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Savings Corner

Transportation: Unless you’re lucky enough to work from home, you will need to factor in transportation costs when deciding where to live. You could eat out less, cut back on takeout and cook more often. For homeowners, there are more expenses to consider than just the monthly mortgage payment.

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Needs vs. Wants

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Home offices. Yes more folks work from home these days and the tax laws encourage setting aside a space to dedicate to a home office. Even though most families cooked and ate at home back then, kitchens were pretty basic. I managed with one until I was 30. But do you need a whole room dedicated to it?

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Growing up in the 1950?s

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There were no day care centers – women stayed home and raised the kids. Working from home usually meant selling stuff door to door. Toni home perms were prevalent. Hair cuts were done at home by a family member. People cooked and ate at home. They used aprons over them when they cooked.

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