Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. How can you accomplish this, especially when the prices are rising? Well, I can tell you a number of ways to save money on household expenses. Saving on Grocery Bills.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

People across the country are reining in their spending and pinching pennies in a concerted effort to save more money. If you are one of these families who have eliminated spending on “wants” but still struggle to pay the bills or save money, perhaps cutting back on necessities is an option you should consider.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

While the cost of living in our new town in Pennsylvania is higher than we experienced in Utah, we are actually saving money each month due to downsizing. Our gas and electric bills have been smaller since we moved. When you downsize, you require less to heat, cool, and light your home. Maintenance and Repairs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

There’s a fair bit of hype these days about how much energy old appliances guzzle that it’s hard to know if there really is any benefit to upgrading. What The Numbers Say According to the Energy Star people, the average US household uses 13% of its total energy bill on running appliances, of which about 8% is attributed to the refrigerator.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

This got me thinking some more about how to save money by downsizing. My fuel costs have almost halved with my nifty little new car, I have saved hundreds of dollars on insurance and it is a breeze to park! Downsizing my vehicle certainly has saved me money and will continue to do so for as long as I have the car.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

With gas and electricity prices spiraling, consumers are looking for ways of saving money. As well as establishing an energy saving regime in the home which can reduce the average fuel bill by up to £250 according to the Government it is worth shopping around to compare electricity prices and the cost of gas to get the best deal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

If your finances are tight and you already have several credit cards with high balances, it is time to change your shopping behavior to save as much as possible. How to Shop Wisely. If you know what you need, you will know how much to buy. We do this every month and it has saved us a ton of work and money.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 28, 2013

On Sundays, we’ll meet here to catch our breath, and let everyone know how we’re finding our $1000. Today’s challenge will take you some effort, but that effort and time will likely save you some cash. Today we’re going to review our bills to find out if we are paying too much and if we can get a better price.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. How We Saved this Week: 1. What We Ate this Week: Monday: We went out for dinner to celebrate my oldest daughter’s 11th birthday.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 28, 2019

Implement as many of these tips as you can, and say goodbye to outrageous electric bills! Are your utility bills too high? It can happen to anyone, no matter how diligent you are at turning off the lights. Here are a few ways to lower your electric bill and possibly save hundreds of dollars a year! Unplug things.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

So often, being environmentally friendly and saving money go hand in hand. Here are some simple things our family does to be more environmentally friendly and to save money: 1. We’ve used this for about 6 weeks now, and we’ve been pleasantly surprised with how economical it is as well as how good it works.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 22, 2016

I just heated them up on the stove top with some marinara sauce. Want to lower your grocery bill? These posts will help: How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Using Coupons. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning.

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Koupon Karen

MAY 9, 2024

Before tearing down walls or moving plumbing, consider how the space can best serve your needs. Consulting with a designer can offer insights into how to use the space efficiently. Consider this guide your roadmap to navigating the remodeling process in this lively city. If your bathroom has a window, make use of it to improve airflow.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2011

Are you trying to become more energy efficient in your home but a little unsure of how to start? Reducing the amount of energy you use at home will not only make your bills cheaper, it will also go that little way to protecting the environment around us. It’s quick, easy and will save you loads of energy. Don’t stay on standby.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

It’s also one of the places in our home where we often inadvertently spend too much money. Most people will read this, and think “yeah, there are a lot of ways to save money on food…” While there are many good tips about how to save on your groceries that’s not the only place where we spend too much money in the kitchen.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 7, 2011

In the current economic climate, many households are trying to save money. Your home is probably one of your biggest expenses – so it could help to devise a saving strategy for your home. Switch to direct debit and paperless billing. By reducing your thermostat by only 1 degree you could cut your bills by 10%.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 20, 2017

This Week in the Kitchen: In an effort to save time and money, I’m trying to add either meals or ingredients to my freezer each week. As the sauce heated up, I cooked thin spaghetti noodles and added a bag of broccoli florets to the boiling water the last 5 minutes that the noodles cooked. Want to lower your grocery bill?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. How We Saved this Week: 1. We finally have heat at our house! I estimate I save about $10-12 for the same amount of tea.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Do a bit of a cost benefit analysis to see whether the savings is worth the cost of your time and pleasure! Coupons are made to lure you into a store or to get you to try products you normally don’t, not to save you money! Things seem to last just as long and I save a bunch of time. I hate waste. Clip coupons.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

