Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2011

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 21, 2011

Of course there are a bazillion different techniques to save money on food – and credit card rewards are one of the least effective ways – but regardless, I still wanted to take a moment to discuss them. National Grocery Store-Affiliated Credit Cards. Some grocery store chains issue their own credit card.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 28, 2017

CVS: FREE Square Credit Card Reader Starting 9/3 If you need a Square Credit Card Reader, here is a deal for you starting next week! ExtraBucks when you buy 1 and they will be on sale for $9.99. CVS Deal starting 9/3 Buy (1) Square […]. CVS will be offering $9.99 This makes them completely free!

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Couponing 101

MAY 14, 2019

Best Buy might be your go-to store for all things electronic, but every shopper knows that electronics purchases can get pricey very quickly. Luckily, Best Buy offers some easy ways to shave some money off your next electronics purchase. Get a Free My Best Buy Membership. Consider a My Best Buy Credit Card.

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APRIL 12, 2013

He has successfully inspired thousands of people to a life free of credit cards and debt. It just seemed easier to us to carry and use credit cards versus cash. We were using the cards to earn cash back on purchases that we needed to buy any way, so we were being smart about our spending. Or so we thought.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Mike is the owner of CreditCardForum.com, which is a forum and blog for discussing credit-related topics. Recently, he’s been working on a list of the best gas credit cards and his most recent credit card review was for the Chase Ink card. Gotcha #1: Caps on rewards.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

MARCH 27, 2024

Or buy the tickets and get a trip out of it. Buy previously owned items/clothing - Some people like to make use of the Free sections on Nextdoor and Facebook. I like to use sites/apps like Poshmark to buy clothes at a fraction of retail. Take the money you would have spent on a costly concert, and save it instead.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

And because the little things things in life can really add up, let’s look at how you can help to save the world using one tiny everyday thing: your credit card. How A Credit Card Could Reduce Your Carbon Footprint. Can something as small as using a credit card on everyday purchases help the environment?

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 20, 2016

Credit Card Rules You Should Live By. Ah, the credit card. That magical card of freedom. You may have gotten your first card in college, before you had any salary at all but just in time for that upcoming spring break trip: clothes, gas money, hotel…and then, one month later… BOOM! Just say no.

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The Frugal Girl

APRIL 2, 2024

I bought some razor blades on eBay I’ve used Dollar Shave Club for a long time and been very happy but…recently they redesigned their product line, which means I can no longer buy replacement blades for my razor handle. I was gonna go buy a new one straight from Spiedel, but then I thought, hmm, lemme check eBay.

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APRIL 1, 2015

It was all consumer debt spread over 5 credit cards. With those principals in mind, we enrolled in a debt management program (DMP) through our local credit union and reduced our interest rates on all of our credit cards and began paying them off. We cut up our credit cards and never used them again.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

It was a mix of college loans, a personal loan from my parents (for college), an overdraft account, and credit card debt. Aaron writes out the checks for the bills every month, I negotiate lower rates for things as needed, and we both put a certain amount into a joint account to buy things for the household and for Henry.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Whatever the economic state of the real estate market, buying a house can be an exciting and emotional process. Buying a house: A step-by-step guide 1. Determine why you want to buy a house Purchasing a home is a major decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Other things to consider Is it the right time to buy?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

If you don’t have a credit history, it’s hard to get a loan, a credit card or even an apartment. But how are you supposed to show a history of responsible repayment if no one will give you credit in the first place? There are also ways to use rent, phone and utility payments to build credit.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 15, 2022

I don’t buy a thing online without using a cash back offer or some type of coupon code, even if it’s just for free shipping. Get cash back with your credit cards. Did you know that most credit cards have deals and offers attached to them? Activate this offer—you’ll get 10% cash back!”

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 15, 2013

As I read financial blogs, I find that a lot of bloggers seem to like to pay for everything with their credit card. You can get rewards or cash back , the credit card company tracks all your purchases for you and may even show you a yearly statement indicating the percents you spent on that card in various categories.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 10, 2019

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 23, 2024

And of course, I used a gift card from my Erie YourTurn rewards to pay for the remaining 50%, so this was $0 out of pocket. I love it when I can stretch my gift cards! We shall see how long I can keep up my not-buying-food-at-college streak. ? What frugal things have you been up to lately? appeared first on The Frugal Girl.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

JANUARY 16, 2024

Pay Attention to Interest Rates Did you know that 82% of all Americans have a credit card, and 61% of them have credit card debt? Credit cards can be a lifesaver, especially when you need a small personal loan. Again, you’re not alone with this problem. What Is Your Current Net Worth?

