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Competing With Yourself To Save On Utility Bills

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I note the date of each bill along with the total (before taxes) for each month. Most all electronics sit idle in “stand-by mode” most of the time, sipping up that juice from the electric grid. - While I don’t measure recyclables, I do keep track of how much trash I dispose of each week. If you have ceiling fans, use them.

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Shed, Shred, and Get Ahead in 2013

Nicoles Nickels

Staples recently launched its Binder Recycling Program, which gives customers $2 off the purchase of a new binder for each binder they bring in to a Staples store to recycle. Get Ahead – The New Year is also a good time to make sure electronic files are secure and protected. Love this saying!

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Shellie’s Favorite 5 Deals

Saving With Shellie

It’s the Tax Day Edition! :: Lowe’s: FREE Tree on Earth Day – This year Lowe’s is celebrating Earth Day in a big way by giving away one million free trees. You need to bring in five plastic bags for recycling in order to be eligible for the free bag. Welcome to Saving with Shellie! Want to find more ways to save?