all their problems – they can pay their bills, buy what they want , live where they want, not have to go to work, travel and have lots of holidays. And there are sure to be many more worries to consume the wealthy; just think about all that stress. Why is wealth so attractive?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2014

Would you feel a weight lifted if you could pay off your high-rate consumer debt? But I also have bills to pay and it’s important to buy healthy foods for my family to eat. The mortgage and other bills (utilities, insurance, etc.) Think about what brings satisfaction to your life. Do you like helping others? must be paid.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

If you’ve read my blog, you’ve probably heard me say that our bills may not be negotiable, but our grocery receipts usually are. Just be sure that your family will consume all of the food you purchase in bulk. Please welcome Heather from My Overflowing Cup for today’s post. My suggestions are just a start. The sky’s the limit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

This saves power, cuts electricity bills and does not affect the comfort of the workers. Business sustainability is a model that works towards creating long-term value to both employees and consumers through adopting green strategies. The growth of eco-friendly, sustainable businesses can be consumer-driven.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2019

While buying a whole turkey is usually affordable, the prep work can be time-consuming. Any Thanksgiving meal needs delicious sides, and we think this recipe fits the bill. Instant Pot Boneless Turkey Breast Recipe via Crunchy Creamy Sweet. Nothing says Thanksgiving quite like roast turkey.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 19, 2013

Consumers who already have an FHA loan can take advantage of their streamlined process while those with mortgages that aren’t currently backed by the FHA may have to take a longer path toward a refinance. Although you cannot cancel your electricity or gas service, you may be able to reduce the bill by making a few small changes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

FIRE Getters presents Top 5 Ways To Trim Our Grocery Bills! So we spent some time researching on ways to cut down our grocery bill. Rosa Wilson presents Change of Address: 10 Reasons Your Gas Bill is So High posted at Change of Address. He keeps himself busy with several ventures and they help pays the bills.&#.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 18, 2015

based coalition loyalty program with well-known brands where consumers can earn and use Plenti points for purchasing a wide range of products, regardless of the payment method consumers choose to use. Benefits for Consumers. Rite Aid is joining with American Express to launch Plenti, the first U.S.-based

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Avoid probate, which makes the processing of death benefits time-consuming and expensive. More importantly, this approach helps address your care costs, bills, debts and other financial expenses. Other than the smooth transfer of wealth, you can expect the following benefits: Improve control over the distribution of assets after death.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 10, 2013

One of my goals for Family Balance Sheet for 2013, is to get back to posting more money saving tips to help my readers (and myself) reduce our grocery bills. On a daily basis, home cooks produce, distribute, and consume in our kitchens for (and with) our families. What's your #1 way to save money on your grocery bill?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

This constitutes food that you buy but don’t consume. Buy the portions that you will need, unless you can repackage and freeze the food you won’t be able to consume immediately. Do what you can to save as much as you can on your monthly food bill. One of the first places you can start is on groceries. Please share.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 7, 2019

Simple Chocolate Birthday Cake via Half-Baked Harvest Chocolate cake can satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth, so this simple chocolate cake is sure to fit the bill. Making a birthday cake doesn’t have to be complex or time consuming. Plus, the strawberries add a nice pop of color and freshness to the recipe.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 28, 2012

Consumer Reports recently analyzed 2011 models of green cars, and their “non-green” counterparts to get an idea of what is likely to really save you money. On the other hand, Consumer Reports found that the Toyota Prius Two offers handy savings over the Toyota Corolla after five years.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 19, 2014

We would all like to save more money on our grocery bills ,right? Cutting and clipping coupons can be time consuming and if your a bit unorganized (like me), it can take some serious discipline. Acme MyMixx Program. Acme Shoppers can now save and manage shopping trips using a new app, MyMixx. This is an easy way to save.

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 7, 2013

These Jimmy Dean Delights definitely fit the bill and are our go-to for breakfast! For under 300 calories, Delights by Jimmy Dean offer consumers a great-tasting breakfast without the guilt. Since I ended Nutrisystem I have been looking for a hearty healthy breakfast!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 30, 2011

First of all, credit cards help you save given that Visa and MasterCard automatically provide some of the best exchange rates available to consumers. But, by avoiding them, both your trip and your post-trip bill will benefit. So what are these common mistakes, and how can you avoid them? Let’s find out. Foreign Transaction Fees.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 2, 2013

Equipped with an energy savings thermostat that gives you just the right amount of heat by regulating the wattage consumption based on your desired temperature, the EnergySmart® 360 Surround can save consumers money without sacrificing comfort. Key Features. Digital LEDs accurately indicate room temperature and desired temperature.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2011

Apparently, consumers spend more when they use a credit card in place of cash. I let our grocery bill creep up this past fall. We enjoy eating out for dinner once a week, but those bills have also gotten a little high. We use a rewards credit card for almost every purchase we make.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 27, 2011

One of the most overlooked ways to go green is to just start by consuming less. Consuming less means less manufacturing, production, and creation of environmentally unfriendly items. These items can reduce your home’s reliance on gas, electricity, and water while lowering your utility bills. Borrow items.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Food items like fresh produce or food items that expire easily should not be bought in bulk or you will find them thrown into the trash before they can be consumed. Has your grocery bill been getting some attention? This is specifically applicable to perishable items. Creating a Budget is Easy. Sticking With it is The Hard Part.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 17, 2012

We live in a consumer-driven society and too many people impulse-buy, often things they don’t really need. I’d spend hours listing my income and bills and spending and then when I added everything up, there was never enough money to cover my expenditure. How often do you hear people say “I don’t know where my money goes”?

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