Family Balance Sheet

JULY 10, 2023

I locked in the CD at my local credit union where it will earn 4.75% during that time frame. My plan is to use this cash first as it will come to term around the same time we will need to make the first college payment. I was leaving money on the table before April and I’m glad I researched for opportunities.

Frugal 100

Frugal June Flights CD 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

When I was 18, I got my first credit card. 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. Money Tips'

Debt 206

Debt 2014 Credit Cards Consumerism 206

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 24, 2015

Have you ever had to listen to a dinner companion brag about the ‘free’ trip they took with their cash back reward cards, or watched as the person in front of you pondered which of the dozens of cards in their wallet they should use for this particular purchase? I don’t use cash back credit cards.

Credit Cards 100

Credit Cards Credit Used Airline 100

Koupon Karen

APRIL 18, 2024

Typical examples include: $5 off $25 Purchase Buy One Get One 50% Off Free Item with $50 Order Essentially transaction-specific “gift certificates,” coupons enable one-time use savings on consumer packaged goods, restaurant orders, services, and more. Research factors big for major buys. Subscribing fuels the savings habit.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Consumer Discount 52