Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Mike is the owner of CreditCardForum.com, which is a forum and blog for discussing credit-related topics. Recently, he’s been working on a list of the best gas credit cards and his most recent credit card review was for the Chase Ink card. Gotcha #1: Caps on rewards. Gotcha #3: Expiration of rewards.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 8, 2014

At the time, I didn’t have credit cards so it was a valid concern. As an adult, I use both cash and credit as well as checks. Occasionally merchants will discount the price because they don’t have to pay the credit card fees on your purchase. Some places do not accept credit cards.

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Browser Extensions Several companies like Capital One offer browser extensions that, once enabled, will do the grunt work for you of automatically applying savings if you use that particular credit card, or other extensions that will alert you to a better deal elsewhere. Quotient launched the Shopmium app in the U.S.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

And because the little things things in life can really add up, let’s look at how you can help to save the world using one tiny everyday thing: your credit card. How A Credit Card Could Reduce Your Carbon Footprint. Can something as small as using a credit card on everyday purchases help the environment?

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

It was all consumer debt spread over 5 credit cards. It was many years of over spending and not having a plan for our money that led us to that point. In June of 2010, we hit our rock bottom point. We cut up our credit cards and never used them again. We have paid off $109,000 in 50 months.

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Koupon Karen

APRIL 18, 2024

In today’s economy, with rising prices across sectors, consumers invariably seek ways to stretch their budgets further. Socially conscious consumers welcome values-aligned savings opportunities. With strategy aligned, complementary savings tactics further strengthen consumer positions.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

According to research , the total consumer debt balance in America rose to $17.06 This includes your credit cards, student loans, business loans—you name it. Balance Transfer Credit Card You could get yourself a balance transfer credit card if your outstanding loans aren’t that massive.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Lenders primarily use your financial and credit information to determine your rate, but may consider additional information like whether you own your home, your education level and your employer. Consumer advocates say 36% is the highest annual percentage rate a loan can have and still be considered affordable. Find a co-applicant.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

How to get a loan in 8 steps Consumers often choose personal loans because they provide fast access to cash for a variety of needs. Try to boost your credit score ahead of time by paying off credit card balances and avoid applying for new credit accounts.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Lenders typically like to see that you can cover your monthly bills, including any other loan or credit card payments, and have money left over after your new personal loan payment. Many bad-credit online lenders charge an origination fee — a percentage of the loan the lender takes from the loan amount — and it is included in the APR.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 18, 2015

based coalition loyalty program with well-known brands where consumers can earn and use Plenti points for purchasing a wide range of products, regardless of the payment method consumers choose to use. The Plenti program is not connected to a credit card, and there is no cost sign up. Benefits for Consumers.

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Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 4, 2023

Especially if you’re consumed by the urgency to lock down that great rental deal before someone else does, you’re likely to transfer the money in the heat of the moment—before warning bells have a chance to go off in your brain.” Zelle’s and Venmo’s terms and conditions are very clear on that point. Not so,” warns Bordo.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I read every post, but don’t comment often – usually some of you have already made my point for me. manicures pedicures expensive or trendy clothes and shoes brand-name foods gym memberships a large-screen TV, streaming services, movies the latest phones and tech gadgets fine wines alcohol cigarettes credit card debt The list goes on.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 29, 2011

Automobiles are often necessary for getting to and from work, running errands, and for getting from point A to point B. The recent housing crisis can be partially blamed on consumers overbuying homes. They max out all of their credit card to purchase living room, bedroom, and dining room sets. Buying a house.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Fuel Up at Membership Stores Warehouse clubs and some grocery stores offer memberships that reward you by either offering points that you can use to get a discount at the pump or by offering discounted fuel. Kroger In our area, Kroger offers the Kroger Fuel Points Program. Don’t just keep racking up a balance on your credit card.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

” CCS presents Savvy Credit Card Use: Track Your Spending posted at Credit Card Smarts , saying, “A big key to using your credit card wisely is tracking your credit card spending. Financial Planning Odysseas presents Forget Your ATM Card? Not so today.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 15, 2016

AND, if you are a business owner or are self-employed, you will earn bonus points for the materials you send! As a SBKC Consumer Panelist , you will be asked to regularly send them your emails and junk mail related to Insurance, Investments, Banking, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Leisure, and more. Work for Amazon.com !

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Fashion Without Guilt

MAY 9, 2011

The consumers have spoken and gas seems to be gradually dropping but not fast enough. Travelocity with the Travelocity Credit Card. If you typically do travel bookings at Travelocity, you may already know that there is a credit card that allows you to get 10% Travelocity rewards back when you book travel through Travelocity.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

About $52,000 of that $147K was consumer debt (credit cards, a student loan, a car loan, a home improvement loan, etc.) We just wanted to pay off our credit cards, which seemed like a huge task since we’d struggled with it for years. At this point we’re pretty much working on being able to work less.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Philip Taylor from PT Money Personal Finance presents The Best Gas Rewards Credit Cards–June 2011. Ben from Money Smart Life provides Credit Card Bonus Comparison Charts so you can make the best decision. Jen from Master the Art of Saving presents Credit Card Happy! I totally agree.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

After my first marriage fell apart, I ended up with over $14,000 of consumer debt, made up of a car loan and credit cards. The main event that catapulted me into wanting to be debt free, was the lowest point in my life to-date. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? How long did it take you?

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Being credit-worthy is almost as important as being frugal. There are just some investment projects that you simply can’t finance with your savings or credit cards. To get one at good rates, you need a good credit score. That’s where credit rating bureaus like Credit Karma come into play.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

I pointed out the multitude of new blogs related to saving money, being frugal, getting debt under control and learning about finances. We especially never put anything consumable (like gas, food, eating out, movies and etc) on a credit card. ” I’ll call the composite person Peggy – to personify the group.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Fix any errors on your credit report that might be dragging down your score. You can request a free credit report and dispute wrongly reported missed payments or other inaccuracies it may contain. APR surprises. Verification of address: Utility bills or lease agreement. Proof of income: Pay stubs, bank statements or tax returns.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 31, 2012

What ever happened to the need for a subpoena to listen in on your phone conversation, instead of having digital analysis point out conversations using certain terrorist tagged keywords? Consumer Affairs reported that in 2005, CVS posted purchases made by holders of their loyalty card).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Financial Success for Young Adults: Financing a Home Modification – At some point in your life, it may be necessary to modify your home. Funancials: Lesser Known Credit Card Perks – Most people are aware of the advantages to using a credit card. Wait for the price to match your assessment of value.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

We also had four credit cards, two lines of credit, and a car loan. Other than the student loans, everything else was consumer debt from 13 years of trying to “keep up with the Jones’ “ We finally managed to get the debt paid off two years and two weeks from the time we started this journey.

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Interesting and unusual ways to gather sustenance George Bernard Shaw pointed out “There is no love sincerer than the love of fo od” and I heartily agree! Create a shopping strategy : Start by keeping your debit card, credit card, and/or check book at home. Round off to the highest amount to simplify.

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Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 6, 2016

Square Credit Card Reader - $9.99 Square Credit Card Reader. oz or Larger; Redeem For 850 Points - KelloggsFamilyRewards.com. - $1.00/2 1 Arm & Hammer Liquid Laundry Detergent; Limit 1 Coupon Per Consumer. - $1.00/1 1 Arm & Hammer Power Paks Laundry Detergent; Limit 1 Coupon Per Consumer. - $1.00/1

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