Saving With Shellie

JULY 23, 2014

If you have a smartphone or tablet, there are a wealth of money-saving app available to help you be a smarter shopper and get the biggest bang for your buck. Besides games for my kids, money-saving apps are the majority of the apps I have on my phone. I love how easy they are to use and save while on-the-go.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. Personal Finance Whiz : What Is An Emergency Fund? There were 50 submissions this week.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

Was there a particular event? After trying to extend credit to finance the vacation and we were denied (best thing to ever happen to us) we realized we made too much money to be living like this and something had to change. What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Jewelry stores usually have excess inventory left over and no significant romantic events in January to get folks to buy, so you may find deals on diamonds after the holidays. On their personal finance site, US News suggested that some kids get games they don’t want and can’t be returned. Other tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Staycations can save people money, but so can being a savvy vacation planner. Because so many people are looking to save money on their vacations, low cost travel sites have begun popping up everywhere—saving people money on their vacations has become big business. How To Save on Vacation Costs. Here’s how.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. Have events like three-legged races, a water balloon toss and other creative ideas to help pass the time. Have a Field Day. Does your area have museums?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

In those cases, you can preserve limited liability protections only by separating business and personal finances. Even if this results in minor transactions being recorded, the idea is that it’s better to give a comprehensive look at the business — this is especially important in the event of an audit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

My spouse and I were that young, poor couple, sloughing away at our day jobs and scrimping and saving for years to build wealth. Knowing I had the financial backing to live through negative life events (divorce, job loss, catastrophe, etc) removed a level of stress from my life. Having enough money can remove stress from your life.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Instead, they are deposited into a savings account, and you make payments on your balance for the duration of the loan. These loans tend to come with lower interest rates that can help consumers save money on interest or secure a lower monthly payment. Before taking on debt, use a personal loan repayment calculator to help budget.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. They focus on the points consumers care about most — price, customer service, policy features and savings opportunities — so you can feel confident about which provider is right for you. Lemonade boasts a unique claims experience.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

She writes at her personal finance website, And Then We Saved. It was a mix of college loans, a personal loan from my parents (for college), an overdraft account, and credit card debt. Was there a particular event? You do not need a new job, or any other outside force to save you. Where are you from?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. They focus on the points consumers care about most — price, customer service, policy features and savings opportunities — so you can feel confident about which provider is right for you. You may want to reach out to Hippo to learn more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 9, 2014

This lady has been blowing up, from The Today Show to The View, she is inspiring folks all over the country to save money by eating in! I’m all for saving money and inspiring people to cook their own food, but I worry about the trade offs. Is it really worth it to give up whole foods (not the store, the actual foods) to save money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2012

Try to build your emergency fund up to equal 6-12 months of income, so you can safely cover your living costs in the event of a financial disaster. 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.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2015

Besides writing on my personal finance blog, A Debt Free Stress Free Life, I’m an adjunct professor at a local college and own a residential and commercial cleaning business. Was there a particular event? This one simple move enabled me to save over $1200 a year. Use coupons because you can really save money this way.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

I work in Finance/Accounting for a large corporation but I have also started a company called Every Single Dollar , which focuses on personal finance for single women. Was there a particular event? Share your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 2, 2016

Was there a particular event? Many personal finance bloggers talk about having a “no spend week” – well basically I had a “no spend” five years! What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Koupon Karen

APRIL 18, 2024

Among the most popular and effective savings strategies revolve around voucher codes and coupons. Some unlock flat-rate discounts, while others enable percentage or dollar-based savings capped at a maximum cart value. Percentage and dollar-based vouchers increase savings further when applied to already-sale or clearance items.

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