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Save Money – Develop Important Home Owner Skills

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My daughter-in-law knew the power of negotiation. Crystal (owner of Budgeting in the Fun Stuff) wrote about how she annually contacts her cable/internet supplier to get reductions in her bill – step by step. To get the best buy on new furniture to fill your house, you have to negotiate. Dealing With Government Entities.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Are you paying too much for home/auto insurance, cable, internet? I truly am not opposed to shopping at retail stores, but I regularly find what I need for myself and my daughters at thrift stores and spend a fraction of the price. 3 – Reduce your monthly utility bills. 19 – Shop thrifty for you clothing needs.