Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2017

’ While there is some macro economic sense in consumer spending causing an impact on the country’s growth, it doesn’t necessarily play well at the individual consumer finance level. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does a survey multiple times a year, called the Consumer Expenditure Survey.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 23, 2011

You won’t get rich doing surveys, but if you are looking to add a few dollars to your budget: PineCone Research is looking for WOMEN & MEN panelists ages 18-54. i get about 1 survey a week and use that money in my paypal account to buy the redplums my newspaper doesn’t supply me! You can register here.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 17, 2013

Consumers simply have to let brands know what they think about their products. Launching this past week, PINCHme is the first-ever product sampling site that allows consumers to choose samples from some of the world’s leading brands for free in exchange for their feedback. Consumers can become members by signing-up for free.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 16, 2013

After twenty minutes reading time, all readers completed a short survey. But what about the green credentials of both types of magazines – the printed versions require a huge input of time, resources and energy to produce, print and deliver the magazines to newsstands and consumers.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 26, 2012

Where to Buy: at Home Depot stores nationwide. According to a recent Procter & Gamble (P&G) survey, only 25 percent of consumers clean their grills and only 20 percent of consumers clean their outdoor furniture. Name of Product: P&G and Home Depot. Description of Product: “Mr.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 2, 2013

Choose a color that will go well with your furniture so that you do not need to buy new furniture just to make everything match. Instead of buying a new couch or new upholstery, drape the couch with a nice blanket or purchase a slipcover. Buy new sheets or a new bed set. Install new drapes. You can add new throw pillows too.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Plug those loopholes buy buying only those things that you truly need and use. Eliminate from your grocery list the “can-do-withouts” Avoid Wastage After examining and controlling your urge to buy the things you do not need, use the necessities wisely. They tend to buy just the stuff they need.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 10, 2013

They found some really interesting results regarding how Dads feel about Father’s Day: Almost 3 in 5 (58%) dads surveyed feel that they spend more money on their partners for Mother’s Day than their significant others typically spend on them for Father’s Day. Check out the full survey and statistics here.

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Golf Club Giveaway Father 55

For the Mommas

JANUARY 23, 2013

Nearly 46% of consumers say they typically consider making a financial resolution – up 31% since the first year of the survey in 2009. There are lots of small steps that consumers can take to achieve this resolution so choose options that fit the best with your lifestyle. The top 3 financial resolutions? Create a budget.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 3, 2012

Where to Buy: at retailers nationwide. Born from the insights of a national “mom” survey commissioned by Ivory, the Soap Dish is a light-hearted social community that offers women an outlet to share in the everyday humor and honesty of their lives in an unapologetic manner. Name of Product: Ivory Soap.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 21, 2012

Where to Buy: at retailers nationwide. Paper Mate conducted a survey of office workers on pen theft to launch the new InkJoy pen. The facts: 70% of consumers report that their pens have gone missing. 50% of those surveyed said they’ve stolen a pen because it writes smoothly or effortlessly.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 3, 2012

It’s like anything you need to be healthy or recover from you can buy in a bottle. Another study done by the US Armed Forces surveyed more than 2200 men entering training for the U.S. National surveys indicate that about half of Americans use dietary supplements. Army special forces.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 8, 2013

Easy credit, a have-it-now mentality and the consumer-driven society have all created this situation. A recent survey in the US showed that increasing numbers of people are filing for bankruptcy as their debts reach levels they simply cannot service. Managing your debt is vital if you are to avoid going down this road.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

Their eye-catching package design is one that consumers are sure to remember – and the products are delicious! He guessed the price to be much higher than it was and asked me to keep buying them. Survey Monkey Wants To Know Your Thoughts About Blogs! These Macarons will be a great addition to your holiday entertaining.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 17, 2012

A budget tells you how much you can spend in the different areas of your life, what you can really afford to buy, and where you are wasting your hard-earned dollars while helping you get you to where you want to be. . We live in a consumer-driven society and too many people impulse-buy, often things they don’t really need.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

We continually strive to provide consumers with the expert advice and tools needed to succeed throughout life’s financial journey. They focus on the points consumers care about most — price, customer service, policy features and savings opportunities — so you can feel confident about which provider is right for you.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2011

By using generic or store brand groceries instead of name brand, you can save 3.7 % of your food budget each month (per the Journal of Economic Perspectives article: Consumer Shopping Behavior, How Much Do Consumer’s Save ). According to a survey they did, at any one time about 16% of homeowners are involved in remodels.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways A home equity loan allows you to borrow a lump sum against your home’s equity, usually at a fixed interest rate that’s lower than other forms of consumer debt. Source: Bankrate national survey of lenders As for 2024: The potential for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts could be good news for home equity loans.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Bonus rewards are awarded based on where you buy something, not what you buy. In general, the better your credit, the more likely you are to qualify for lower rates, but credit card interest rates tend to be significantly higher than rates on other consumer debt. Still, some trends emerge in customer satisfaction surveys.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Stephan Marks presents How to Make Money with Paid Surveys posted at Promo Code Center. Consumer Boomer presents How To Be Frugal With Your Credit Card posted at Consumer Boomer , saying, “Frugal use of a credit card can actually save you money rather than cost you money! Here’s how…&#.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

With so many different options out there, a consumer really can get overwhelmed and into trouble if they don’t know their credit card basics. The only investing strategy that makes sense to me is buy and hold. Buy an energy efficient water heater. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays!

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

. ” John presents Q1 2012 Credit Card Debt Study posted at Card Hub , saying, “The first quarter of 2012 indicates consumers are paying down credit card debt. Will this trend continue throughout the year, or will consumer credit card debt follow the same path it has in previous years?

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Money 2012 June Credit Cards 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

Money Cone: 9 Impulse Buys that Turned Out Better than Expected We’ve all bought stuff based on commercials that turned out nothing like how it was advertised. Sometimes we buy stuff on a whim, only to be disappointed later. But not all my impulse buys have been duds. That man was Steve Jobs. Shamwow guy, you listening?)

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Tim from How to Make Bankable Savings discusses Buy Versus Rent: Non-Financial Considerations are Ke y The decision to buy or rent your home involves more than a financial analysis. A recent survey claimed that six out of ten parents provide or have provided financial help to their adult children.

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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 6, 2016

Buy 1 participating Alka-Seltzer or Phillips product, Get 100 Plenti Points (=$1.00); Limit 2 Offers. Buy 1; Use (1) $1.00/1 Buy 1; Use (1) $1.00/1 Buy 1; Use (1) $1.00/1 Buy 1; Use (1) $1.00/1 Buy 1; Use (1) $1.00/1 There are a few freebies, including Mountain Dew Kick Start. FYI: Rite Aid Coupon Policy.

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