Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

From a money-saving and environment-friendly perspective, this may be the most obvious solution to making room in your budget in an eco-conscious manner. Heading into the summer, gas prices will continue to go up, so transportation alternatives can really help. Transportation. Energy efficient tax credits. Outdoor Entertainment.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Everyone is trying to figure out how to save money on groceries! Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly, and that’s before inflation. However, it can be an easy budget category to manage, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. How to Save Money on Groceries.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

The post How to Save Money Fast – My Top 20 Tips appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. “The habit of saving is itself an education; it fosters every virtue, teaches self-denial, cultivates a sense of order, trains forethought, and so broadens the mind.” Start Using Cash This is a wonderful way to save money.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

MAY 11, 2024

You saved time and you saved money. It's great, because it also saves you money too. By purchasing fresh ingredients that you can eat right away or do a little preparation with back at your lodging, you’re saving money over a traditional sit-down meal. those savings are passed on to you.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 10, 2011

With rising gas prices, we are all looking for ways to save money at the pump. Last week, I asked readers if they were ready for rising gas prices. Many people commented their concerns about how the rising prices would affect their budgets and habits. I found the article interesting, so I am passing it along to you.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 31, 2024

Not sure where to go on a budget? All the money you saved can take you to the beautiful gardens of Golden Gate Park: the Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, and the San Francisco Botanical Garden. It'll cost you a pretty penny, but you just saved on all your sightseeing! Choose one or all.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Camping gear , food, gas, park fees and everything else always adds up and at the end of the trip, you might wish you didn’t go in the first place! Here are a few tips you could do to save money on your next camping trip. Save on Gas and Transportation. Do a little Planning first. Always Stay Safe.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Maintaining our monthly budget is a daily process and there are days when we get it right and then there are days when we …I fail miserably. Where We Saved Money this Week: I spent last weekend freezer cooking 8 recipes. This process should help me save money and time on our groceries. per gallon this week on gas.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 23, 2019

One thing new couponers are eager to learn is how to save more money. While it is important to learn how to save more, I think the more important thing to learn is how to spend less. The Jones family wants to learn how to save more. Have they truly saved money? Now THAT is the type of savings you should aim for.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The post How to Save Up for a Car Without Breaking the Bank appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Learning how to save up for a car is like learning how to save up for anything; it calls for discipline and a few financial tricks. Learning how to save up for a car without breaking the bank can now be somewhat difficult.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 22, 2011

While this is a whole lot of money up front, your iPhone may make up for the initial cost with its money saving applications. These six iPhone apps have the potential to save you gobs of cash and a bunch of stress. GasBuddy : As gas prices increase each day, our gas budget has skyrocketed.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 28, 2019

Try to adopt these four simple habits to save money on your daily commute. Between gas and vehicle maintenance, the cost of driving to work really adds up. Driving less can be an easy way to save money. Your driving habits may be burning through gas more quickly than you need to. Drive Less. Change Your Driving Habits.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 19, 2013

By reducing your monthly expenditures, however, you can save yourself some cash while also reducing your stress levels. Here are a few simple ways to save. Small changes can result in huge savings. By brewing your own coffee every morning, you can save yourself the $5 you usually spend on a latte and a tip for the barista.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 14, 2014

From the subject line I knew exactly what it was, but I wanted no part of it because I knew the effect it would have on my family’s budget. My wife and I were going to have to discuss a change to our monthly budget. Here’s the breakdown of our plan: Savings : Let’s start off with what we didn’t want to change. Yeah, right.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2015

As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. I scour websites, magazines, and Pinterest for new recipes and ideas that will WOW my family and save me money. 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. Look for the red Bonus Buy Savings through out the store. Kiosk Savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Alcohol was dirt cheap in New Orleans, and transportation was a very small line on our budget in New York City. How have you saved money on food while travelling? Thanks, couch surfing!

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 15, 2012

Plus, I have a fun promotion for you to save even more – show up to the class and get a $5 gas gift card ! What will you learn in these Coupon & Savings Classes? I think you will find these very valuable, especially if you are new to using coupons and want to find ways to help cut down your food budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2014

As we are getting married in just two and a half short months (gosh, time flies), my fiancé and I sat down a couple of weekends ago to do a comprehensive budget analysis. We then looked at how much each item in that group cost us; gas, property and car insurance, maintenance, etc. 400/month gas for truck. 130/month gas for car.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

People across the country are reining in their spending and pinching pennies in a concerted effort to save more money. If you are one of these families who have eliminated spending on “wants” but still struggle to pay the bills or save money, perhaps cutting back on necessities is an option you should consider. Finally, use technology.

