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Why Cheaper Isn’t Always Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

No matter how cheap it is, if it isn’t a planned purchase, you are still spending money — not saving it. 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. Go Frugal Money Tips'

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

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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. Being Environmentally Friendly Saves Money. It’s easier to go out a buy a new one, right?

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How to Embrace a Sustainable Living Lifestyle

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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

Own the Dollar tells us how we can save $50 a day. How to Save Money shares with us how shopping at Costco can save us cash. The Saved Quarter tells us how we can save money on laundry. From my own experience, any tips you can find on saving money on your wedding are invaluable.

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

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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? There are a lot of ways that we humans waste money but these are the hugest budget drainers. Money Tips' Brown Bagging.

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