Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2014

With tax time right around the corner, Oscar at Money is the Root highlights 5 Questions that All Taxpayers Should be Asking. Considering Lending Money to a Family Member? Do you have a credit score that needs some love? Read Carmen’s post, How Do I Improve My Credit Score? Should You Save Or Invest Your Money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2011

Americans historically have not haggled for better prices on most items. To keep up we need to learn that negotiation (aka haggling) is acceptable, expected and useful. We need to practice haggling. It was humiliating to have to haggle. Negotiation saves you money or gets you what you want or need. Other Tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2013

Read up on emergency fund basics at Money Smart Guides. If so, don’t miss YourFinancesSimplified’s guest post about whether or not student loan debt can hurt your credit score. If you need more incentive, check out I Heart Money’s 5 reasons to start a budget for 2013. How much money can you live off of?

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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. ” Amy from Money Mishaps shares how Online Shopping Can Save You Tons.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2012

When you are buying ‘needs’, shop around for the best deal and the best value for money. When you are shopping for ‘wants’, stop and think carefully before you hand over your money. Buying on credit is spending money you don’t have; in many cases, it is spending money you may never have which means a bad result in the end.

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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. Are Credit Cards From Grocery Stores Worth It? Set a Budget – Set a budget before you leave and bring cash.

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Koupon Karen

APRIL 18, 2024

Benefits of Using Voucher Codes and Coupons Strategic employment of available voucher codes, coupons, and promotions generates manifold financial benefits: Save Money Most obviously, discounts directly reduce prices paid at checkout. Points earned thereafter are redeemed toward statement credits or other benefits.

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