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Prairie Eco-Thrifter Was Included in Six Carnivals This Week

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Start Talking Cents hosted the Carnival of Personal Finance #357 and included my post, Why Being Rich Is Overrated. Jana’s post, Factors to Consider When Accepting a Job was included in the Yakezie Carnival – Severe Weather Edition hosted by Money Qanda as well as the Financial Carnival for Young Adults #8 hosted by 20’s Finances.

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How Do You Handle Increasing Expenses?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Gasoline : We currently budget $75 a week for gasoline which translates to a tank of gas for our van. The following is a contribution from Brock Kernin from Clever Dude where he writes about family, marriage, finances and life. Cutting our monthly investment for the future would be a last resort.

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Ways for Busy Parents to Teach Young Children About Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Where ever your child is on the learning continuum – here are some ideas on ways to teach personal finance without spending (much) extra time specifically on it. Buying gasoline. Talk about various car expenses, besides gasoline, like oil, windshield washer fluid, mechanics, tuneups, tires, car payment interest and etc.

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How Saving Can Also Lead to Good Health

Saving Cents With Sense

When you save money and watch your spending, you’re going to feel a lot better about your finances and this can help you relax. You’d be surprised how much better you will feel about yourself and your finances. Guest Post bio: Stevie Clapton helps provide fantastic financial advise articles on a short term loan site.

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Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I drop a bundle each year (both money and time) on my week long Grandma Rie’s Money Camp where I try to help the kids learn about and experience personal finance concepts. Among well-to-do grandparents and the 2.7

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The 10 Best Money Saving Apps

Saving With Shellie

This handy application can help you find the best prices on gasoline in your area. It’s safe, secure and easy to keep your personal finances organized. Deals Around Town Frugal Finances Frugal Living' This way you don’t pay booking fees and can still take advantage of frequent flier programs. 6 Gas Buddy.

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Needs vs. Wants – Which Is Which?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Attention, personal finance readers and gurus! A lot of you would classify indoor plumbing, central heat, grocery money and gasoline as ‘needs’ But wait, are they really always needs? You think you know the difference between a need and a want – right? Really, are you sure ? Why do we care about want vs. need?

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