Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

While the plot, acting, music composition, and special effects are normally what others focus on when watching this movie, there are actually quite a few lessons in personal finance that can be learned from The Dark Knight as well. Number 8 : Glen at Free From Broke tells us what a credit card number is. Well it does.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 5, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. Living below your means is the foundation of personal finance. Treat credit wisely.

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DECEMBER 28, 2016

If you’re thinking about some resolutions for 2017 that have to do with YOUR finances, then I’m inviting you to join me in January for the New Year New You Financial Summit. Monday, January 9: 12pm EST: Tips for Tackling Credit Card Debt with LaTisha Styles. Don’t worry, you don’t have to go anywhere.

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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. In our neighborhood folks buy really nice name brand clothing for their kids. Involve Your Child in Planning and Budgeting.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 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. Personal Finance Whiz : What Is An Emergency Fund? Do you review your finances monthly?

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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.

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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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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Use Cash Every time you use your credit card, you are paying interest on that purchase. Spending hard cash is much harder than swiping your credit card. Once I have that figure in mind, I come up with another number—an amount that can be taken out of the family paychecks without leaving my kids destitute.

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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. I loved that series as a kid.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

Getting Started With Credit Repair [link] Don't give up. RT @ wellheeledblog Carnival of Personal Finance: Cupid Edition | Well Heeled Blog [link] #. Festival of Frugality # 268 – Cheapskate Jake Edition – February 15th, 2011 – My Personal Finance J. there is hope to get back on your feet #.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

I know there are many reasons for the dire savings rates: kids, household projects, kids, pets, kids, caring for an aging parent, kids, medical issues, and kids. I hear people say, “how am I supposed to save for retirement AND raise my kids, save for their college, AND still enjoy the present moment?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

You want your kid to be financially savvy. 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. Kids this age can start to learn that we can get things by trading. Food Related.

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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! Download a form and get something set up to protect your kids and assets.&#. Here’s how…&#.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

Jester presents The Importance of Vacations For Kids posted at The Ultimate Juggle , saying, “This article explains the reasons that we prefer to take destination oriented vacations for the kid’s sake. Do you have thousands of dollars worth of student loan debt and/or credit card debt? Readon for some great bonuses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2013

In Silver Spoon Kids - How Successful Parents Raise Responsible Children by Eileen Gallo, P.H.D. One is for each person to separately create their own money story by thinking about things such as: 2 of your earliest money memories. He pays off his credit card BEFORE the statement comes! And Jon Gallo, J.D,

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

My grown kids are also savers and I have high hopes that the grandchildren will follow their example. 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. Trepidation about having the grand-kids open a savings account.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Since there seems to be so much in the news lately about credit cards- the good ones, the bad ones, the ugly ones, the fee free ones, the reward ones, the secured ones, etc. I figured I would talk about credit cards as today’s theme. Funancials : Should I Cancel My Credit Card? Take a moment to watch them.

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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. This is how I put two kids through college and raised a family. He is one of my heroes. Stay out of debt in general.

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 31, 2012

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 24, 2012

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Saving With Shellie

JULY 23, 2014

Besides games for my kids, money-saving apps are the majority of the apps I have on my phone. Open an account, add your bank, credit, loan and retirement accounts and Mint will automatically pull in and categorize your transactions. It’s safe, secure and easy to keep your personal finances organized.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I’m in my 60’s, I’ve been married to the love of my life for 44 years and we have two adult “kids.” We consider her our “bonus kid” and our family is extremely close. I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) Our son is 29 and biological. Alan doesn’t share that regret. Go figure.

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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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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 17, 2012

FREE 2 year subscription to Kiplingers personal finance. Amazon mp3 credit by following Pepsi on twitter , and post a tweet that includes this text: #PepsiMusicNOW and they will direct message you a code that you can redeem on amazon here. FREE $20 Rookie USA gift card - a store that will be opening for kids this Fall.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. Today along with the great tips from my fellow personal finance bloggers, I am going to share with you six ways you can clean up your finances this season. t Paydown Your Credit Cards. Save Money this Spring: #2.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Kids rapidly learn how to separate you from your money. Most parents don’t think they have time to teach personal finance. As with us, most of them are too busy juggling jobs, school, kids, parents and all of the mundane everyday tasks that go along with those. Who has time to teach a kid about money market funds?

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

I am the oldest of seven kids (yes, we all have the same parents – I get asked that quite a bit!). I work in Finance/Accounting for a large corporation but I have also started a company called Every Single Dollar , which focuses on personal finance for single women. I will NEVER finance a car again.

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JUNE 2, 2016

At the same time my credit card debt was slowly creeping upward too thanks to my minimal income. Many personal finance bloggers talk about having a “no spend week” – well basically I had a “no spend” five years! To take the kids to the movies on the weekend. Initially it all seemed fine.

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