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JULY 26, 2011

Today, you can pick up pretty much any book, newspaper, or magazine and find an article about getting out of debt. 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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

I pointed out the multitude of new blogs related to saving money, being frugal, getting debt under control and learning about finances. But, I can’t believe people are making big bucks telling other people how to control their spendthrift ways, or sharing how to shave a few cents off a grocery bill. It was pretty good exercise!”

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. Check your local newspaper for free or low-cost events that you can go to. Have a Potluck Party. The adults can socialize while the kids are playing. Spend Some Time around Town.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

I started by cutting grocery expenses, and then expanded to lowering monthly bills and reducing insurance fees. I spent a lot of time scouring the newspapers and seldom yielded any coupons that I could use. In response to a pay cut at work three years ago, I started living a frugal lifestyle and decided to save wherever I could.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

But those can saddle your children with debt for 20 years or more! Knowing exactly how much income is going out towards bills, unplanned expenses, and splurges is the first step in saving for a college fund. Start to look through local newspapers and online local publications to find outings that offer a great value.

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

You can use the difference in income to pay off debt, save or invest. And if you’re not paying your bill in full every month, you’re paying a lot of extra money in interest. Magazines and newspapers are all available online now. 20 Tips for Frugal Living. You have more options with a frugal lifestyle. Cancel subscriptions.

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