Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

But, even so, we did manage to raise our sons to be financially capable adults. Set an example of living below your means. Point out how compound interest is making savings grow. take an hour and together work through some compound interest examples – on paper, so he or she can see how the interest makes the money grow.

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Work Kids Bank Banking 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2013

My son knows that there are two meeting points out (depending on whether he leaves out the front or out the back) in our neighborhood. For example, if my family were to experience a sudden drop in income, we have enough home food storage to help us along for a few months. You can augment with other emergency sources as well.

Emergency Fund 211

Emergency Fund Job Loss Transportation Staying Warm 211

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

I have many ways for you to start saving, including couponing, but before you become overwhelmed with the idea, here are 10 tips that are simple, easy and will make you one savvy shopper in 2014, so you can start saving more. 10 Savvy Ways to Save in 2014. Pay yourself first with a savings account.

2014 88

2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 27, 2023

My son has been doing this for about a year now and averages a few hundred dollars a week. For the Internet, I am using my son’s and paying half the monthly bill, which is only $30. Look at everything coming out of your bank account and ask yourself what you can cancel, and don’t pay for services that do the same thing.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Budgeting Budget Money 52

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

Before you know it, you will be saving more in 2015 and become a savvy shopper! 10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year. Pay yourself first with a savings account. It is simple to open a savings account if you haven’t already. Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. Cut down on your bills.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

Before you know it, you will be saving more in 2015 and become a savvy shopper! 10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year. Pay yourself first with a savings account. It is simple to open a savings account if you haven’t already. Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. Cut down on your bills.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Coupons Do Work

JUNE 15, 2016

For example, you might see scissors on sale for $0.33 to a 10-pack of Bic Pens for $0.49 , and Sharpies for $0.25. Labor Day Sales as well as clothes from summer and spring are on sale and on clearance (I paid $0.99 – $1.99) for my sons shorts at Sears once! I love back-to-school sales, even as a kid, this was my favorite time.

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Flowers and Plants Cinco De Mayo Buy Buying 100