Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 6, 2014

The sales tax, plus the ongoing higher property tax and insurance are really turning him off – and the van does fine if we drive it locally or just for a few hours to the lake. Of course, I want the best deal possible, so I went scouting to see what I could learn about getting the best deal on a rental car.

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Rental Car Cars Car Rent 167

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 10, 2023

We found a really cute set for a great sale price at Big Lots…of all places–I had no idea they sold furniture. Both our CD and high-interest savings account are FDIC-insured and are at banks that we trust. While they would not reimburse us for the rental car, they also gave each of us a $50 credit to be used within a year.

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Frugal June Flights CD 100

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Another cost to factor into flying is whether or not you’ll need a rental car when you arrive at your destination. Having our own car means we don’t have to rent one and we can bring a LOT from home. In the weeks leading up to our trip, I watch the weekly sales and stock up on things we’ll need.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 18, 2016

On the renter side, new fees have been initiated by and are paid directly to VRBO – approximately 3% of the charges for the property rental. These fees are in addition to the owners rental, cleaning, deposits and the governments sales taxes and can easily had hundreds of dollars to the cost of a stay.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Rent 100