Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

I love to shop garage sales. Ryan Himmel, CPA, personal finance expert, and the founder of BIDaWIZ.com suggests that you can save from 4 – 9% on qualified purchases (even if you aren’t a student!) Check with your local college for students who are majoring in the subject your child needs help with. Rent Don’t Buy.

College 192

College Money Personal Finance Student 192

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 10, 2013

Studies show that scores on tests like the SAT are better from students exposed to music lessons. Garage sales – I found a guitar for $5.00 once at a garage sale and bought it for my grandson. Musical instrument exchanges – some sites let owners list and buyers browse used instrument sales.

Music 185

Music Musical Instruments Budgeting Budget 185

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I’d load up that dishpan with whatever gear and ingredients I needed, and carry it down to the one full kitchen in the entire dorm of 150+ students on the first floor. We all ended up with some student loan debt, but much less than we would have without my parents cash-flowing some of the costs.

Kids and Family 189

Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 189