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Why Save Money in a Low Interest Rate Environment?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My grown kids are also savers and I have high hopes that the grandchildren will follow their example. Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. Financial moves in a low interest rate economy. Of course, depending on what we buy, we may experience some buyers remorse.

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How to Handle the Stock Market Roller Coaster Ride?

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I may replenish our supply of fuel oil, matches, candles, lamp oil and wicks. Some of you may know that I am on a mission to build wealth across generations in my family. Write down my life experiences on economic downturns for the future benefit of my grandchildren. It’s Time to Re-Stock for Emergencies.

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What Is National Financial Literacy Month?

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Increased financial literacy empowers individuals to make wise financial decisions and reduces the confusion caused by an increasingly complex economy. A greater understanding of, and familiarity with, financial markets and institutions will lead to increased economic activity and growth.

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Stay the Course Financially

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My grandchildren’s other set of grandparents are just one example. San Francisco’s Federal Reserve published a report: Consumers and the Economy, Part I: Household Credit and Personal Saving examining the relationship between the availability of credit and the household savings rate.