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Why You Need a Home Ownership Binder

Family Balance Sheet

Last year our hot water heater stopped working. I referred to our home ownership binder to find the information and when I called the company they informed me that our hot water heater was still under a warranty and our only expense was the labor involved. And any other repair or service that you would use. Your realtor.

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Six Eco-friendly Ways to Save Money for You and Your Family

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

And, when you find yourself in the market for a new (or used) car, don’t worry about spending a little extra for an energy efficient vehicle because it will almost assuredly save money in the long-run by cutting gas consumption. Moreover, restaurants use an exceptional amount of energy and resources in storing and packaging food.

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How to Build your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Life suddenly changed for most of us in March 2020 and this past year of the pandemic has reinforced how important an emergency fund is. If you’re able, maybe use some of your stimulous money to put towards building an emergency fund. It was a very scary time for us. We had enough to get us through one more month.

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Frugal Friday: Cheap Turkeys for the Win! 11.18.16

Family Balance Sheet

Even if you’re not hosting a big gathering, buy them. But lows next week are going to be in the 20’s at night, so our heater has been fixed just in time! Our home also has electric baseboard heaters, but they are inefficient and quite costly, so we don’t use them. Ebates is FREE and super easy to use.

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9 Easy Ways to Save Money Around the House

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Considering we’re only about half way done with winter, there’s still likely much more cold headed our way. If you’re looking for ways to save , one of the easiest ways is to look around the house to find places where your home is leaking money. Consider these areas: Sealing door cracks. Fix leaky faucets.

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Save Energy and Pocket Money this Winter

Saving Cents With Sense

But we’re considering inexpensive tweaks here, not huge remodels. Open south-facing window curtains during the day when they’re exposed to direct sunlight, and close them when the sun sets to protect your home from drafts and temperature loss through the cold glass. Use efficient Christmas decorations.

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9 Ways to Lower Your Electric Bill This Summer

Saving With Shellie

Switch to CFL bulbs - CFLs use up to 75% less energy (and last up to 10 times longer!) Use a power strip - Even when your electronics are off, they are still energy-suckers if they’re plugged in. Use a power strip - Even when your electronics are off, they are still energy-suckers if they’re plugged in.

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