Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 29, 2012

Our next item up for bid is a personal finance management kit sponsored by One Cent at a Time. Our third item up for bid is a successful marriage package sponsored by Faith and Finance. In this package you will receive fifteen strategies for how to club it on the cheap.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 26, 2023

adults saying they will take some sort of road trip this summer, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2023’s Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips , along with expert commentary. They often have package deals as well.” With nearly 80% of U.S. states based on 32 key metrics.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 28, 2013

Showing your child first hand how currency and coins are produced can generate lots of discussion about money and finances. There are many, many field trips and tours than can be used to help your child learn about money and finances, especially with your active preparation, involvement and followup. Google lists some on their St.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 25, 2019

Consider a Vacation Package. If calculating your expenses seems like too much work, you might also consider a vacation package. Set packages often already include flight and hotel, but some even include food and activities. Planning ahead can help you enjoy your trip rather than worrying about finances.

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Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Business and Personal Finances – $57.50. Gear up for tax season and organize your finances. Check out the website in order to determine which software package best suits your needs. Deluxe – $37.50. Premier – $52.50. Worried you will have to pay the IRS this year? Use Quicken to create a budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. Today along with the great tips from my fellow personal finance bloggers, I am going to share with you six ways you can clean up your finances this season. Give your phone company a call and ask about better packages and lower rates.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. Common real estate contingencies can hinge on financing, appraisal, home inspection and more. But the answer really comes down to your finances and life circumstances.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 13, 2013

We were paying for a deluxe bundle package that included high speed Internet, a land line, a gazillion cable channels, and HBO, which we enjoyed quite a bit. Anyway, following the advice of personal finance bloggers everywhere, I immediately called the company to understand why our bill increased by so much and negotiate a new price.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 22, 2011

She loves to write education, career, frugal living, finance, health, parenting relating articles. On top of the basic cost of your bill each month for text messaging and making calls, tack on 30+ dollars for a data package, and another 200+ dollars for the phone itself. She can be reached via email at: donna.reish13@gmail.com.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2012

Women’s Money Week is about encouraging women to speak up about money, take control of our finances, and reshape our financial future. Here’s everything that’s included in the Launch Yourself package: Partnership Playbook by Pamela Slim and Desiree Adaway ($199).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

Next, data packages were added as cell phones turned into miniature personal computers. Dropping your data package could also save you around $30 per month. If you need a data package for your job, your employer should be footing the bill. The monthly cell phone bill is relatively new to the expense chart.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

It often works out cheaper to buy raw ingredients and saves having to throw away all the excess packaging you get with ready-made or take-out meals. It’s often worth spending a bit of money, or even taking out a small loan to finance the upgrade as you should soon get your initial outlay back.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

So we re-jiggered our finances so that we only spend on things that we really enjoy, and that are really important to us. No more of this expensive cable package stuff (we downgraded when we realized we weren’t watching that much), and no more spending on things that were just “okay.” We both like to eat out.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

When finances are tight, often the only area we can control is our food spending. To keep costs down, we don’t purchase many packaged foods as the same things can be made from scratch for far less. Please welcome Heather from My Overflowing Cup for today’s post. Snacks & Dessert.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 7, 2011

Switch to energy saving light bulbs – better for the environment and your finances. If your TV package is costing you a small fortune, it may be worth experimenting with other viewing options. By insulating your house properly, you can save some money while reducing your home’s Co2 emissions (the biggest cause of climate change).

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Koupon Karen

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Before settling on a company, read reviews, obtain quotes, compare services, and inquire about additional packages such as storage facilities and insurance. Consider the implications of currency exchange rates on your finances. Establish a realistic budget to guide your spending and savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Discount travel sites like Expedia, Orbitz, Hotels.com, and Kayak offer their customers a lot of deals on hotels, airline tickets, and even tickets to destination attractions—sometimes they will offer package deals that can seem too good to be true. I don't know about you but I love to travel. Is Travelling Overrated?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Broke Professionals is a personal finance blog aimed at the over-educated and underpaid. Lesson : You have a better shot at marriage if you have similar ideals, and that includes finances and goals. Look at the whole package. My dad has worked for nearly 40 years as a School Custodian.

