Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 5, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. Living below your means is the foundation of personal finance. At the end of the series I will post my own 5 pieces of advice.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Even though I was helping my husband from home part-time with his business, I still felt like I wasn’t contributing to our finances and that drove me crazy. But chapter 17 helped me realize that I could contribute substantially to our finances–just in a different way. No surprise there; I write a blog about family finances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Our personal finances obviously require attention all year long. For example, once a quarter, I review our asset allocation actuals against our target allocations and come up with a plan to discuss and implement based on the analysis. Clean out and organize paper files for personal finances.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

For example, the accrual method would factor in accounts receivable as soon as an invoice is sent out as opposed to when the invoice is actually paid. Businesses should record revenue only when there’s reasonable certainty that it will be recognized, for example by a purchase order or signed invoice. Here is a list of our partners.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2013

And, even if you stay close to home, it’s nice to know that your finances are moving smoothly. 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.

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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. 20′s Finances: Hiring a Property Manager: What it Offers You Real Estate Investments can be time consuming.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

Jacob from My Personal Finance Journey shares tips about how he saves big money on food and beverages at Saving Money On Food & Drinks at Happy Simple Living. Derek from Life and My Finances shares his parents’ story and best lesson with Paying Off Your Debts Early at Retire By 40.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. One of the things that I am really passionate about is setting a good example for the next generation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Our children learn by example. That is why it is of upmost importance that we provide positive examples for our children, as they are likely to inherit much of our lifestyle choices, both the good and the bad. We as parents are usually the first and primary source of their learned behavior, even as they grow into their teenage years.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 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. He discusses income beneficiaries, remainder beneficiaries and provides and example of the use of a dynasty trust.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2011

The key is to invest the time to teach your kids the right ways to manage their finances. Teach them actionable methods and strategies that will help them learn all of the ropes of personal finance. For example, you could shift the responsibility of paying the cell phone bill to your child. Teach them how to pay bills.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

Take personal finances, for example; too many people over-think their finances, with the result that it all seems too hard. The more complicated your finances are, the harder it all seems. Simple finances work for you rather than against you, so it’s a win-win. We often seem to complicate things, don’t we?

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Koupon Karen

APRIL 18, 2024

Common examples include: 15% off purchases over $200 $10 off the first app order Free shipping with code FREESHIP Typically distributed directly through retailer emails, partner websites, or influencer posts, voucher codes reward engagement while enticing additional spending.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

That’s why a vast majority of us go the financing route. For example, if you want to buy a car worth $20,000, you could decide to save $1,000 a month for 20 months or $5,000 a month for four months. Let’s say, for example, $500 a month. How much of that do you have saved up as we speak? It may even motivate you!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 9, 2014

I think about FinCon for example, the conference for personal finance bloggers I attended last weekend in New Orleans. For example, at FinCon, I stayed at a Home Exchange rather than the host hotel so I wouldn’t have to spend money on accommodations. This is one I struggle with.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 29, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. At the end of the series I will post my own 5 pieces of advice. The entire series can be found under Money Tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. The Skilled Investor , Editor.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: David Bakke enjoys living frugally in Atlanta and frequently shares his best financial tips and experiences on Money Crashers , an online resource ranked as one of the top personal finance blogs online. A good example of this is clipping coupons. For me, the process just isn’t cost-effective.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

After that, while you all primed and interested in personal finance, continue and read the awesome articles that were written across the web this week regarding personal finance and enhancing your lifestyle. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! Take a moment to watch them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. At the end of the series I will post my own 5 pieces of advice. The entire series can be found under Money Tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that ran every Tuesday until today where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. It seems that so many kids these days have no idea about personal finance and have not been taught the skills on how to manage money for the future.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 12, 2016

We want to have the best career and be secure in our personal finance and work-life balance. For example, make sure you do your research to find an optometrist in Vancouver for your personal needs. As a society we are always so conscious about our health, weight, physical appearance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 6, 2012

Take personal finances, for example; too many people over-think their finances, with. It is a known truth, and emphasized by our current economy, that people have a hard time saving money. Keeping it Simple: Strategies for Financial Security We often seem to complicate things, don’t we? There are.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Only the guys were supposed to care about money and finances. A perfect example of this is my own business. I wanted to isolate the business from our personal finances, and my husband didn’t want to have anything to do with it. Women were expected to stay home and mind the kitchen.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 30, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: The following is a guest post from Brian at Home Insurance Comparison, an Australian personal finance blog created to help readers figure out how to properly compare home insurance options. One example of sustainable investing is found in community avenues.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2012

The basis of any slow and steady financial plan is the household budget; in fact, a good budget is really like a plan for your current finances as well as for a secure financial future. Have the Right Attitude How you approach your finances is as much about your attitude to it as anything else. It will be your most helpful tool.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2012

If you can choose to develop a more positive attitude about your finances, you’ll find it easier to make a few small changes in your saving and spending. See how simple finances are when you have that budget…….and Take personal finances, for example; too many people over-think their finances, with.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 20, 2014

In the personal finance world, there’s a lot of discussion regarding “side hustles”, also known as extra income opportunities, side jobs, survival jobs, etc. You can only cut back on your expenses so much, but your earning potential is practically unlimited.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We get a visual picture every month of where are finances are and what we have spent our money on. I knew his determination and focus was something to remember, but I never thought of it in relation to finances. Personal Finance by the Book tells us how negotiating can put us on top. Now on to the PEP’s of the week.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 25, 2014

For example, every time I go to the grocery store I buy pretty much the same thing. Personal Finance. When trying to make a major change like following a diet or workout plan, the key is to bring mindfulness to everyone of those automatic actions or responses and see if it’s serving the end goal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 4, 2016

Instead of you taking care of their back to school needs – clothing, supplies,for example, they can include those items in their allowance budget. For example, you would never want to expect your high school kid to pay for a visit to the dentist. They can then experience the consequences of no or poor budgeting.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

You are one emergency short of losing track of your finances. Say for example, if I put $500 away this month but still had $9,000 in debt, I would immediately think, I potentially only owe $8,500 but have $0 in savings. So, you want to get started on debt repayment so you can focus on other financial goals? What gives?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

For example, if your individual activities require illumination or light, you can stay together in one room and turn-off the lights in other parts of the house. 8 Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Coupons Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

While my spouse and I were in the throes of child rearing we didn’t think much about providing an intentional or structured set of lessons around personal finance. Set an example of living below your means. But, even so, we did manage to raise our sons to be financially capable adults. Here are a few that worked for us.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

The Hartford, GAINSCO and Selective Insurance are just a few examples from the hundreds that offer discounts on at least one of the above factors, so dig deep and find them. He is a voracious reader and likes to keep abreast of current affairs on personal finance, technology and innovation, and takes a keen interest in environmental issues.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

My grown kids are also savers and I have high hopes that the grandchildren will follow their example. 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. Saving first can help you avoid usury interest rates.

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