Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp. Trepidation about having the grand-kids open a savings account.

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Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2013

Anytime you automate a portion of your finances, you need to be aware of your cash flow. How does your money move through your personal economy? Remember that personal finance is, in fact, personal. How to Prevent Three Common Disastrous Personal Financial… Money Tips' How do you make it work?

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Bills Credit Cards Finance Credit 271

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 27, 2011

Whether by bus, trolley, train or auto, the need to get to work hits everyone hard in a depressed economy. 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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

With the economy of the last few years, it is often more necessity (than spoiling) for grandparents to help supply living expenses for grandchildren. 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.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

The category that we weighed the heaviest was affordability, to reflect the challenges that so many Americans face in today’s economy. At the same time, inflation has rocked Americans’ wallets over the last two years, leaving many feeling behind on their retirement and looking for ways to stretch their savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

Wayne presents Unexpected Costs of Pet Ownership posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Pet ownership can be quite expensive. Maria presents Politics and economy in the Eurozone part 1 posted at The Money Principle , saying, “The people have spoken in France and Greece. Can you blame them?

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Money May 2012 Debt 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2012

Consider it insurance and don’t fret that it’s only earning measly interest in a savings account. You’ll save money in interest and reduce your liability if times get tough. Change Your Behaviour It has been said that personal finance is 20% knowledge and 80% behavior. I’m sure everyone.

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Koupon Karen

APRIL 18, 2024

In today’s economy, with rising prices across sectors, consumers invariably seek ways to stretch their budgets further. Among the most popular and effective savings strategies revolve around voucher codes and coupons. Percentage and dollar-based vouchers increase savings further when applied to already-sale or clearance items.

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