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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October 2011 Finance Personal Finance 200

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Bob from Dwindling Debt wants to know, Can you Really Go Contract Free with your Smart Phone? Sustainable PF from Sustainable Personal Finance writes about how Adopting Minimalist Principles to Save Money and Live Sustainability is possible. What Our Parents Taught Us About Money. 8 Ways to Save on Fuel.

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Fridays Airline Personal Finance Money 174

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

The cost of college education is crushing and many parents feel compelled to assist or pay for the entire tuition. I know there are many reasons for the dire savings rates: kids, household projects, kids, pets, kids, caring for an aging parent, kids, medical issues, and kids. Although I have not personally used this resource.

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Emergency Fund Money Finance Debt 100

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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Money Finance Personal Finance Real Estate 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

My hubby and I often borrow yard equipment that we use once in a while from my parents. We have also gone to some free movie festivals which have been a real blast; especially the ones in the winter where the movies are projected onto a big block of ice. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us to stop smoking. Going Frugal.

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Personal Finance March Finance Family 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Since there seems to be so much in the news lately about credit cards- the good ones, the bad ones, the ugly ones, the fee free ones, the reward ones, the secured ones, etc. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! Personal Finance Journey : Should You Leave a Life Insurance Policy to Your Kids?

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

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. Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? In my life, my parents have always seemed to do quite well financially and we never suffered as kids. Now on to the PEP’s of the week. Managing Money.

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February Debt Finance Personal Finance 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

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. FIRE Getters presents Top 5 Ways To Trim Our Grocery Bills!

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Frugal Movies Finance Bills 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. 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. This was part of my parent’s plan to turn me into a saver.

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Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. 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. Where are you from?

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Credit Cards Debt Free College Debt 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. I am the oldest of seven kids (yes, we all have the same parents – I get asked that quite a bit!). 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.

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Credit Cards Debt Debt Free Student 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

With so many things that we parents have to teach our children, from using the potty to being a good and decent citizen, it’s no wonder that financial lessons sometimes get pushed aside in favor of more immediate needs in raising our kids. Otherwise, they may end up viewing the card as free money. Credit cards require maturity.

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Work Kids Bank Banking 100

Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

Here are this week’s FREEBIES and great deals: FREE 16 oz Iced full Serve Specialty Beverage at Wawa Stores. FREE Subscription to Travel 50 & Beyond. FREE Probiotic Action for Acne Sample. FREE CESAR Savor Delights Dog Food – 1st 5,000 on Twitter - ends at midnight (ET) on Wednesday, September 12.

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Paul Mitchell Freebies Fridays Martha Stewart 45

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions.

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Insurance Life Insurance Homeowner Insurance Cars 52