Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Whether you are asked to donate to charity , or whether your cousin needs a little help with his finances, we often get hung up on whether or not we have enough cash to help out. When you sit for someone else, that’s money that doesn’t have to go to the sitter — and might be used to pay utility bills.

Giving 235

Giving Money Donation Bills 235

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

We were hoping for an easy (and inexpensive) fix, and we were certainly not expecting this news. Recently I tried something completely new to me and earned $1000 in less than 3 months by donating plasma–see the details in #14. 3 – Reduce your monthly utility bills. Bring in Extra Money: 14 – Donate Plasma.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 17, 2011

Bills - Utility bills can be tossed the following month when you receive your next statement and it shows that the bill was paid, unless you need the bill for tax deduction purposes, then refer to Taxes below. Permanent home improvement bills should also be kept while you still own your home.

Home Improvement 153

Home Improvement Taxes Credit Cards Bills 153

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

In an effort to conserve water, especially during dry spells, and save on your water bill, follow these easy tips. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org. Save on your Energy Bill. Use an inexpensive power strip to plug your electronics in at one central place.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Gift Cards Money Giveaway 100

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

I have a rule now that if I want to buy a book, I need to donate one. I know my dad got frustrated by the bills sometimes, and I must have absorbed that anxiety, because sometimes I get very anxious about spending money. We always find free/inexpensive things to do on our trips, if we can. If we want it, let’s buy it.

Rent 177

Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2015

The paper is pretty inexpensive at around $3 a roll. There is a lovely thrift store not far from my neighborhood that receives donations from the folks in the local golfing gated community. The lacquer is around $15 a quart and we are now into it for about 2 gallons and not done yet. Your comments are appreciated!

Frugal 100

Frugal Cheap Clothes Clothing 100