Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 6, 2014
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.
Saving Cents With Sense
JUNE 5, 2013
Finally, one excellent way to lower your monthly bills is to be proactive about keeping your home plumbing repair costs at a minimum. Below are some steps that everyone can take to reduce the costs of their plumbing bills. Cost Saving Suggestion #3 – Choose green plumbing products. All rights reserved.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 9, 2021
Your utility bills will look less daunting and you will be reducing pollution too. . Some items can’t be fixed, for example, if you have a laptop that is broken, you can go to a repair shop instead of investing in a completely new one. . Good luck with staying eco-friendly and saving money at the same time.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 28, 2014
I mentioned to the mechanic at our repair shop that it was time to think about getting a new car. Kiplinger’s argues, “In the absence of a gigantic repair bill–you need a new engine, for example–an old car is almost always cheaper to own than a new one.” Go Frugal Go Green'
Saving Cents With Sense
APRIL 25, 2014
Summer can be a drain on your energy bills. Department of Energy says that heating and cooling costs can eat up almost 54 percent of your utility bills. Add Some Green Around the House. For an evergreen tree option, consider the Eastern White Pine and ‘Green Giant’ arborvitae to create a hedge to shade your home.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 7, 2013
Nobody wants to be caught in the winter without heat, or with a $500 heating bill because of an inefficient heater. I’ve recently washed our garage door , repaired some rain screen (okay, I didn’t do that part. Cleaning out your gutters is a must-do before fall to avoid any mishaps and permanent water damage to your home.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Energy-efficient mortgage (EEM) Making green upgrades can be costly, but you can get an energy-efficient mortgage (EEM) (either a conventional loan or one backed by the FHA or VA) to help finance them. Those larger payments might be worth it, though, as you could wind up saving on your utility bills in the long run.
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