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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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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. Reuse and recycle – consumerism has taught us to throw away anything that is broken or that we no longer want or need.

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How to Embrace a Sustainable Living Lifestyle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

He describes sustainability as “shifting to a renewable energy-based, reuse/recycle economy with a diversified transport system” People often refer to their attempts at sustainability as “going green”, being eco-friendly or adopting an eco-living lifestyle.

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P.E.P. for the Week of February 7-11/11- Valentine’s Kiss Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Managing Money. The Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us 10 lists he hopes none of us follow when it comes to our money management. Me, I am between strategic spending and earning more money. Cash Flow Sherpas share with us two quick ways we can keep more money in our pockets. Where are you at?

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Having a Hard Time Getting By? 3 Budget Leaks You May Be Experiencing.

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Do you make enough money to cover your mortgage or rent, groceries, transportation, and other essential expenses, but find yourself on a treadmill of not being able to save? We used to be able to just go shopping when new needed something; every time you go and buy something you won’t use, you’re buying into our consumerism culture.

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How Denim Can Be Bad For The Environment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There are American denim mills and manufacturers out there, and that can cut down on the amount of transportation and carbon footprint your jeans leave behind. How we spend our money on consumable goods should match the things we are concerned about in life. Look for organic cotton denim. Go Green'

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