Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
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.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 10, 2014
We have a smaller place, and we use less energy to keep it comfortable. On top of that, we are using less electricity in general since the apartment has numerous windows and an open floor plan. Less Stuff to Buy. We don’t want to buy anything unless we have a place to put it. That has been a great help for us.
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Saving Cents With Sense
AUGUST 30, 2013
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. If you have a school meal plan, you’re paying for every meal, whether you eat it or not. Dining Hall.
Saving Cents With Sense
MARCH 21, 2014
Credit cards might charge a flat fee or a percent of the transaction; the former quickly gets pricey if you’re buying every meal and souvenir with your card. Either way, find out what to expect then plan on using the least expensive payment method. If you’re willing to travel in the off season (e.g.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 27, 2012
Another way we can go green at home is by using programmable thermostats, or applying sealant to all the windows and doors to make sure that they are not leaking. We recently re-did our ground floor and installed bamboo flooring and got rid of all the carpet. These help to save money and energy especially in cold weather seasons.
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