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Koupon Karen

APRIL 18, 2024

Typical examples include: $5 off $25 Purchase Buy One Get One 50% Off Free Item with $50 Order Essentially transaction-specific “gift certificates,” coupons enable one-time use savings on consumer packaged goods, restaurant orders, services, and more. Retailers distribute them to boost traffic and purchases.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

The National Center for Home Food Preservation indicates that you can freeze almost anything so long as you prepare and package it properly. While you might not consider credit part of a green lifestyle, the fact is that you will probably need to reply on a home loan or financing to pay for some large green changes. Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

If the package says 2 cookies is a serving, that is all they get. Knowing what you have and where you have it helps you track and control your finances. Tracking and controlling your finances helps you avoid unnecessary expenses. He lost weight. You train yourself to be hungry every time you eat.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 16, 2011

Many of her posts share finance tips, little house plans, and tips to becoming more environmentally friendlier. My initial focus was on reducing the amount of trash I created and that included finding ways to limit packaging and containers. I’ve also gotten better at limiting my showers to 5 minutes or less. No related posts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Skip Packaged, Frozen Meals Our society is steeped in the convenience of frozen and prepared foods, but usually those foods are A. Drink More Water Tap water in the U.S.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 27, 2016

We have wanted to go back for one of our anniversaries, but finances, jobs, school, kids, and just life, has come first so it hasn’t happened yet. Hawaii has a special place in my heart. My husband and I were married in Hawaii 13 years ago. They’re based in the U.S.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

You’ll find makers of chemicals , construction materials, and containers and packaging within the materials sector, along with mining stocks and companies specializing in making paper and forest products. Materials sector The materials sector includes companies that provide various goods for use in manufacturing and other applications.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2016

Last summer, in my annual ‘Grandma Rie’s Money Camp’ (the week long camp I have with my Grandchildren to help them learn about finances); we had a segment on selling and how companies sell to us. As I looked around, the owner came up to me with a package of floral foam saying I should just take it for free.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Author Bio: Most other Bloggers in the field of Personal Finance discuss their “Goal of obtaining one million dollars” or their “journey to financial independence and freedom.” However, if you are willing to clean and cut those same vegetables yourself, and buy fresh, you save a lot of money (and you cut down on packaging).

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 22, 2011

An online game of risk where you learn about life choices, finances and the rewards you can reap by planning ahead and a chance to win a $25,000 or $15,000 cash prize. Avery Sticky Notes Marks The Spot Sweepstakes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 8, 2011

If so, do your research to get informed or work with a tax preparer to review your finances to ensure you don’t miss anything. If you are going to do it on your own, you should consider using a software package like Turbo Tax. Did you buy a home, have a baby, pay for education, get married, move for work or any other major event?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Investing in the financial markets might sound like one of the scariest parts of managing your finances, but it’s also potentially the most rewarding. Look into retirement accounts For many people, the best place to begin is your employer-sponsored retirement plan – likely a 401(k) – offered through your employer’s benefits package.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

American Express is a name I trust with my finances and this prepaid card has showed me how versatile of a company they are! Being the deal-seeker I am, I was able to score us an awesome room with a special package that gives us free parking, a waived resort fee, free breakfast and 25% off the spa.

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 25, 2011

It’s from American Express, a trusted name in finance and in my life especially. I scored us an awesome room with a special package that gives us free parking, a waived resort fee, free breakfast and 25% off the spa while we’re there. Jamie and I will be spending the weekend at the Boca Resort in Boca Raton.

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 17, 2011

I knew that $5 coupon would get me one package free at just about any grocery store but I waited and waited. I was able to get two packages of ground turkey free. You control your own finances. The expiration date was for many months later. Sure enough, Randalls had them buy one, get one free in their circular one week.

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 31, 2012

FREE 2 year subscription to Kiplingers personal finance. Don’t forget to enter my current giveaways: Sam’s Club School Supplies Care Package Review and Giveaway (Ends September 4). FREE Eucerin Daily Protection Moisturizing Body Lotion sample at 3PM. FREE Post-it Super Sticky Adhesive Notes Sample.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 6, 2014

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 29, 2012

Grab a Season Pass – For a limited time, some parks are offering Season Pass packages right now. You can purchase a Parking Pass online that should be less expensive than paying at the gate. I checked a few parks and they were all $15 (including tax). This is a tricky one because food is so expensive at parks.

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