Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

We have a smaller place, and we use less energy to keep it comfortable. On top of that, we are using less electricity in general since the apartment has numerous windows and an open floor plan. That usually translates to using fewer resources as well. We are also better about the way we make food purchases. Money Tips'

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Today, we’re meeting a reader who has managed to live for 2.5 Tell us a little about yourself When asked the question “Where are you from? My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have. years with no car (and two small kids!).

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’re sharing our top tips to help you save money when traveling without sacrificing a thing! They’re quality time spent together without the distractions of household responsibilities, work, school, and everything else life throws at us. Growing up, we didn’t have much.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Have you heard the old saying: “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”? We were poor, Mom and Dad lived every day showing us what it meant to ‘make it do’ and we often ‘did without’ Here are my thoughts on frugal ways to make things do. Buy good clothing, used. Use up your food.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2014

For those of you who haven’t seen the movie, No Impact Man is about a small family who spends a year trying to live “no impact” They live without generating garbage, without using electricity (for a portion of the year), and without buying anything new. Stop Using Paper/Plastic Plates, etc. This blew my mind.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 21, 2013

The USDA offers you a handy calculator you can use to get a more nuanced picture of where you stand with regard to your potential expenses depending on the the following factors: Where you live. If you live in an expensive urban area, you will spend more on everything, from housing and food to child care and transportation.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 6, 2023

That amount will be slightly different depending on the products you use. This recipe only uses 8 ounces of dry pasta, but we bulk it up with veggies, tuna, and a killer sauce. Ingredients You’ll Need Using staples most of us already have, tuna pasta salad is one of my favorite pantry recipes. Cottage cheese.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 15, 2013

Do you drive a hybrid car or bypass vehicles all together and take public transportation? Do you grow your own food in your garden and buy the rest locally from farmers? If so, you’re well on your way to reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the Earth. Is that what you’re thinking? Ugghh, right?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Less transport movements mean less carbon emissions and you’ll be supporting the local economy too. In a similar way, buying organic local produce from farmers’ markets will cut down on the food miles and CO 2 emissions. Buying from farmers’ markets also means fresher food that’s pretty much straight from the field onto your plate!

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 14, 2023

We’re answering frequently asked questions and sharing our own personal tips and tricks! Can my infant ride safely on Disney transportation? Disney’s transportation services – buses, monorail, boats, and more – are safe for babies to ride on a caregiver’s lap. What about food and drinks?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

My husband took public transportation every day, and I drove our vehicle only a few times a week. It was not unusual for us to fill up the gas tank only once or twice a month. Recently we just relocated to Tucson, Arizona, and we’re finding that in some ways we need to start all over learning to be frugal in a new town.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 21, 2014

Faster transportation. Plentiful food with wide variety. We are privileged to have access to food from around the world, year round. We also have the luxury of having our food prepared for us. As recently as my parents, folks used to have to haul and heat water for bathing and go outside to use the bathroom.

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 10, 2018

This Pyrex 14-Piece Storage Plus Set can be directly transferred from a freezer to a microwave oven, and they’re also easy to stack, making for convenient storage when not in use. BPA-free secure lids keep the food from spilling while transporting. The lids come in an attractive red color and are scratch resistant.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2013

Food and drink and some entertainment venues are extra. Unlike most theme parks, parking is free (although you can pay for parking close to the entrance) and a free shuttle provides transportation to and from the entrance. Also like most theme parks, entrance fees, souvenirs, food and drink can be very expensive. Travel Tips'

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

We have been using this system ever since. I highly suggest using a separate paper calendar from your normal planner to eliminate any confusion. Also color coding will be helpful as this is a visual exercise, and you will be using all of this info in the upcoming steps. – Food: groceries, meals out, school lunches.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2012

This week I received a question from a reader asking how to shop for food for one. Here is Emily’s question: I would like to know if you have any advice or tips for being frugal with food when living alone. Most foods you buy in the grocery store are sized for 2-4 people. Thank you Emily for such a great question.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

Here’s why: The whole point of “energy-star” appliances is that they use less energy, and are therefore easier on the environment. Some argue that these new technologies actually use more energy than ever before, leaving a negative global impact. Related posts: What’s the Most Energy Efficient Form of Transportation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

The first is to recycle leftover food, grass cuttings, and fallen leaves that might ordinarily end up in a landfill. The second is supplementary to the first–you use the compost as fertilizer. There are many ways to store the compost until it’s ready to use. It’ll be easy to turn and use.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

10 Reasons Why You’re Broke If you always seem to have more month than cash, then it’s time to look at why. 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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Use Up Existing Resources. She charged up credit cards to buy food and clothing. Since she could no longer afford to pay it, she stopped the home insurance and stopped using the cars she inherited (also free and clear). She gets all her food from the food pantry, which she visits on her bicycle.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Walt Disney World parking can be confusing, and things are constantly changing, so we’re covering all the latest information, tips, and tricks! If you’re planning a trip to the happiest place on earth anytime soon, you’ll need to know the latest Walt Disney World parking information. Did you find this post helpful?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

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

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

We committed to using a cash budget, and we talked daily at. When the second loan was paid off, we used everything to go towards. When the second loan was paid off, we used everything to go towards. and using all of our extra funds, like bonuses from work and tax returns, we were able to pay everything off in 4 years!

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 26, 2015

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 2, 2014

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