Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

We have a fairly modest home. For someone of our income level, a home that is less than 2,000 square feet is considered a bit “small.” ” Having a big home isn’t a priority, though. Eating out a few times a month. They are our first priorities. Travel, which my son and I enjoy.

Emergency Fund 202

Emergency Fund Budgeting Budget Psychology 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Limit eating out and the activities that are outside your budget such as expensive movies and far away vacations. During weekends and family days, you can set-up some fun activities at home to lessen the expenses. Tone Down Your Entertainment Expenses Spending quality time with your family doesn’t have to be expensive.

Frugal 189

Frugal Family Budgeting Budget 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

I drop a bundle each year (both money and time) on my week long Grandma Rie’s Money Camp where I try to help the kids learn about and experience personal finance concepts. Money Tips'

Grandchildren 220

Grandchildren Grandkids Kids and Family Parenting 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

Where ever your child is on the learning continuum – here are some ideas on ways to teach personal finance without spending (much) extra time specifically on it. When you get home with the groceries. While you are eating supper. Org – Various resources to teach personal finance. Food Related.

Money 187

Money Parenting Kids and Family Gasoline 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

After that, while you all primed and interested in personal finance, continue and read the awesome articles that were written across the web this week regarding personal finance and enhancing your lifestyle. After checking and rechecking and I discover the real cost of eating out!

Credit Cards 220

Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

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. In my spare time, I love hanging out with family and friends, running (I have completed three half marathons) and singing in my church choir.

Credit Cards 100

Credit Cards Debt Debt Free Student 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 2, 2016

Many personal finance bloggers talk about having a “no spend week” – well basically I had a “no spend” five years! That meant no vacations, no new clothes, no eating out, nothing. To go for a meal out, or grab take-out on the way home. Try not to feel overwhelmed.

Debt 100

Debt Finds Debt Free Pay Off Debt 100