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Fashion Without Guilt

MAY 9, 2011

Trying to Travel on a Budget these day, is almost impossible. With gas prices nearing $4, who has the money for that family vacation this year. The consumers have spoken and gas seems to be gradually dropping but not fast enough. By using these opaque websites, you can save up to 50% off hotels. Bidding Traveler.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2011

As gasoline prices quickly approach an average of $4 a gallon across the country, many people are looking once again at hybrid cars as a way to cut expenditures from their budget and save money. When people think about buying a hybrid car running on electricity, they think about all the savings from not having to buy gasoline.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 13, 2012

Plus, I have a fun promotion for you to save even more – show up to the class and get a $5 gas gift card ! What will you learn in these Coupon & Savings Classes? I think you will find these very valuable, especially if you are new to using coupons and want to find ways to help cut down your food budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

If you are anything like me, you probably want to know as many different ways as possible to reduce your monthly expenses, thereby increasing your savings. You’ll find yourself saving quite a bit of money with this mentality. I know it takes a little discipline to do this, but it is well worth it in terms of monthly savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Master the Art of Budgeting. Budgeting is simply spending just within your means. Avoiding the unnecessary things like extra trips to the store can help you save on gas or transportation expenses, and limiting the times that you eat out can actually do a lot for your finances. Save For The Future. I’m Doing OK!

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. Here are five ways that I saved money this month. Once again, GIANT of PA offered a chicken dinner with 3 sides and rolls for only 350 gas points. Related reading: 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 25, 2012

I love meeting many of you at the Arizona Coupon Classes – it is wonderful to put faces to names, answer questions, and know I am able to help you learn to save more on your grocery bill! I recommend signing up as soon as possible – we have had classes sell out the last 2 months, so make sure you get your tickets now to save your spot.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Determining affordability requires balancing your vehicle needs and budget. How to determine how much car you can afford To set a budget for your vehicle, start by deciding what you can comfortably pay each month. Be sure to factor in costs like maintenance, gas and insurance in addition to loan or lease payments.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

Some websites offer discounted airline, tour and hotel bundles that can actually save some money. Compare the time spent on the road and the amount that will be spent on gas with the actual amount difference of airline tickets. Searching online can save you both money and time. Related posts: 5 Ways to Save on Travel.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 1, 2017

7 Ways to Save Money in December. Related Reading : 20 Fund (& Budget-Friendly) Christmas Activities. Giant of PA has offered up to 4 times the gas points on selected gift card purchases. Save on Christmas Cards. What are your favorite ways to save in December? Find the FREE holiday adventure.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

While there are plenty of blog posts out there sharing ways to save money each month , many of them are overwhelming and unrealistic. I vividly remember him saving his change all year and having us kids roll it for vacation. Because of this, I became a bit obsessed with saving my money. Money saved is money earned.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

A little up front planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you''ve been waiting for. 8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation. Also, have your kids save their own money for their souvenirs. Create A Budget. Make sure you include it in your budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 6, 2014

Budget, for example, has the following options that can be added: GPS ($5.49 Whew – even without the car and the gas – you could be paying $74.95 If you are going to be gone most of the week, check out whether or not you could save money by renting for the full week. Kid seats ($13.00 Roadside assist ($6.49

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Couponing 101

JULY 28, 2011

One thing new couponers are eager to learn is how to save more money. While it is important to learn how to save, I think the more important thing to learn is how to spend less. The Jones family wants to learn how to save more. Have they truly saved money? Now THAT is the type of savings you should aim for.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Create A Budget For Your Trip.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

But did you know that Pinterest is also a fantastic resource for saving money? Whether you’re spending minutes or hours pinning photos of your favorite meals, outfits or vacation destinations, there is a wealth of money-saving knowledge floating around on those boards. Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 28, 2013

Charcoal or gas fired grills? ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. The post Budget-Friendly Gifts for Dad appeared first on Saving Cents With Sense. Get that temperature in an instant. And for just $22 at Amazon. For the King of the Grill. The debate has raged on for decades.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

With the skyrocketing prices of everything and the worsening inflation, saving money and spending wisely are vital to be able to live comfortably. It is not easy to be frugal and save money when you have a family that splurges and squanders. Inform The Whole Family About Your Plans Tell them about your intentions of wanting to save.

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