The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Megan emailed me a little nervously because she and her husband are not super-duper frugal. But this is “Meet A Reader” not, “Meet Only Super Frugal Readers” There are all sorts of reasons people hang out here, and some of those reasons have nothing to do with frugality. ? So, here’s Megan!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Because so many people are living on incomes that cannot support their spending habits; living on borrowed money, moving money from account to account, buying, spending, hiding the bills, and eventually the ‘dog of debt’ will catch up to you and bite you right in your credit report. Buy Store Brands.

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JANUARY 21, 2015

Today’s debt free story is from Aja. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off about $110K worth of debt. We paid down mostly student loans, vehicles and business credit card debt ( we already own a home outright ). What inspired you to get debt free? Where are you from?

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JUNE 16, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Lydia. She blogs about living a limitless life on a limited budget at Frugal Debt Free Life. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $36,000 in student loans, credit cards, cars and a bit of medical debt. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. About the Author: Tony Standin is a personal finance writer who loves to save money, live an eco-friendly life, and enjoy time with his family. Go Frugal'

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 24, 2012

Let’s be honest, saving money for me has always been a struggle. I was raised with frugal parents that tried to install in me proper money management and even though I always paid off everything on time, I never managed to save money. I’m currently taking care of my debt one month at a time.

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MAY 28, 2019

adults have credit card debt, kids might not be learning the best financial lessons to set them up for future success. While the stakes may seem small now, the lessons can carry over later to help your children save for college or their first house. They soak up the language, beliefs, and habits of the people around them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: David Bakke enjoys living frugally in Atlanta and frequently shares his best financial tips and experiences on Money Crashers , an online resource ranked as one of the top personal finance blogs online. In fact, it’s easy to lose money in an attempt to be frugal. Sacrificing Ethics.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2011

Since we work so hard for our money, does it not make sense to care for it as best as we can? It is important to know how to manage our money effectively so that we can max out it’s possibilities. Saving money has always been important in our household so we have learned some great tips over the years on how to do just that.

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MARCH 5, 2013

Are you looking for ways to stretch your budget, increase your income and save money on a variety of household expenses? This week only, get all 5 ebooks for just $7.40 (a savings of more than 70%)! This handbook will take you through your first shopping trips from start to finish to show you just how easy saving can be!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 271st Festival of Frugality-10 Movies, 10 Lessons Edition. Some people take spending and greed to a limit they shouldn’t and others become so extreme in frugality that they forget to enjoy living life. This week I have included some movie clips of the 10 best movies about money and what they taught us.

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JULY 26, 2011

Today, you can pick up pretty much any book, newspaper, or magazine and find an article about getting out of debt. Did you know that: * Nellie Mae reports that the average amount of credit card debt held by college graduates is $2,700. * USA Today reports that the average college graduate owes about $19,000 in student loan debt. . *

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 6, 2013

My friend Jackie over at The Debt Myth has created a Pay Off Debt App which I think is very cool. She has lived the journey of being sunken in debt and then freeing herself and now she is trying to help others do the same with her new app. Get some ideas in Jen from Money Rebound’s post about Simple Ways to Save Money.

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

20 Tips for Frugal Living. Living frugally allows you to not only spend less than what you earn, but also allows you to earn less. You can use the difference in income to pay off debt, save or invest. You have more options with a frugal lifestyle. And if you rent, save money and then invest the difference.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2016

I know many of you are in similar situations of needed to save, but wanting to pay off debt, and eventually be able to put money in savings. Although I don’t claim to be an expert, I have learned many money saving tips through the past 7 years of running this frugal blog. Homemade Baby Wipes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 12, 2015

So, if you are a non-traditional student here are some tips that can help you make your time in school successful and frugal. You don’t want to waste any money pursuing a degree for a career that doesn’t have any growth potential. You obviously don’t want to re-take any classes as that wouldn’t be frugal.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. She writes at her personal finance website, And Then We Saved. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free? If married, who initiated the debt free goal?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2012

My University Money included the guest post, Insuring Your Car: Online Car Insurance versus Insurance Agent in the Carnival of Financial Camaraderie #16. The Frugal Toad graciously included the guest post, How to Save Money on Food Costs in the Festival of Frugality #319 as did My Wealth Builder in The Wealth Builder Carnival #62.

