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Reasons to Avoid Debt in 2014

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’m sure you’ve heard: household debt is on the rise and consumerism is everywhere. I was so excited to have the freedom the book hotels in advance, shop online, and be the age of majority that I didn’t really take the time to research credit cards or learn how to use one. My experiences with debt have been 100% negative.

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Why Cheaper Isn’t Always Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

By spending a little more on garden tools, we have higher quality items that don’t break as we use them. Indeed, our neighbor, who buys the cheapest he can find, has been through three sets of tools in the last seven years. Pay a little extra for a hotel closer to a downtown area and public transit? Sign me up!