Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

My Aunt, God rest her soul, saved Christmas paper and those silly little paper bows from year to year. Here are some thoughts on ways to save money when you wrap this years gifts. that is more or less equivalent to 5 big rolls of printed Christmas wrapping paper, which costs around $3 per roll – a savings of around $6 overall.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 29, 2011

Good financial planning calls for not only saving money, but also building multiple streams of income for yourself. Deliver Neighborhood Newspapers. I lost weight that fall and winter – walking through multiple neighborhoods with a kid strapped to my back, a newspaper pouch dangling in the front and the pet dogs nipping at my heels.

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Money Making Garage Sale Contest 173

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2013

Check local newspapers to see if they reported stories about future plans or fights over imminent domain for land. Garage sales make a good excuse to get into the area without it seeming weird or awkward. will save you the inconvenience of slicing through them while putting in new landscaping (this actually happened to us).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

You should also look into how to decorate your apartment while trying to help save the environment and go green. By embracing your personal style and preferences, it is definitely possible to add life and save energy in any apartment – especially yours. Look for pieces that have a solid construction overall.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Furniture 255

For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

You can use the difference in income to pay off debt, save or invest. You can save thousands a year with a smaller house and smaller mortgage. Again, you can save thousands with a smaller car that is less expensive and more fuel efficient. And if you rent, save money and then invest the difference. Get a smaller car.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions 49

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

I pointed out the multitude of new blogs related to saving money, being frugal, getting debt under control and learning about finances. Peggy: I’m glad to see folks finally interested in saving and investing. We saved and saved and saved. Eating out or going to a movie were once a year events.

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