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The Deadly Sins of Personal Finance

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you let yourself turn to consumerism excessively, you’ll likely become indebted. This can breed short sightedness as you struggle to deal with your debt. The struggle can lead you to deal with the emotions and difficult times by turning to impulsive spending. Consumerism.

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19 Articles to Help You Prepare for Back to School

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Sales Tax Holiday 2011 at Consumerism Commentary - A list of dates, states participating, the items that will be relieved of a sales tax and the maximum cost. The Best Back to School Shopping Tips at Consumerism Commentary. The Best Back to School Shopping Tips at Consumerism Commentary. Back to School Meal Time Ideas.

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Why Cheaper Isn’t Always Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We like to find good deals. Buying something cheap just because it’s a good deal falls into the category of “mindless consumerism” and it can lead to long-term money problems down the road. Do You Really Need That? Ask yourself if you would have bought it anyway. What will you use it for?

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P.E.P. for the Week of February 14-18/11-Planning Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? This is an awesome resource for me since we are always trying to find the best deal. A money deal among friends or family can really be a deal breaker. A few years ago my credit took a bit of a hit. I wasn’t managing my money very well.

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Delayed Gratification: A Strategy to Curb Over-Spending and Secure A Sound Financial Future

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The consumerism of the current financial climate drives us to acquire more and more ‘stuff’, whether we really need it or not. Another advantage of using delayed gratification is that you can often get a better deal because you didn’t rush into a purchase.

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