My spouse and I were that young, poor couple, sloughing away at our day jobs and scrimping and saving for years to build wealth. I remember going through magazines and catalogs picking out the things I would have when we had money. You can do the things you want and need to do whether you have money or not.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 7, 2014

She asked me how we manage to prioritize our projects and renovations. Here is how we prioritize projects around the house: Comfort and Safety. Not only did this save us money over the long run with our heating bills, but it also made us more comfortable. Even if it isn’t as fun. Was it fun to do?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

When you are at work, it is very easy to spend too much money on food. If you are not a coffee snob, you can even purchase instant coffee, though you will need to be able to heat water. Still, vending machines rarely offer healthy options, and they are a great way to spend too much money on a small, calorically dense snack.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 18, 2011

Solar power uses the heat of the sun to produce energy in a sustainable, clean and eco-friendly manner. Solar power uses the heat of the sun to produce energy in a sustainable, clean and eco-friendly manner. The thermal energy of the sun is harnessed to heat water running through pipes that are exposed to the sun’s rays.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 27, 2011

It goes without saying that taking the most direct route to work is most cost-effective, fuel-wise… but planning your commute to enable timely stops to the market or to pay bills on your way to or from work can save money as well. Set it up the night before, to save time. Smart Commute. fuel prices rose 1.9

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 7, 2013

Nobody wants to be caught in the winter without heat, or with a $500 heating bill because of an inefficient heater. Believe it or not, your filter can have a lot to do with the efficiency with which your furnace heats your home. Spring cleaning is something that almost every household engages in. Clean Your Gutters.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Although my primary concern these days to get out of debt, I have been thinking a lot about what “GREEN” really means and how that impacts my everyday lifestyle. But have you ever considered how you can go green with your finances? Saving Money. Have you ever considered saving money to be more “Green”?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Editors Picks: Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site shares 10 Phrases I have Used to Save Money. Really, we should all carry a cue card in a our wallet that we can just whip out and use anytime we have an opportunity to save money. Hello and welcome to this week’s Carnival of Personal Finance.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. You will not only save yourself money, but also time. You will not only save yourself money, but also time. Dining Out.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 2, 2013

I hate turning the heat on since it’s not that cold and the heat smells since it’s almost never used. EnergySmart® Technology regulates power consumption to help save up to 35% on energy bills vs. conventional heaters*. Energy Usage Indicator displays how much energy is being used during operation.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2015

If you’re on Facebook , I started posting time & money saving tips videos over there. I store them in the freezer and heat up in the microwave. Would you like to lower your grocery bill? How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning. You can see my first one about Breakfast Burritos. My supply is very low.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Do you ever wonder how someone can sink to the point where they can no longer keep a roof over their head? Here, from my perspective, is how she got there and what she might want to think about doing before she actually loses her home. She ignored checks and had money escheated back to the state. Sink Into Depression.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

How I Saved this Week: I bought 4 participating products and saved $4 off meat (no min. Read 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat for how I consistently spend less on meat purchases. these 15 tips to save money when eating out. I still made the acorn squash, but heated some frozen ravioli also.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 18, 2014

Every homeowner knows their home is a major investment that needs to be protected with maintenance and repairs, but not everyone knows how to perform home maintenance and professionals are expensive. How Much Can You Save? Some home maintenance and repairs save you money because they are proactive.

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 15, 2015

Have you ever received an electric bill that was a lot more than you expected? It can happen to anyone, no matter how diligent you are at turning off the lights. Here are a few ways to save energy and help avoid those high electric bills! Turn off the heat dry option on your dishwasher. Heat proof your windows.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 6, 2012

In an effort to navigate the home maintenance waters successfully, I created the following checklist for how homeowners can organize their efforts and save money at the same time. Save space and conserve energy by periodically defrosting your freezer. Check for cracks, which could indicate structural problems.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Most people are aware that going green not only saves the environment, it also saves money. Electric and hybrid cars save on gas costs and emissions, but they tend to be more expensive than gas-powered models. There are several small, energy-saving devices that you can install in your house fairly inexpensively.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 21, 2012

How about spending a few bucks on small items that make a big eco-impact without breaking the bank? In just 7 months, you can easily make an enormous difference without spending a lot of money while really doing your part to help preserve the only planet we call home. Why pay for electricity you aren’t even getting any benefit from?

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