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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. Between credit card offers in the mail promising great rewards and the ability to borrow money for next to nothing, debt can be enticing. My experiences with debt have been 100% negative. When I was 18, I got my first credit card. Money Tips'

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

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Flexo from Consumerism Commentary asks us if we should combine money with our spouses ? Barbara Friedberg discusses risk vs. reward and how to determine which route to take. That’s it for the round up but before you go make sure to check out the current giveaways for your chance to win. Interesting perspective.

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

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For instance, a kiss for each cigarette not smoked, putting the toilet seat down, and/or every phone call kept under three minutes is rewarded with a kiss. Frugal Dad reminds us that the war on debt starts at home and until we make changes there, we are never going to win the battle. Where are you at? I am a firm believer in diaries.

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