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

Instead, you may want to check out thrift stores or buy classic, high-quality items that will last longer. on your credit card. Make smart choices with credit. Credit can be a valuable tool when used wisely, but it can also quickly lead to debt if you're not careful. And this can help you steer clear of debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2014

At the time, I didn’t have credit cards so it was a valid concern. As an adult, I use both cash and credit as well as checks. If I buy anything online, I use credit. If you know you can only buy up to the limit of cash you are carrying, you will be more careful about what you are buying.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Top balance transfer credit cards BankAmericard® credit card: 0% Intro APR for 18 billing cycles for purchases, and for any balance transfers made in the first 60 days of opening your account. Read our review of the BankAmericard® credit card. But most people can’t go wrong with these award-winners.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

I made some foolish choices shortly after graduating college, burning through my savings and running up credit card bills. This is largely a case of being in the right place at the right time, but my husband and I really lucked out when we were ready to buy a house. They want me to buy all the things.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 6, 2015

CVS PayAnywhere Credit Card Reader $9.99; Earn $9.99 The post Free in Stores This Week: Credit Card Reader, Deodorant, School Supplies, and More! Check out all these things you can get for FREE in stores! Hurry, most of these deals end Saturday, August 8th. Profit (Thanks, Passion For Savings !)

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Also, my prescription receipt included a $4/any purchase coupon, and I used that to buy a $5 item on my way out. I used $15 of credit to get a free stethoscope box I don’t like just throwing my blood pressure cuff and stethoscope into my backpack all the time, so I ordered a little zippered box to hold both.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

So I would suggest using this method until you have your spending habits under control, and then you can go back to the credit cards. Buy in Bulk Apart from using coupons, I advocate buying in bulk when at the grocery store. What I do is use my credit cards in conjunction with cash back apps.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

These are cars that cost upwards of $70,000 just to buy. The simple truth is that not many people have enough money saved up to buy a car. Since you are here, I assume you are looking to sidestep all that and go straight to outright buying your car. of the cars owned by Americans qualify as luxury vehicles.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2012

However online insurance policies are now also available for purchase through secured credit card transactions with a twenty-four hour toll-free assistance. So, do have or buy travel insurance? . Normally, one has to personally apply for the policy and pay the corresponding premiums. This post was written by YFS.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Consumers say it is easy to be swept up in the emotions of the moment when buying a pet and push forward despite reservations. Your credit card issuer – report the incident if you shared your credit card number, even if the transaction was not completed. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – reportfraud.ftc.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

One of the biggest benefits of a personal loan is that they often charge lower fixed interest rates when compared to other forms of lending, like credit cards. Pros Lower interest rates: Personal loans typically have lower interest rates compared to credit cards, especially if you have a high credit score.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 3, 2019

Best Buy is offering a Deal of the Day for 50% off the NutriBullet Balance Bluetooth Enabled Blender. If you have it, don’t forget to use your My Best Buy® Credit Card to earn 5% Back in rewards (6% for Elite Plus) on all your purchases at Best Buy. This deal makes the high-end blender just $89.99 (reg.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2013

I was an expert at this; I spent every dollar I earned and juggled multiple credit cards to pay bills and buy whatever I thought I had the money for. Of course, by using credit cards for purchases and bills, I was spending money I didn’t have and probably wouldn’t have any time soon.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Our goal is to NOT put our Christmas purchases on a credit card. January will be one giant nightmare when the credit card bills start rolling in. We paid for many of our Christmas purchases on a credit card and then hustled in January 2013 to pay it off. Hopefully, that’s your goal too.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

I would be doubtful too if someone told me that, but the truth is that it’s rather easy to do if you have a rewards credit card and work hard to maximize your earning potential with it. I use my credit card like a debit card , in that I use it for every purchase I make. Would you believe me?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Credit card rates are lingering above the 20-percent mark, and personal loans can stretch into the 25–35 percent range for borrowers with less-than-perfect credit scores. You can deduct the interest (up to the limit) if the home equity loan is used to “buy, build or substantially improve” the property. to 10 percent.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 22, 2014

You can’t always count on credit cards or checks being accepted. My son whipped out his credit card to pay for their meal and was stopped cold when he found out the place didn’t take credit. Credit wasn’t freely available when Mom was teaching me to live a financially responsible life.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2012

So look at the take-outs you buy, the dinners out, the expensive designer coffees, the magazines, the impulse buys of things you really didn’t need, the ‘stuff’ you buy without thinking it through. Having Multiple Credit Cards Buying with credit cards leads to spending more than you earn and we all know where that leads.

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