Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Most people are aware that going green not only saves the environment, it also saves money. However, the big Catch 22 with going green is that the upfront costs can be quite expensive. However, going green doesn’t mean you have to go all out. In fact, there are several ways that you can go green without going broke.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

From a money-saving and environment-friendly perspective, this may be the most obvious solution to making room in your budget in an eco-conscious manner. Energy efficient tax credits. While there have been some rollbacks on tax credits and deductions for energy efficient investments to your home, many still apply.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Here are some tips on how to save money on baby items. It’s tempting to rush out and start buying baby items from the moment that your pregnancy is confirmed but this will inevitably mean that you spend a considerable amount of money. So, how have you saved money on baby costs? 5 Ways to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used. Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

But did you know that Pinterest is also a fantastic resource for saving money? Whether you’re spending minutes or hours pinning photos of your favorite meals, outfits or vacation destinations, there is a wealth of money-saving knowledge floating around on those boards. Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2011

Equating credit cards and being eco-friendly may seem like a stretch, but there are many options available for those who are environmentally conscious and carrying plastic. As a matter of fact, a credit card might be a better idea all the way around for the environment. So what kind of credit cards do you have in your wallet?

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

My found money in August was made up of a lot of little amounts and unfortunately, was not as high as in previous months. I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to not only help us get through current higher food and gas prices but also to help us achieve our big financial goals. Show me the money!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2011

There are quite a few celebrities who have used their visibility to support good causes, like going green. might be the most famous and visible stars with a dedication to going green. Not one individual, but a large band that is dedicated to keeping their tours green. Do you know any other celebrities that have gone green?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 112th Best of Money Carnival. Starting a countdown from 10-1, here are my favorite 10 posts of the week: Number 10 : Jason at Live Real, Now shares with us his series on how to make extra money on line through niche selection. Number 8 : Glen at Free From Broke tells us what a credit card number is.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

This is the year that we will control our money and our debt and fear will not control us. I’ll continue to offer additional money saving tips, ideas, strategies and recipes like I always have, but I have some new themes that I will be starting next week. In 2015, Let’s Take Control of Our Money. Photo Credit: 2015.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

Wanna go green? And because the little things things in life can really add up, let’s look at how you can help to save the world using one tiny everyday thing: your credit card. How A Credit Card Could Reduce Your Carbon Footprint. Can something as small as using a credit card on everyday purchases help the environment?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

posted at Money Talks Coaching , saying, “Money and marriage. Savvy Scot controversially talks about how to spend money and what so many financial bloggers are doing wrong! Maria presents Politics and economy in the Eurozone part 1 posted at The Money Principle , saying, “The people have spoken in France and Greece.

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APRIL 6, 2016

And the bonus to starting these new habits is that you can save quite a bit of money too. So we’re helping the environment and saving money…it’s a win-win. 6 Everyday Changes that Save Money & Help our Planet. By eating your leftovers, you are saving money and avoiding the land fills.

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MARCH 2, 2013

Right now you can download a FREE Green Hill Celtic Music Sampler. You can still get a $1 MP3 credit when you download a qualifying FREE Android app from Amazon ! Thanks, Money Saving Mom ! A full album of 15 Celtic songs, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! Want even more FREE music? FREE Celtic Music Album Download!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Editors Picks: Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site shares 10 Phrases I have Used to Save Money. Really, we should all carry a cue card in a our wallet that we can just whip out and use anytime we have an opportunity to save money. Plus, being frugal can also be green which to me is really important.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

I am so passionate about going green that this post just hit me on the head. Jason Price from One Money Design interviews Chuck Bentley: The Root of Riches Book Interview. Chuck wrote the book to challenge how people think about money.&#. Your City or County May Have Free Money For You. A plan B is a must in any home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

I mean, I was living from pay check to pay check , always hoping I’d find whatever money I needed to pay the bills. See if you can identify with any of these statements: I spend more than I earn I don’t have a household budget I use credit cards all the time to buy everyday essentials like food, gas, transport. What about signs?

