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4 reasons to choose electric driving

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Charging your car at home is cheaper than at a public charging station – even more so when using your own solar panels – in which case charging your car is (almost) free! And here is something else to consider: solar panels combined with a home battery. This makes electric driving a durable, sustainable choice! Want to find out more?

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Would You Live in the Past for Peace of Mind and Financial Well-Being?

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Amy Dacyczyn, author of the 1990s wildly popular The Tightwad Gazette , once remarked that frugal living is often synonymous with green living. If you’re frugal, you’ll likely take steps to save money such as not using disposable products like paper napkins and paper towels.

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Tips For Keeping Home Plumbing Repair Costs At A Minimum

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While a lot of people try taking big steps – selling their large homes and moving into smaller ones, for example – there are also a number of smaller steps that can be taken to cut down your costs. For example, set the timer on your thermostat so that you do not pay to cool the house while nobody is at home to enjoy that expensive, cold air.

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DIY Ways to Save on Summer Cooling Costs for Your Home

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These DIY projects will help keep your home cooler in the summer, and more money in the bank. Add Some Green Around the House. For an evergreen tree option, consider the Eastern White Pine and ‘Green Giant’ arborvitae to create a hedge to shade your home. Especially helpful is shade that falls on windows and doors.

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How to Make Homemade Vanilla

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Just slice a line along one side (just like a green bean) and it will open it up. You’ll be amazed at home much better the homemade kind tastes than store bought. For more savings advice, frugal tips and recipes, be sure you Follow Me on Pinterest and check on the Best of Saving with Shellie Board ! Yes, that’s it!

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Cool Things I Read This Week

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Why You Should Use Eco-Friendly and Natural Cleaners for Your Home [link] #. Why You Should Use Eco-Friendly and Natural Cleaners for Your Home [link] #. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Festival of Frugality # 267 [link] #. Prairie Eco-Thrifter has Been Featured in the Festival of Frugality # 267 [link] #.

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Toys R Us Green Monday | Hot Toy Deals!

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Toys R Us has a bunch of great deals today for Green Monday. I was especially excited about this Laugh & Learn Learning Home from Fisher-Price. Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Learning Home – $39.99 Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Learning Home – $39.99 The post Toys R Us Green Monday | Hot Toy Deals!

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