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JANUARY 20, 2017

I love her passion for helping others along their debt free journey. Krystal & Josh’s Debt Free Story. frugal and are careful not to spend on frivolous things. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? It took us four years, but we paid off over $80,000 of debt! We are debt.

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JANUARY 4, 2011

I have a few tips for saving money (and your sanity!) Shopping a little bit at a time over the course of the year can be easier for some people than paying one lump sum at the end of the year (and potentially using credit cards and going into debt.) or trying to save a little money each month to pay for gifts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Read about how Amanda at Frugal Confessions just kicked her 9-5 to the curb (a guest post on You Only Do This Once). Paying off debt is hard to do. Read John’s post about his stumbles on the way to paying off his debt at The Money Principle. How to Save Money Visiting Yellowstone National Park.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 26, 2011

0 saves Save. 6 Ways to Save Money On a Gym Membership [link] #. Reading: Carnival of Money Stories # 94 Introspective Edition [link] by @ InvestItWisely # Yakezie Get your cup of coffee out. #. Reader Asks About Selling Home to Pay Off Debt – [link] I agree. Cool Things I Read This Week [link] #.

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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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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 8, 2011

Saving Money as the Host/Hostess! Saving Money As a Guest! So, now you know what you can do to save money when throwing a party. Can you save money? This may seem like an odd way to save money – but it isn’t saving money for you but really helping out your host/hostess.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is a guest post from Chris Peach. She’s a television news anchor, I’m a firefighter, and together we made great money. We sat down at our kitchen table, took out a simple white piece of paper, and penned out a contract to ourselves: It was our Get Out Debt Contract. That’s crazy, right?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Amy at Money Mishaps highlights the Airline Fees That Might Actually Be Worth Paying For just in time for your holiday travels. Bob from Dwindling Debt wants to know, Can you Really Go Contract Free with your Smart Phone? 8 Ways to Save on Fuel. What Our Parents Taught Us About Money. Frugal Date Nights.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 14, 2014

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. If money is really tight this Christmas, use your imagination (and Pinterest) to think of gift ideas that are really inexpensive or FREE. Let us know in the comments.

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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. The site has grown and changed so much and I owe it all to you, my readers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 27, 2011

It goes without saying that taking the most direct route to work is most cost-effective, fuel-wise… but planning your commute to enable timely stops to the market or to pay bills on your way to or from work can save money as well. Does the organization you work for actively practice earth-friendly ways to save money and energy?

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 18, 2012

Some of the most common resolutions is to save more money, spend less money, or pay off credit card debt. You should of course start the New Year off by visiting a site like www.comparethemarket.com right away to check on areas of your budget that you could save money on. Make Them a Habit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Frugality may be just what most of us need. Here are five simple steps to achieve frugal living. Spending more than you can afford will definitely put you either in grave debt, or it can even make you bankrupt at some point. 5 Ways To Save Money In College How To Be a Frugal Family. Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Whether you want to pay off debt or save for retirement or get a new TV, you have to be in agreement on the big stuff. It does you know good if you want to live a frugal lifestyle, and you keep trying to save money, if your spouse isn’t on board. All of the worn-out money advice still applies.

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Creating a holiday budget can help you control your spending and make sure you get all of the items you need while staying out of debt or overspending. A debt free holiday is a feeling that money can’t buy! ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. All rights reserved.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

It’s no secret, I am fascinated, encouraged, and border-line obsessed with debt freedom. The idea of becoming debt free makes me downright giddy. So I love to hear the success stories of others who have found debt freedom. What did they specifically do to become debt free? 10 Smart Ways to Become Debt Free.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2012

Penniless Parenting hosted the Festival of Frugality – Life Stages Edition and included YFS’ post, Thrifty Ways to Save on Travel. Sustainable Personal Finance included YFS’ post, Frugal Anniversary Gift Ideas that Will Win Her Over in the Carnival of Personal Finance #349.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 14, 2011

Personal Finance around the web: Festival of Frugality at Cash Money Life. I did get a little web reading done and my babe is feeling much better. Lots of great posts. How to Take Control of Your Finances in 2011 at Get Rich Slowly. A must read!

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APRIL 2, 2022

Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag – This is a fun frugal summer activity for the kids. Front-Yard Landscaping: 15 Tips To Help You Design Your Landscape and Save Money. They’re all designed to help you save money, pay off debt, and achieve your financial goals, so please take advantage of them.

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