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The Cost of Personal Grooming

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You can’t even write it off on your taxes either! Men use shavers, razors, hair cremes, hair removal (for the face, back, nose, etc) as well as the soaps, deodorants, shampoos and conditioners, mouth rinses and tooth cleaning products. Perhaps we just no longer have to care as we age. We aren’t usually trying to attract a mate.

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Shannon & Her Husband Paid off $22,000 in 9 Months

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We actually earned $30-50 cash back from our credit card company every month, which ironically went right back to our debt pay off. We got an unexpected tax return, which of course went toward the loans. I have usually handled paying the bills and budgeting since starting to stay at home. That really accelerated our pay off.

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Yakezie Carnival – Credit Cards Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Some of the most oft repeated tips are how to reduce your energy bill. Narrow Bridge Finance: Tax Time Strikes Again – Preparing for Your 2011 Taxes – A quick rundown of tax forms to look out for as we approach tax season for 2011. Turn off the lights. Lower the thermostat in the winter.