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Tips for a Frugal and Eco-Friendly Spring

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Re-use, recycle or re-sell. So instead of just dumping the lot, categorize your clutter into things that can be recycled, things that can be given away and things that can be sold on. You can then use that extra money to pay off some bills, treat yourself to a post-cleaning present or put it into a savings account for a rainy day fund.

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Being Environmentally Friendly Saves Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Using just bi-carb soda and vinegar there are a range of things you can do from cleaning the bathroom right through to the oven. In my area a smaller bin equates to a smaller land tax bill. Just a few simple changes to your daily routing can produce a significant drop in your bills. Learn to reduce, reuse recycle everything.

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5 Easy Ways to Save Money in the Kitchen

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Baking soda and vinegar mixed together makes a good cleaner for kitchens and bathrooms. It takes a little longer to let them air dry, but your electricity bill will be slightly lower. Granted when you go to the store, you are bombarded by dozens of options for keeping your kitchen counters clean. A Little Lighting… Goes a long way.