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 15, 2012

Right now when you sign up for Eversave you’ll get a FREE $10 credit which is valid site-wide for 30 days! You’ll be able to get some great deals with this credit, like this Plush Twilight Turtle with constellation night-light for just $5 shipped after credit! To get your credit, you must sign up through this link.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 24, 2019

These are typically marked with a green tag in stores and usually only earn 1 point per $1 spent. Each 1,000 points is equal to $1 in credit toward a future purchase. The post Walgreens 101 – How to Shop and Save Money at Walgreens! There are a few different ways to earn points: Shop & Activate Everyday Points Perks.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

Here are some deal ideas for today’s special offers: (5) 4-packs of Green Forest Bathroom Tissue $2.18 Thanks, Penny Pinchin’ Mom and Money Saving Mom ! Vitacost.com: FREE Shipping on Orders of $22 or More; $10 Credit to New Members is a post from Couponing 101. each. - $10 off coupon code. = $3.12

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

Money Cone: 9 Impulse Buys that Turned Out Better than Expected We’ve all bought stuff based on commercials that turned out nothing like how it was advertised. Live Real, Now: Make Extra Money, Part 6: Setting Up a Site In this installment of the Make Extra Money series, LRN is going to show you how to set up a WordPress site.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2011

My latest post at Money Crashers: "Keeping kids entertained indoors can be a challenge. Please head over to Money Crashers to continue reading, 10 Affordable and Green Arts and Crafts Ideas for Kids. Are you familiar with Money Crashers ? Finding fun activities for children in the summer, however, is not an issue.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

RT @ elle_cm A Dad’s Take on Pregnancy — Couple Money [link] #. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Totally Money Carnival # 5 [link] #. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Totally Money Carnival # 5 [link] #. RT @ danielpacker Carnival of Money Stories # 92 Super Bowl Edition [link] #.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 24, 2012

If you are feeling up to trying Homemade Marshmellow Peeps – here are a few ideas: Photo Credit: Hoosier Homemade . Photo Credit: Delicious Dishing . Photo Credit: Twig & Thistle . Join Pinecone Research to earn extra money. Patrick’s Day – Go “Greens” Recipes.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

These low-down payment loans include the: Conventional 97 mortgage: This conventional loan, backed by government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, requires just 3 percent down and a minimum credit score of 620. The money can only be used for your down payment and closing costs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 4, 2012

Not only can you find some really neat items but also have the opportunity to save a ton of money. I am curious, if you shop at thrift stores, what are some of things that you have found? Have you ever bought anything that was not on this list?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

Welcome to the 18th edition of the Totally Money Carnival. I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. t Paydown Your Credit Cards. FruGal presents Why you SHOULD sweat the small stuff when it comes to money – FruGal. You worked hard to get your excellent credit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Managing Money. We get a visual picture every month of where are finances are and what we have spent our money on. 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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 1, 2012

Instead of paying for more than what you can, or worse, postponing the date until you can save more money, there are ways to have the wedding of your dreams for less money. Making a wedding budget isn’t just about allocating a certain amount of money for the wedding but rather digging into every detail.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 15, 2011

Due to the recent high gas prices, he has been focused on researching gas credit card offers, most recently writing reviews of the 76 credit card and the Chase BP gas card. However he kindly reminds everyone that reducing your driving is the best way to save money on gas, as well as save the environment! What is Green Energy?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

Believe it or not, there are lots of ways to save money, no matter how much of it you have- or don’t have. I myself struggled for many years paying my own bills, but have since found numerous ways to save money. Not only does it save me money but it is also the greener choice. This can save you boatloads of money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2012

Some banks have previously lent money which has gone on to pay for rainforest deforestation. Tobacco If you are a non-smoker , you may not be happy to know that your money is being used to support this industry. Ethical Investing is Gaining Popularity It may seem impossible but it is possible to make money and do good at the same time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 7, 2011

Here are some of the hits from this week: Managing Money. Our friends over at Cheapism share with us 81 ways we can make the best use of our money. Financial Highway shares with us 3 ways we can actually save money all year long. The gang over at Money Crashers shares with us 3 kitchen gadgets that we should have in our house.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

Free Amazon Video on Demand Credit. Free Kindle eBook Let’s Get Real About Money!: Earn up to 110 points with RecycleBank’s Green Your School Contest. Free Blockbuster Express Rental with code ROCKNROLL. Free Children’s Downloads. Free Nail Polish from SaveMore. Free Personalized Elmo Song.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2012

Using thrift stores to find used furniture is a great idea for college students (living in apartments and rental houses) and young professionals/couples who want furniture but who do not want to spend a lot of money. Related posts: 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales. If so, what was your favorite find?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

7 Tips for Marital Money Bliss [link] #. Getting Started With Credit Repair [link] Don't give up. The Secret Chemicals in Cosmetics:<br />10 Easy Recipes for DIY Natural Beauty Products [link] Save money and stay gorgeous! #. Has money come between you and your friends? #. Thanks MDJ #. New to investing?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

We Saved Money With Our Artificial Tree. Living trees are grown through out Canada and North America as crops, providing green spaces near cities along with carbon eating capacity. Still, the artificial ones do save us money and are more convenient for us. How to Use a Credit Card to Save the World. ones do.

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