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Would You Live in the Past for Peace of Mind and Financial Well-Being?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Amy Dacyczyn, author of the 1990s wildly popular The Tightwad Gazette , once remarked that frugal living is often synonymous with green living. If you’re frugal, you’ll likely take steps to save money such as not using disposable products like paper napkins and paper towels. Of course, this makes sense.

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7 Ways to Reduce Household Waste

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When Buying Electronics, Choose Rechargeable Items. Whether it’s an electronic device that you can plug in to the wall or your computer, or whether it’s batteries you can take out and recharge, do what you can to avoid new batteries. Nor is it healthy. Shop with a List. Pay Attention to Packaging. You can do the same.

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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

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Electronics. We’re fortunate to have an aunt and uncle who love to have the latest electronics and cameras. I love buying electronics this way rather than paying the high sticker price. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. Kitchen Appliances.

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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

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Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics. There are many consumer electronics items that you can purchase used. My husband and I purchased refurbished computers. Our tablet, laptops, and desktop are all refurbished. Baby Items.

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Simple Things You Can Do to Be Environmentally Friendly and Save Money

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The truth is, there are plenty of things our grandparents and great grandparents did that were eco-friendly and frugal that we can easily do today. So often, being environmentally friendly and saving money go hand in hand. That’s good for the Earth and for personal finances. Hang clothes to dry. Make your own laundry soap.

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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

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Practically every site I checked recommended waiting to buy brand name TVs until the electronics show in mid-January takes place. Spending our precious and all too limited time searching online and in stores. Sometimes, as we shop we see things we would like to own and decide to treat ourselves with a gift or two as well. I know I do.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

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Box are some of my favorite authors) and I use the library to borrow both regular books and electronic resources. Box are some of my favorite authors) and I use the library to borrow both regular books and electronic resources. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? Tell us a little about yourself Hello, everyone!