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Save Money on Rent

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You can save money on rent, I know because we got rent reductions. Here’s how we saved money on rent. How else can you save money while renting? Handy man – For a continuing rent reduction, offer to be the go to person for the rest of the tenants when things go bong in the night.

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The Unique Struggles of Being a Young Landlord

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There was another offer on the house, but the offer was contingent on the sale of their home, so despite our offer being lower, ours was accepted. We wanted to purchase a home that would be large enough for us to stay and grow in for the better part of the next decade. Tenants are More Relaxed – In a Bad Way.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

While we understand that many property owners do not allow tenants to paint with the latest trending colors, it is still possible to add some spice and texture to your home. You can save money on fabric to reupholster pieces by using colorful printed sheets or buying fabric on the bolt online or through a textile mill or local outlet.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) He’s a cheap date – but then, so am I.