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19 Articles to Help You Prepare for Back to School

Family Balance Sheet

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. How To Save Money on School Supplies at Green Back Gal. 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

I do try to get good value for my money, and I do try to get the best possible price for what I want, but I don’t always subscribe to the idea that cheaper is better. I know people who are perfectly happy flying a red-eye, and glad to save the money. Go Frugal Money Tips' I’ve never been much of a frugalista.

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Ways to Have a Green Christmas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It’s cold out, so we idle our cars for longer periods of time to get them warmed up and then idle while we wait for somebody else to make us food so we don’t have to get out of the car. The amount of wrapping paper that this continent uses is absolutely disgusting, and it’s a complete waste of resources and money.

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The good news is that many of the changes you can make will also save you money and may even help you live a healthier lifestyle. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time. Processed food uses vast amounts of energy in its production, making it an unsustainable commodity.

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Live Green and Get More Green in Your Wallet

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As the readers of Prairie EcoThrifter know: money, or lack thereof, is driving many people to become more frugal. However, it’s not just lack of money that makes people want to cut back, re-purpose, or live within their means… it’s also a case of wanting to be ecologically responsible. Avoid Consumerism. In the U.S.,

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P.E.P. for Week of January 10-14/11-Seeking Balance Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are the interesting reads floating around cyberspace this week: Money Management. Flexo from Consumerism Commentary asks us if we should combine money with our spouses ? Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us what he has learned about money management over the years. Money Crush tells us the secret to success.

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

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We are co-hosting a bday party for a dear friend of mine this Saturday and we are in charge of all the food. Managing Money. We get a visual picture every month of where are finances are and what we have spent our money on. Mom Vesting talks to us about bringing the subject of money up with your spouse. Watson Inc.

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