Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 23, 2017

When I was a young adult, out of college and into my first years of marriage, I cringed at the thought of getting money from my parents. Daughters and sons of very wealthy families sometimes want to disown the family wealth in order to prove themselves. Helping kids over a rough spot can make a parent feel useful.

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Money Family Parenting Kids and Family 124

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2023

I cried for days and we celebrated the occasion with a family cruise a few months later. In 2020, our financial goals were to read, research, and understand both college and retirement planning. Also that year, I wanted to create an In Case of Emergency (ICE) binder for my family. College is crazy expensive right now.

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Financial Goals Goals Debt College 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2017

If you are going on to college in the fall, don’t let summer roll by without doing some preparation work to help you avoid typical college fail points. Talk to any alumni you may know (hint parents, cousins, that kid that went off to college last year) to see what they know about it. Time to find out.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). In our neighborhood folks buy really nice name brand clothing for their kids.

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College Money Personal Finance Student 192

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

Now I’m living on the small acreage that I was raised on (which is now smack dab in the middle of town & 2 miles from work) with my mom & my two kids, 15 & 8. We teamwork together to homeschool-I was homeschooled until nursing school, and I am privileged to be teaching my kids & have my mom assist on the days I work.

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Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 182

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

years with no car (and two small kids!). I am so impressed by the amount of biking and walking she and her family do, especially since it’s the functional sort, to get yourself from point A to point B. My own kids were born in different time zones, too – one in MN, one in OH. We lived for 2.5 The freedom was amazing.

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 191

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2014

Family togetherness was a priority for them, but I’m pretty sure that they never read a blog post, book or article for inspiration and ideas (ahem–like somebody I know). We just spent time together as a family. We ate dinner as a family every single night up until I left for college.

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Family Finds Kids and Family Parenting 164

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

As a foolish young high school kid, that rule annoyed me because I wanted to spend ALL of my paycheck, but I still saved a chunk of it because I had no choice. I made some foolish choices shortly after graduating college, burning through my savings and running up credit card bills. How did you get interested in saving money?

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California Cars Car College 172

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

By the time you realize how quickly time flies, your kids may be getting ready to go to college. But there are plenty of ways to make wonderful family memories that will last a lifetime. Family rituals are an easy way to work in more family time and strengthen your bonds. Go on Family Walks.

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Family Building Kids and Family Parenting 93

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2014

Lots of them are common sense – things like not spoiling your kids by giving them everything they want. Most parents let their kids have some kind of money – either via an allowance, a job or chores around the house or from gifts. If your college student runs up their credit card bill and can’t pay, make them work it out.

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Kids Money Parenting Kids and Family 219

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

My husband and I live in the Willamette Valley in Oregon with our three kids, ages 4-6. My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. We spend most of our time seeing friends and family, participating in our church activities or working on our property.

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Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 190

Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The post Managing Family Finances: Tips and Strategies for a Better Financial Future appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Family finances can be tricky! I have a bunch of lovable relatives (my nuclear family) who believe we are somehow made of money. You need the entire family pulling in the same direction.

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Finance Tips Finance Emergency Fund Life Insurance 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 7, 2014

While I was growing up, my family didn’t have much money. I always worked while in high school and college. I paid for college with a number of student loans that I just finished paying off last year. . I always worked while in high school and college. My mom was an at home day care provider.

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Daughter Kids Kids and Family Parenting 242

Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

I’ve written about Upromise by Sallie Mae before and how it is such a great way to save for college (or pay off loans) while you are doing your everyday shopping, eating out, or even pumping gas. But did you know that you can save for college when you shop online? Family Deals Online Deals sponsored upromise'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 22, 2013

Teaching your kids about money is one of the best things you can do to set them up for financial success in the future. Being that financial security strategies aren’t taught in the school classroom, it’s important to sit down with your kids at home and teach them valuable lessons in financial management. De-Programming Your Kids.

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Money Kids College Tuition Kids and Family 234

For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2015

Register Your College Student with Target. Have a kid that’s headed off to college? Register your college student with Target and manage and share your college registry with friends and family. This is the perfect way to send your not so little one off properly and cut down the cost for you.

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College Student Target Kids and Family 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 22, 2013

According to an article that was published on Investment News last June, it costs approximately $235,000 to raise a child and that’s not even counting their college tuition ! ” Before you answer, here are five other questions to ponder that will help to provide you with the clarity that you seek: How Much Debt Do I Have?

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Kids College Tuition Birth Control Insurance 222

Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Research shows that the social-emotional skills learned and practiced at camp support kids year-round. As kids build friendships and social connections, they form key skills that bolster academic performance and are at the core of college and career readiness. Around 93 percent of ACA-accredited camps offer financial assistance.

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Building Kids and Family Education Outdoors 130

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 30, 2012

But another huge reason is because I know that a college education can make a huge impact in one’s life. Did you know that the median family income in 2012 for families headed by a bachelor’s degree holder or more was $99, 716 ( per AZ529.gov Funds can be used at most accredited colleges. Tax-deferred earnings.

