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How To Haggle For A Bargain

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I always use the example of big ticket items like furniture and electronics. Again, you want to always be polite when asking for a discount. Quantity Discount. This is the notion that the more you buy, the bigger the discount you should ask for. This tip is always worth a shot, especially at big box electronics stores.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Parents already know that back to school time is the second most expensive time of the year (right after the holidays).

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Hippo Insurance Review 2024 | Bankrate

Savings Corner

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. At a glance Bankrate’s take Hippo takes a modern approach to home insurance by offering innovative coverage options and a host of potential discounts. Hippo calculates the discounts you qualify for during the online quote process.

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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Practically every site I checked recommended waiting to buy brand name TVs until the electronics show in mid-January takes place. On their personal finance site, US News suggested that some kids get games they don’t want and can’t be returned. Snag a discounted gift card online. Brand name TVs. Other tips.

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An Easy Way to Save for Irregular Expenses

For the Mommas

In personal finance, a sinking fund is a savings account that is designated specifically for an irregular expense. The key is to figuring out what works and not discounting the value of finding a couple dollars here and a couple dollars there! Selling on eBay, Amazon or Craigslist. Bank Your Savings.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Box are some of my favorite authors) and I use the library to borrow both regular books and electronic resources. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. Yup, I’m a voracious reader. Tent camping is even less expensive.)

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Allstate Insurance Review 2024 | Bankrate

Savings Corner

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. Allstate offers a healthy selection of discounts, many of them linked to how you choose to pay your premium. Anti-theft device discount Caret Down Having an anti-theft device in your car might help you save money on your insurance.