Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 6, 2012

We have all heard that age old adage “save your pennies for a rainy day,” but many of us never do it. Saving money can be a bit of a difficult challenge, especially if you are in a household that lives paycheck to paycheck like so many do. How To Save. It is challenging to save, and it does take diligence.

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Koupon Karen

MAY 17, 2024

Seek Professional Assistance One of the most significant challenges of moving is managing the logistics of packing, transporting, and unpacking your belongings. Professional movers can take care of everything from packing and loading to transporting and unloading, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your move.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 15, 2011

Canadian Finance Blog included my post, How to Save Money on Transport Costs in the Canadian Finance Carnival #66 as did My University Money in the Carnival of Financial Camaraderie #11 and Broke Professionals in the Yakezie Carnival Thank you!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2013

A financial advisor told me recently that the thing that really made him upset was that nearly every new client he spoke to was making the same disastrous personal finance mistakes. So let’s look at the most common personal finance mistakes and what you can do to prevent or fix them. Making weekly payments will save interest.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

If your finances are tight and you already have several credit cards with high balances, it is time to change your shopping behavior to save as much as possible. We do this every month and it has saved us a ton of work and money. Do what you can to save as much as you can on your monthly food bill. How to Shop Wisely.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

So often, being environmentally friendly and saving money go hand in hand. That’s good for the Earth and for personal finances. Here are some simple things our family does to be more environmentally friendly and to save money: 1. My husband takes public transportation to work every day. Hang clothes to dry.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2014

Many people choose to buy more efficient cars, take public transportation, and carpool in order to reduce these costs. You can alleviate some of those costs with the help of public transportation and carpooling. But, no matter how many ways you find to save money, you still have the time factor. That’s time you can’t get back.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

Different members from the network paired up to post on each other’s blogs and discuss the topic of how to save money on everyday activities. Here’s a list of all of the participants so you too can read some of the great day-to-day money saving tips that were shared on Friday! It’s a pretty cool thing really.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Here’s the breakdown of our plan: Savings : Let’s start off with what we didn’t want to change. Decreasing the amount we save and invest each month would be taking the easy way out. By cutting $10 a week we will save a total of $40 per month. With gas prices falling significantly recently, we haven’t been using the full amount.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Most people are aware that going green not only saves the environment, it also saves money. Electric and hybrid cars save on gas costs and emissions, but they tend to be more expensive than gas-powered models. There are several small, energy-saving devices that you can install in your house fairly inexpensively.

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Koupon Karen

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Begin by researching the cost of living in your chosen destination, factoring in accommodation, transportation, food, and other daily expenses. Establish a realistic budget to guide your spending and savings. Consider the implications of currency exchange rates on your finances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Avoiding the unnecessary things like extra trips to the store can help you save on gas or transportation expenses, and limiting the times that you eat out can actually do a lot for your finances. The best way to save is to avoid wasting anything. Save For The Future. Save For The Future. Who Needs a Budget?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2013

Financial accounts numbers (memorize them and/or save them in digital form, protected by a password or encryption). One of the best things you can do is get a fireproof/waterproof safe that is easy to transport. And, if it is easy to transport, you can take it with you if you have to leave. Credit card with an adequate limit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Kim McGrigg presents Small ways to save big on major purchases – Money Management posted at Blogging for Change. posted at FIRE Finance , saying, “We decided to optimize our grocery expenses and pull the strings on our food budget even tighter. And one of the best ways to do it is to use a 529 plan.&#.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2015

I’ll need to investigate how to get groceries delivered (or use the below transportation option while I can). Transportation. There is an Older Adult Transportation Service available in our area, and we do have a son in the metro and then there are always cabs. And then there is always delivery! What will it cost?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2012

This takes some advance planning because you do not want to get stuck without transportation. If you have access to public transportation, are you using it? You can often get good financing and end up with a comparable payment (if for a longer term). It will save you a lot of gas. Tips to Improve Your Car’s Mileage.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

So load up on the safety features and not only will you and family be more safe and secure, but you’ll save on premiums too. So use car pools and public transport when you can, and drive only when you have to – you’ll save a lot on insurance. If you are a woman. If you aren’t young.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

You can even reward them with extra allowance with the money saved on gasoline and car upkeep. Public transportation can also be a great alternative depending on the area and your comfort level. Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

They may start getting money for birthdays or for doing chores and may learn that they can save it, spend it and give it away. 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. 7 Ways to Save Money As New Parents.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

See if you can identify with any of these statements: I spend more than I earn I don’t have a household budget I use credit cards all the time to buy everyday essentials like food, gas, transport. If your budget doesn’t have a savings amount, put one in. What about signs? Can you see any of these in your financial affairs?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

The Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us 10 lists he hopes none of us follow when it comes to our money management. Canadian Dream shares with us the stages of personal finance. DINKS Finance talks about financial survival of the fittest. Own the Dollar tells us how we can save $50 a day. Managing Money.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

She is the co-founder of the website, Little Light on a Hill , where she writes about faith, family, and finances. Be sure to check out her website where she is offering a free finance workbook if you subscribe to her newsletter. What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put. 1 – Meal plan!

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Transportation stocks such as airlines , railroads , and logistics companies are found within the industrials sector, as are companies in the aerospace , defense , construction , and engineering industries. Source link The post Stock Market Sectors: 11 Official GICS Groups appeared first on Savings Corner. Industrials 3.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2016

What if our water supply is poisoned or cut off; our electrical grid goes down hard for a long time; our transportation system gets interrupted and food can’t get to the stores. The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints (aka Mormons) have long encouraged members to have a ready supply of food, water and finances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 9, 2014

This lady has been blowing up, from The Today Show to The View, she is inspiring folks all over the country to save money by eating in! I’m all for saving money and inspiring people to cook their own food, but I worry about the trade offs. Is it really worth it to give up whole foods (not the store, the actual foods) to save money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

It’s possible for you to improve your finances by grasping a few of the basic tenets of minimalism and adapting them to your situation. You can also improve your finances by simplifying them. Automatic savings and investments, as well as automatic withdrawals, can help you stay on top of your finances without too much trouble.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order. These needs range from medically specific requirements to simple companionship or help with cooking, tidying up or transportation to and from appointments.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

How did you get interested in saving money? My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? I transported my kids everywhere either by walking, biking, or taking the bus.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Do you make enough money to cover your mortgage or rent, groceries, transportation, and other essential expenses, but find yourself on a treadmill of not being able to save? The average cost of a meal is around $3 across North America, meaning that you’d be saving $4.00 Many people are, and you’re not alone. Money Tips'

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

A budget could help you avoid late and insufficient funds fees, find money for an upcoming trip or expense, and ease a disagreement over finances in a marriage. – Transportation: loan payments, fuel, insurance, service/repairs, necessary parking/tolls. Another way to think of a budget is a spending plan.

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For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

Over the next several weeks we will be posting articles that will help you budget and save your money. but there are many others things you can do to help with your finances. Transportation- car note, car insurance, maintenance, gas, etc. This is where having a savings account comes in handy. Telephone/cell phone.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

But considering that I’ll already be spending $100-200 on gifts, transportation, accommodations, etc for the wedding itself and the bridal shower, I just don’t see that. 10 Reasons You’re Broke 10 Money-Saving Tips For Your Wedding How to Avoid Impulse Spending Planning Your Wedding: When To Splurge And When To Save.

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