Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 15, 2012
One of the best things you can do for the sake of your own self reliance is to build up your home food storage. Your home food storage can tide you over in the event of a financial setback, or be part of your efforts for emergency preparedness. Unfortunately, many people think of stockpiling when they consider home food storage.
Koupon Karen
MAY 9, 2024
In San Antonio, Texas, where the blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy is reflected in every corner, updating your bathroom can breathe new life into your home. Let’s dive into the essentials of remodeling your bathroom in San Antonio, where tradition meets innovation in home design.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 23, 2017
Those affected by our recent Great Recession have had the benefits of saving reinforced as well. Once baby comes, we might become major spenders on toys, a new home, a bigger car and more. As a well salaried professional, I started spending again – on home remodeling, on college expenses for the kids and on travel.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 16, 2014
Unfortunately the recession of 2008 was not an isolated incident. To buy a home under the assumption that you’ll some day make a profit from it or rely on one source of income assuming it’ll always be available to you is financially foolish. They can come in the form of a health scare a home repair or otherwise.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 17, 2012
Since the 2008 recession, many people have rediscovered the savings, joys and health benefits of locally grown food – whether you have a backyard garden, participate in a community garden or shop at the local farmer’s market. Resources to learn how to build root cellars. Do you have a root cellar?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 27, 2012
Building model airplanes, for example, might have gone by the wayside with the recession because it is a hobby that can quickly get expensive. You can make them a weekly institution at your home. Many people like having hobbies , but many of us have cut back when it comes to doing the things we like so that we can save money.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
A few years ago, when selecting a vacation home to buy, one of my criteria was that it had to be at a lake or on a beach. During the great recession, I’ve heard that folks were just dumping their boats in isolated waterways – to avoid those ongoing costs. No one was buying used boats during the recession.
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