Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2012

While many personal finance sites focus on things such as getting out of debt, saving for retirement, and investing, what really matters to me the most is how we can live healthy prosperous lives. In addition a couple fantastic personal finance books are also up for grabs. Bonus Prize Yes there is a bonus.

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Prizes Personal Finance Finance Giveaway 274

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 3, 2012

My post, How to Network at Work and Increase Your Influence was included in the Carnival of Money Pros hosted by Money Cone as well as the Financial Carnival for Young Adults #10 hosted by 20’s Finances as well as Carnival of Financial Camaraderie #31 hosted by 101 Centavos.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2011

My goal here at PET is to bring a wide range of viewpoints and strategies to the world of personal finance, living green, saving money, and being healthy. Derek blogs at Life And My Finances. He utilizes his collegiate degree in finance to help others around the world with their personal finances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

I remember the old S&H Green Stamp days when folks would paste their little green stamps (which they go from buying stuff) in a book which could then be redeemed for more merchandise available from the catalog. Loyalty programs have been around for a long time.

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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. 20′s Finances: Hiring a Property Manager: What it Offers You Real Estate Investments can be time consuming.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 26, 2012

Many thanks to Tackling Our Debt who hosted the Yakezie Carnival – Have Fun Edition and included Jana’s post, Green Energy Jobs: What Are Your Options? One Cent at a Time hosted the Carnival of Financial Planning – Edition #228 and included Latisha’s post, Financial Advisor or Discount Broker?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 26, 2011

Reader Asks About Selling Home to Pay Off Debt – [link] I agree. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Carnival of Personal Finance # 297 [link] #. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Canadian Finance Carnival # 24 [link] #. RT @ Green_Panda Handling Your Finances – What is Being Frugal?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2011

Sustainable Personal Finance. He also blogs about multiple topics, not just personal finance, which gives his blog an added appeal. His slogan is “I blog about finances, health and the environment, and try to focus on the places where they all intersect.&# Canadian Finance Blog. Broke Professionals.

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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. JD Roth over at Get Rich Slowly tells us how we can take control of our finances in 2011. Going Green. Reducing Debt. Now how about that?! Investing Wisely.

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January Personal Finance Finance Green And Frugal 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 3, 2011

Thanks to No Debt MBA for including my post How to Give to Charity Without Spending Money in the Best of Money Carnival Top 10. Many thanks to Jacob at My Personal Finance Journey for including the post Is Going Green Killing Our Economy in this week’s Yakezie Carnival.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We get a visual picture every month of where are finances are and what we have spent our money on. We have more stable careers, we have no debt (other than our mortgage), and we own a home. I knew his determination and focus was something to remember, but I never thought of it in relation to finances. Going Green.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

If you’re in the market for a new car, make sure to read Grayson’s post where he wonders, Should You Pay Cash or Finance Your Next Vehicle? at Debt Roundup. The Green Option That Saves You Money: Paper Magazines vs Digital. PET Archives : Do I Really Spend US$27,288 Each Year on My Child?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

Number 9 : Frugal Living tells us to let the dark night guide our finances. 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. Well it does. How about you?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2011

Canadian Finance Blog tells us how our spare change can really add up. Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us what he has learned about money management over the years. Bucksome Boomer shares with us how to revolutionize our finances using our savings. Going Green. Reducing Debt. He just turned 50 this week.

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January Personal Finance Green And Frugal Finance 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

Failure to monitor your consumption expenditures means that they are flying blindly regarding their future finances. ’ Financial Planning Ashley presents Should I Get Married with Debt? . ’ Financial Planning Ashley presents Should I Get Married with Debt? ” A Blinkin presents Should I Buy A House?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 17, 2013

Student Debt Survivor recently had a milestone birthday. Finance Fox has a question for you: Are money and success the same thing ? Will a “green” car really save you money? Managing Debt Is A Marathon Not A Sprint. Read what to do with it from Investing for College Students. How to volunteer more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2012

If you are currently looking to adopt an ethical approach to your finances, you have probably already got some areas that you want to exclude. Third World Debt Is there a commitment to helping third world countries tackle their debt crises? Islamic Banking This is based on similar principles to ethical financial management.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

Going Green. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us to stop smoking. Reducing Debt. Eventually you will have to pay off your debt and if you have let it get out of control, you are going to be in for a real surprise. I say, set your priorities and pick your purchases wisely and by doing so you can avoid debt for good.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2011

How to Save Money shares with us how we can keep our finances safe when buying items online. We personally use Quicken and we find it works great for reviewing our finances. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us how they make healthy lunches from home and save. Going Green. Reducing Debt. What did you do?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

Like I state on my About page , I was in debt and living a life that didn’t satisfy me. Statistics show that nearly one in two Americans are in serious financial problems due to their debt levels. Stop making excuses, don’t justify your situation and avoid adding more debt into the mix. So, how did you do?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Retirement lingo can get confusing if you are just starting out learning about finances. Punch Debt in the Face tells us why no spend challenges are for wussies. Personal Finance by the Book tells us how we can save money where we least expect it. Going Green. Moolanomy asks if the cost of building green is worthwhile?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

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. Frugal Dad reminds us that the war on debt starts at home and until we make changes there, we are never going to win the battle. Going Green.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

As with most popular sites on the web, Pinterest has become a channel for online retailers, so if I were to purchase everything that I liked exactly at the price I find it, it’s safe to say that I’d quickly be broke or worse, back in credit card debt. Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Building a college finance fund takes dedication and consistency. But those can saddle your children with debt for 20 years or more! Related posts: 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales. 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Personal Finances – A Thrifty Lifestyle Is A Sustainable Lifestyle Our economic stability is also a key aspect in maintaining a healthy outlook and plays an integral part in a sustainable lifestyle. Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 27, 2011

Shopping over your lunch hour can rack up mounds of debt, simply because impulse shopping involves random purchases of merchandise we have little need for. Pare down your weekday expenditures by planning one day a week to eat lunch out of the office with your co-workers. Your wallet will thank you for it! The Buddy System.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. I grew up in banking and held other finance-related positions during my working years.

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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. I did this yeas ago when I was in debt and it made paying off the debt a reality.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2011

The Centsible Life shares with us 5 tips for managing the family finances. My hubby and I sit down and talk about our finances once a week. How do you manage your family finances? Free Money Finance shares with us why instant gratification is killing us. Going Green. Reducing Debt. Managing Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2011

Personal Finance by the Book shares with us the nuts and bolts of budgeting and how we can be best equipped to manage our money better. Bucksome Boomer tells us how we can revolutionize our finances when it comes to insurance. Going Green. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us how we can make our own cleaning products.

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