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Four Easy Ways to Save on Basic Necessities

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Use your car’s cruise control option at a speed of 60 miles per hour or less to increase gas mileage. 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. For the rest of you, keep gasoline usage in mind.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. I grew up in banking and held other finance-related positions during my working years.