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College Arizona Finds Education 53

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Most of my evenings/weekends are just hanging out (largely at home and in the yard with my family). As an adult, I can see it was likely a mixture of not enough income, high cost of living area, mismanagement of money, and kids just being expensive for single mothers particularly. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?

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Virginia Kids and Family Library Frugal 185

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

In addition, the grandkids may also benefit from loving care provided by family members, interaction with an older generation and reduced risk of depression in the children too. Although using relatives to kid sit can be fraught with stress, anxiety and cause for family arguments, many families do it successfully.

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Couponing 101

MAY 31, 2020

With kids home from school and many parents working remotely, your family is probably going through toilet paper at a previously unprecedented rate. And what kids can create with them is only limited by their imagination. To help you get started, here are seven of our favorite toilet paper roll crafts to keep your kids busy!

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Crafts Craft Paper Kids 66

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. This week I am reminding you all about those special people in your life- your family. It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans.

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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I’m in my 60’s, I’ve been married to the love of my life for 44 years and we have two adult “kids.” We consider her our “bonus kid” and our family is extremely close. I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) We didn’t start a family until we were married for almost 15 years.)

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Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 180

The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Does this look different now that your kids are older? I’ve really worked to overcome those expectations and make Christmas the way I and my family want it to be, but I still have lingering dread when I think of Christmas. ? Did you give gifts to them when they were little and then stop at a certain point?

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Cleaning Grandchildren Nephew Christmas 194

Couponing 101

JUNE 2, 2019

Here are 10 easy recipes to make with your kids for Father’s Day. If your dad likes college or professional football, these easy brownies are sure to kick a field-goal into his heart! Hot Dogs via Cooking for Kids. Make this fit your family’s dietary needs by choosing beef, turkey or vegan hot dogs.

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Recipes Making Kids Father 81

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

For 20 or so years I’ve been homeschooling my kids, and am now down to about 1 1/2 (one full-time homeschooler, and one doing College Credit Plus with some support). We also want to get our kids through college without them having loans to pay back, and we are 1 out of 4 on that so far!

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Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 182

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I make notes of gift ideas for my family and friends throughout the year.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Motherhood Moments

MARCH 7, 2023

Made To Bloom , the second album for kids and families from 2021 International Songwriting Competition finalist and music therapist Stephanie Leavell , is out today, March 3, 2023. Made To Bloom reflects Stephanie’s conviction that when kids are celebrated for who they are, they will blossom.

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Music Kids and Family Education Instruments 100

Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

If you have kids, have student loans, want to go back to school, or know someone that does, you want to know about and start using Upromise , which helps you save for college by doing things you are already doing : Shopping, Eating Out, Buying Tickets, or Fill Your Gas Tank. If not, you should be and here’s why.

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College Student Kids and Family Education 53

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Share photos and videos from your phone or by email to the Nixplay frame, wherever it is; A great gift for new parents, grandparents, newlyweds, college kids or families separated by distance. Get more hot deals here.

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Photos Kids and Family College Parenting 59

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 29, 2018

Here’s a peek at what’s going on with me, my family, and our life since my last Chit Chat. . I spent a long weekend visiting with college friends in Dandridge, Tennessee, home of Bush’s Beans. That didn’t deter my family from jumping in. I think my kids jumped off the diving board 30 times each!

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2018 Kids and Family Tennessee Family 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 18, 2015

Once Upon a Company A True Story by Wendy Anderson Halperin tells the story of kids, parents and other relatives making and selling Christmas wreaths (and assorted other things in different seasons) to earn money for the kids college fund. For the past few years, the kids have had a one time ‘business’ during camp.

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Kids Kids and Family Cookies Thrifty 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 14, 2017

Connecting with one another, even for a short date or one at home after the kids are asleep, keeps the joy between us. Have the kids away for the weekend and enjoy a peaceful evening of smores and star gazing. If there are any local college campuses in your area, see if there are bands playing. Date like a college kid.

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Ice Cream Makers Rent Kids and Family Money 145

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2020

I decided to be productive in those early morning hours and I updated our Family Balance Sheet and that’s when I realized why I was so antsy. However, I’m still in love with Instagram and I just started a profile for Family Balance Sheet. This will always be a work in progress for my family. Moving on to 2020!

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Financial Goals Goals 2020 2019 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2013

He didn’t have his first job until the summer between high school graduation and college. I had reasonably good grades and planned to go to college after graduating. Some kids are able to hold down a job and maintain their grades, but some aren’t. Personality. When did you get your first job?

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College Kids and Family Activism Unemployment 228

freestuff.tv

JUNE 2, 2011

I have a mortgage that I need to pay off and saving for the kids education etc&#. One of the best things about starting your career from the bottom is that it is a progression from college. The lack of free time and more work related pressures can force people to distance themselves from friends and family. Reduced Free Time.

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Money Family Goals Unemployment 122