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The Complete Guide to Buying a Franchise

Savings Corner

Buying a franchise, therefore, can be an advantageous way to start a business , but you’ll typically need a large upfront investment to get off the ground. Here’s what you need to know to buy and open your own franchise. Upfront costs and ongoing fees Buying and opening a franchise can be expensive.

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How Downsizing to an Apartment Has Saved Us Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Less Stuff to Buy. We made a couple of furniture purchases to replace things we left behind, but since settling in, we are spending less on what we buy each week. We don’t want to buy anything unless we have a place to put it. We are also better about the way we make food purchases. My husband has a shorter commute.

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Why Cheaper Isn’t Always Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

How Many Times Will You Have to Buy That? If you are buying something that you hope will last, it can make sense to spend a little more for higher quality. Indeed, our neighbor, who buys the cheapest he can find, has been through three sets of tools in the last seven years. We look for true quality. Purchasing Convenience.

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5 Ways College Students Can Stretch a Dollar

Saving Cents With Sense

Turn to public transit or rides from your car-wielding buddies for longer-distance trips that won’t cut it on foot. As a recent article in CNN notes, buying secondhand clothes no longer comes with a stigma. You can also get 10 percent off at food chains like Burger King, Dairy Queen and Domino’s. Dining Hall.

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Ways Going Green Can Improve Your Health — And Save You Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I admit that I’m not the greenest person out there, although I am working to improve, from participating in my utility’s efforts to increase power from renewable resources to looking for local produce and food sources whenever possible. Many of the local farms that provide food also adhere to different practices.

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5 Steps to Saving Money at a Major Sporting Event

Family Balance Sheet

Buying your tickets early often makes the most sense. Buy Before You Go. Buy your favorite team shirt before you go to the event. Do not buy souvenirs at the game. If you simply must buy a souvenir at the game, think very small. Furthermore, many public transit systems offer transportation to these venues.