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Is ‘Going Green’ Killing Our Economy?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Guest Post Author Bio: Corey is the author and creator of 20′s Finances. His personal finance blog offers great ways to save money as well as tips to plan for the future. Many people ask if this is the best time to bring about change because of the vulnerable state of our current economy. The Change is Happening.

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Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

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With the economy of the last few years, it is often more necessity (than spoiling) for grandparents to help supply living expenses for grandchildren. I drop a bundle each year (both money and time) on my week long Grandma Rie’s Money Camp where I try to help the kids learn about and experience personal finance concepts.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #236 – May 11, 2012

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Robert presents 5 Steps Toward Post College Financial Bliss posted at The College Investor , saying, “Over my past few posts, I’ve highlighted key transitions that have financial ramifications in any college graduate’s life: The job search and managing life in your first apartment. Can you blame them?

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How to Avoid Financial Disaster

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It’s not for paying bills, going on holidays or paying college fees; no matter how urgent these might be, they are not emergencies. Change Your Behaviour It has been said that personal finance is 20% knowledge and 80% behavior. A diversified mutual fund is an excellent way to achieve a diversified portfolio. I’m sure everyone.