Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2014

If you’ve not yet set aside any money for holiday shopping, know that there are things you can do now to reduce holiday expenses and round up the extra money. We all know that it comes every year on December 25th and that there are many, many expenses associated with Christmas. Take these steps now before any more time passes.

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Holiday Emergency Fund Homemade Eating Out 169

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Edward Antrobus from Edward Antrobus shares My Money Pet Peeve: Skipping Frugality Because Earning More is Better. Plus, being frugal can also be green which to me is really important. Kathleen from Frugal Portland shares More thoughts on buying a house. I totally agree. The Best of The Rest. Take the test to find out!”

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Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

It will leave you wondering if you are losing quality in your frugal choices. Money Talks Coaching: Finding Your Emergency Fund – I hear you saying “I know emergency funds are important, but how am I supposed to save money when I can’t even pay my bills?” krantcents: How Will You Measure Your Life?

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November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188

Finally Frugal

JANUARY 17, 2011

I knew I needed to get it into the shop, but I've been putting it off because I didn't want to spend the money. My emergency fund earns 1.10% interest. Subscribe to Finally Frugal. As far as maintenance, I get regular oil changes and that's about it. Well, now I have no choice! Bad, bad, bad. NOTE: just had a thought.

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Emergency Fund Debt Cars Car 45

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Before heading to the store, make a list of what you need and stick to the list while shopping. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.

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2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

frugal and are careful not to spend on frivolous things. emergency fund, so we started throwing what little extra we had straight. myself from myself and stopped going out to shop and peruse and just “pick. 2 – Shop for meats that are on sale. We were still very frugal! My husband. towards debt.

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Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Before heading to the store, make a list of what you need and stick to the list while shopping. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.

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New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Before heading to the store, make a list of what you need and stick to the list while shopping. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.

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New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

We saw shows, shopped and ate until our hearts were content (no gambling!) We still look for bargains and shop at thrift stores. We have the money now to buy 20 dining room sets if we wanted to, but we are opting to live as frugally as possible now. It was an awesome celebration. What are your financial goals now?

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Debt Debt Free Las Vegas Finance 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

Knowing what your balances are (ie, how much you have in your account or owe on your credit card) is key to intuitively knowing when you may need to be a bit more frugal. After that, it’s my habit to transfer a portion of my pay to a savings account that I can’t touch; whether that’s my RRSP, my emergency fund or my TFSA.

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Making Emergency Fund Saving Debt 192

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Grocery shopping wisely – We shop at affordable stores, shop the ads/sales, and menu plan. We are able to spend our money a little more freely now, but since we are on one income (with two side jobs), we still spend frugally. Make sure to have an emergency fund so you’re not put back into debt when something comes up.

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