Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. So, instead of using resources for plastic water bottles, we all have our own BPA-free water bottles that we can refill. Look for Used First. Our society has programmed us to look for new first. These light bulbs use less energy, and create a greener home.

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For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

The term “sinking fund” was originally a business term used to designate a savings account where a corporation holds funds for the repayment of a debt in order to improve their liquidity. Setting up sinking funds and using them are two separate things, though. If there’s no extra money in your budget, there’s still hope, though.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

You buy the ‘needs’ first and then decide whether you can afford the ‘wants’ so that you keep within your budget. You will save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars by looking for the basics in secondhand stores, eBay and Freecycle. Make a list of the items you know you actually need, as opposed to want. Go Frugal'

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