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It’s Not Too Late to Save for the Holidays

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You could also make coupons for your services such as “one free night of babysitting” for a couple with young children. Eating out is usually a large expense for most people. Eating out is usually a large expense for most people. Take on extra work. Can you work extra hours at your job?

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Three Reasons I Prefer Experiences to Things

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

While my husband does enjoy some experiences, like eating out and going to sporting events, he enjoys collecting things quite a bit. For my husband, being able to have something tangible to show for his money — something he can pull out and look at — is a Big Deal. Are You Cut Out For Working From Home?

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Growing up in the 1950?s

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There were no day care centers – women stayed home and raised the kids. Working from home usually meant selling stuff door to door. Toni home perms were prevalent. Hair cuts were done at home by a family member. There wasn’t a restaurant on every corner and people didn’t eat out much.

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Needs vs. Wants

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Home offices. Yes more folks work from home these days and the tax laws encourage setting aside a space to dedicate to a home office. Obviously, back in the days of our parents and grandparents, the only TV channels available were the free ones over the air, and they didn’t carry round the clock programming.

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