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Apparently Some of Those Gas Saving Tips Don't Actually Work

Family Balance Sheet

With rising gas prices, we are all looking for ways to save money at the pump. Last week, I asked readers if they were ready for rising gas prices. Many people commented their concerns about how the rising prices would affect their budgets and habits. Thanks for reading.

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How Do You Handle Increasing Expenses?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We decided to make small cuts from several areas to free up the extra funds needed to cover the increase in health care costs starting in January. Gasoline : We currently budget $75 a week for gasoline which translates to a tank of gas for our van. With gas prices falling significantly recently, we haven’t been using the full amount.

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6 Ways an i-Phone Can Save You Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

She loves to write education, career, frugal living, finance, health, parenting relating articles. Vouchercloud is a free download for smart phone users. PrimoSpot : Find free parking wherever you go. GasBuddy : As gas prices increase each day, our gas budget has skyrocketed.

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Festival of Frugality #271- 10 Movies, 10 Lessons Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you’re not into the social networking sites, then you can sign up for free updates that are delivered right to your inbox. posted at FIRE Finance , saying, “We decided to optimize our grocery expenses and pull the strings on our food budget even tighter. Dr. Dean presents Gas Prices Rise: What Say You?

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Staycations Are For Suckers!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

While gas prices aren’t faring any better, you can at least hit the road and travel the same distance you would fly for half the cost. If a ticket from Albany to Austin costs $650 for one person, the cost to drive the 1,845 miles (with current gas prices and a vehicle that gets 25 mpg) would be a much cheaper at $265.

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Four Easy Ways to Save on Basic Necessities

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It has never been easier to find the lowest gas prices. Downloading a free app could save you hundreds of dollars over the course of your car’s lifetime. 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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11 Discount & Budget Travel Websites-ChristianPF

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With gas prices nearing $4, who has the money for that family vacation this year. The consumers have spoken and gas seems to be gradually dropping but not fast enough. If you want to still plan that vacation this year, Christian Personal Finance wrote a great article outling how to travel and get the &# bang for your buck&#.