For the Mommas

JULY 28, 2012

You can get a totally free credit report (thru Experian and enter to win $250.00). More details: Education expenses seem to grow every year. Though they bring in great education value, they cost a lot. Credit Sesame wants to help you ease the ‘Back to School” stress. What does Credit Sesame do? FURBY is Back!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2013

If so, don’t miss YourFinancesSimplified’s guest post about whether or not student loan debt can hurt your credit score. These days, if you spend any time on most personal finance blogs, one of the author's main goals in life. Are you a current student or someone who’s currently paying off student loan debt?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

No surprise there; I write a blog about family life and finances. But with my corporate background and interest in personal finance, my husband and I agreed that I would handle all of the day-to-day financial tasks for our home. What does that person do in your home? After motherhood, this role was my dream job!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. My University Money: Should I Pursue a Co-op Education? There were 56 submissions this week.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. You will also start to repay the money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2013

One is for each person to separately create their own money story by thinking about things such as: 2 of your earliest money memories. what kind of emotional issues you have with money and what kind of financial education you received. He pays off his credit card BEFORE the statement comes! family stories about money.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 9, 2021

We didn’t carry over credit card balances, we paid off our car notes early, and the interest rate on the student loan was at a low 2.75%. We agreed that credit card debt wasn’t very smart, but a car loan? Our personal finances are so interwoven with our small business finances that we view them as one. Brain dump!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 23, 2015

If you take post secondary education, consider not only what you enjoy studying, but also what you can do with the education or training you receive from the studies. Educate yourself and your family in personal finance concepts. Choose the a career that pays. Life really is a journey that you only travel once.

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 25, 2012

Education expenses seem to grow every year. Credit Sesame wants to help you ease the Back to School financial strain. Don’t worry about raking up those credit card bills, or putting a dent in your savings. Credit Sesame will help you manage your finances, and unlock your credit potential.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 7, 2011

As usual there were a ton of great reads floating around the blogosphere written by my pals in the Yakezie network as well as some other personal finance bloggers. The best part is is that all of the changes are eligible for tax credits. Check out how you can win $500 to further your education and future. Going Green.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. Parents already know that back to school time is the second most expensive time of the year (right after the holidays).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Beating Broke tells us how we can improve our credit score by adding positive information. When you spend little of the credit you have, creditors look favourable on your because it tells them you are responsible. Sustainable Life Blog shares with us tips on how to repair our credit. We need to use credit to have a good score.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

The cost of college education is crushing and many parents feel compelled to assist or pay for the entire tuition. A few of my favorite personal finance books: The Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness , by Dave Ramsey. If not for that fund, we would most likely have used credit cards to survive.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Consumer Boomer presents How To Be Frugal With Your Credit Card posted at Consumer Boomer , saying, “Frugal use of a credit card can actually save you money rather than cost you money! And one of the best ways to do it is to use a 529 plan.&#. Here’s how…&#.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp. Using a student loan to get educated or re-educated in a new (presumably higher paying) field could also be a sure thing.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2012

Take the time to think it through, avoid impulse decisions like the plague and educate yourself in everyday financial matters. Don’t Use Credit For Evil Easy, readily-available credit has made it too simple for people to convince themselves that they can afford things that they could really do without.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Broke Professionals is a personal finance blog aimed at the over-educated and underpaid. On credit cards and debt: “Credit cards are the easiest way to get into trouble. My dad has worked for nearly 40 years as a School Custodian. He is one of my heroes. Stay out of debt in general.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

But you are a super busy parent, with work, continuing education, business travel, your kid’s other activities, church and the myriad of other things that demand your time and attention. Show the kids how you are paying and explain the concept (checks, cash, debit, credit, food stamps or whatever). Food Related. Kids Money.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

How about an education policy for the kids? Besides, paying off your debt and keeping it at a healthy minimum will help your credit score rating. With a better credit score rating, you have access to better financing options, which, in turn, can help you take advantage of future investment opportunities.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

The one who finds the item gets credit toward one kiss. The Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us 10 lists he hopes none of us follow when it comes to our money management. Canadian Dream shares with us the stages of personal finance. Yakezie - Scholarship for education. Managing Money.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. We, as a country, owe our young people a more comprehensive education. I grew up in banking and held other finance-related positions during my working years. That’s not right.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2012

Education is the key here. Educate yourself about financial matters as they apply to your circumstances. Everyone is different, so the strategies will be different for each person. Credit card debt remains at an all time high; this is the first debt to attack and get under control. I’m sure everyone.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

We all know that one of the best personal finance strategies is to have a budget and you’ve probably tried to create one at some time. is for ‘other’ expenses and this category includes things like education, gifts, vacations, personal care, tobacco and alcohol, contributions, personal insurances, pensions and miscellaneous expenses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

Take personal finances, for example; too many people over-think their finances, with the result that it all seems too hard. One of the simplest things you can do is to educate yourself about financial matters. Debit cards allow you 24/7 access to your own money and help to reduce the use of credit cards.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. Other factors, such as our own proprietary website rules and whether a product is offered in your area or at your self-selected credit score range, can also impact how and where products appear on this site.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. Other factors, such as our own proprietary website rules and whether a product is offered in your area or at your self-selected credit score range, can also impact how and where products appear on this site.

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