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Why I Don’t Use Credit Card Rewards Programs

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I remember the old S&H Green Stamp days when folks would paste their little green stamps (which they go from buying stuff) in a book which could then be redeemed for more merchandise available from the catalog. Credit card rewards programs are no different. Many people today seem to prefer paying by credit card.

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Going Green on a Budget

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Green is one of my favorite colors. Unfortunately, sometimes trying to save money and ‘go green’ present a conflict of interest. There are ways to build a green budget without breaking the bank. Some green-cleaning recipes are as easy as vinegar and baking soda. It’s really not that hard to go green! Go Digital.

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How to Go Green Witout Going Broke

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Most people are aware that going green not only saves the environment, it also saves money. However, the big Catch 22 with going green is that the upfront costs can be quite expensive. However, going green doesn’t mean you have to go all out. In fact, there are several ways that you can go green without going broke.

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Six Eco-friendly Ways to Save Money for You and Your Family

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Energy efficient tax credits. While there have been some rollbacks on tax credits and deductions for energy efficient investments to your home, many still apply. For instance, there are still credits and deductions for the installation of solar panels, energy efficient water heaters, heat pumps, and windows. Go Digital.

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5 Ways to Lower Your Monthly Bills

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I myself struggled for many years paying my own bills, but have since found numerous ways to save money. To find other ways to reduce your expenses, take a close look at your checkbook and credit card statements. 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales. So have you recently reviewed your expenses?

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How to Use a Credit Card to Save the World

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Wanna go green? And because the little things things in life can really add up, let’s look at how you can help to save the world using one tiny everyday thing: your credit card. How A Credit Card Could Reduce Your Carbon Footprint. Can something as small as using a credit card on everyday purchases help the environment?

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Are You Heading for Financial Disaster?

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I mean, I was living from pay check to pay check , always hoping I’d find whatever money I needed to pay the bills. See if you can identify with any of these statements: I spend more than I earn I don’t have a household budget I use credit cards all the time to buy everyday essentials like food, gas, transport. What about signs?