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. We have a smaller place, and we use less energy to keep it comfortable. Just moving to a smaller home can reduce the amount of money you spend on your home’s upkeep.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? Over the years I’ve developed my personal philosophy of money and lifestyle through a combination of minimalism and simple living content, the FIRE movement including Frugalwoods and The Simple Path to Wealth, Dave Ramsey. What’s an embarrassing money mistake you’ve made?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 15, 2011

However he kindly reminds everyone that reducing your driving is the best way to save money on gas, as well as save the environment! I thought this would be an appropriate time to compare the efficiency of various modes of transportation. Department of Transportation, Good.is, and my trusty calculator. of a person in a car!).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Alcohol was dirt cheap in New Orleans, and transportation was a very small line on our budget in New York City. How have you saved money on food while travelling? Thanks, couch surfing!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Many people look instantly at their income as the source of their problems as soon as they are tight on money. Avoiding the unnecessary things like extra trips to the store can help you save on gas or transportation expenses, and limiting the times that you eat out can actually do a lot for your finances. Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 9, 2014

This lady has been blowing up, from The Today Show to The View, she is inspiring folks all over the country to save money by eating in! I’m all for saving money and inspiring people to cook their own food, but I worry about the trade offs. Is it really worth it to give up whole foods (not the store, the actual foods) to save money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

Buy only the fresh products you are going to use within the next couple of days, because if you don’t, you will have to throw them away. We do this every month and it has saved us a ton of work and money. If the household does not use it, you have to discard it, and with it the money you spent on it.

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Your home may still be consuming a lot of energy (and therefore costing you money) even when you’re not there. Preparing your home for your departure can reduce its energy consumption, thereby saving you money. Bringing a refillable water bottle on your journeys can save you money and reduce unnecessary waste.

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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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2013

Here are ten ways that you save money while planning a wedding. Buying local is cheaper because the transportation costs are lower. If your friend works at a company that you can use for your wedding, you might also be to score some discounts. Use a Coupon for Your Honeymoon. Budget First, Plan Later.

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Wedding Money Saving Money Budgeting 248

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 27, 2013

The world has come a long way since houses were made of dung and sticks, and people used rocks and turtle shells as kitchen utensils. When products are made by humans, chances are that somewhere along the line there will be flaws and those flaws can cause injury or death to those using the products. Bad Medicine. That’s right!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2013

Unlike most theme parks, parking is free (although you can pay for parking close to the entrance) and a free shuttle provides transportation to and from the entrance. Tickets for $30 each, but valid only for use on Thursdays. Bring snacks and a drinking cup to use in the park. How did you save money? Avoid the souvenirs.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 28, 2019

It costs a lot of money to make money. Try to adopt these four simple habits to save money on your daily commute. Driving less can be an easy way to save money. You might consider carpooling, using public transportation, walking, or biking to work to cut costs. Let us know in the comments section below!

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 6, 2024

The only useful pocket is a back pocket where I put my phone, but I'm 100% not putting anything else in there, not just because my phone is already in there. Sometimes, you just don't want to carry a purse or other bag, or you aren't allowed to bring one into a venue, but your pockets are insufficient for keeping things inside or secure.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

As I prepared to hold a Money Camp for my young grandchildren last year, I researched various educational standards to review what kids can learn at various ages. Use the below as a guideline only. They may start getting money for birthdays or for doing chores and may learn that they can save it, spend it and give it away.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you want more information about one of the cities you’ve compared, you can use NerdWallet’s City Life tool for data on local schools and businesses, walkability and demographics — more than basic cost comparisons. Cost of living” is the amount of money you need to sustain a certain lifestyle in a given place.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2012

I often find myself opening a jar of spaghetti sauce, using only part of it, and putting the rest in the fridge with the intention of using it up in the next few days. This makes me feel bad for not only wasting food, but wasting money. Use Beans I love beans. You can use beans in so many different ways.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 15, 2013

Do you drive a hybrid car or bypass vehicles all together and take public transportation? That means for centuries, women have been using reusable cloth pads. In times long ago, there are reports that some women used grass internal to collect the blood (talk about an ick factor!) In some cases it can be fatal ( Tampax ).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2014

Many people choose to buy more efficient cars, take public transportation, and carpool in order to reduce these costs. You can alleviate some of those costs with the help of public transportation and carpooling. But, no matter how many ways you find to save money, you still have the time factor. Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Do you make enough money to cover your mortgage or rent, groceries, transportation, and other essential expenses, but find yourself on a treadmill of not being able to save? Think about everything you could use $1536 per year on. Buying Stuff You Don’t Need or Use. Many people are, and you’re not alone. Brown Bagging.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Sunrise with my daughter at Lake Michigan Our son is now 15, and about 25 hours into his private pilot’s license, which he’s funding by earning money working for my father-in-law. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts?

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Koupon Karen

MAY 17, 2024

Seek Professional Assistance One of the most significant challenges of moving is managing the logistics of packing, transporting, and unpacking your belongings. Professional movers can take care of everything from packing and loading to transporting and unloading, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your move.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 27, 2024

It's a great way to get breakfast and lunch all in one, but without spending the money of both. There's nothing like being able to save money overall, but also be able to get waffles or a burger at the same time. I use Bitdefender for both internet security and a VPN. Outside of the U.S.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Here are five tips to help you save money when attending a major sporting event. The markup will be tremendous and they have bought them from the same vendors that the online companies use. Furthermore, many public transit systems offer transportation to these venues. The following is a guest post. Eat Before You Go.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2014

For the people on your list that might rely on public transportation or have unreliable transportation, consider offering to run their errands or chauffeur them for their errands for an afternoon or two. Laundry Service or Use of Your Laundry Room. We live in a tech age and a lot of seniors could use some lessons to keep up.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Are you a knitter, or crafter or do you know how to use a sewing machine? You could also use favorite pictures from the year.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 10, 2024

Even when I do more than usual, I still don't use too many products. That bag won't be so big that I need a larger carry-on or suitcase to fit everything I need, so fewer, smaller things helps me pack lighter overall, which in turn saves me time and money. I rounded up all the things I normally use at home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

I do try to get good value for my money, and I do try to get the best possible price for what I want, but I don’t always subscribe to the idea that cheaper is better. By spending a little more on garden tools, we have higher quality items that don’t break as we use them. What will you use it for?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 6, 2012

We have all heard that age old adage “save your pennies for a rainy day,” but many of us never do it. Saving money can be a bit of a difficult challenge, especially if you are in a household that lives paycheck to paycheck like so many do. Many people think that it is too hard to put money away. Save Those Pennies.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2012

Most American and Canadian adults own or have access to their own vehicle and use it by themselves on a regular basis. Here are 11 ways you can make your transportation needs a little more eco-friendly. Buy A Bike Exercise combined with clean air and free transportation makes riding a bike a win-win for everyone.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Saving Money. Have you ever considered saving money to be more “Green”? The simplest way to save money, and to help the environment is not purchase items that you don’t need. One of the best ways we can learn to go green is by making small changes around our house that will help not only to save tons of money, but also energy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2013

I was an expert at this; I spent every dollar I earned and juggled multiple credit cards to pay bills and buy whatever I thought I had the money for. Of course, by using credit cards for purchases and bills, I was spending money I didn’t have and probably wouldn’t have any time soon. Not a bad buffer for difficult times!

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Couponing 101

JUNE 22, 2019

There are many places that are very affordable to where you may even be able to stay under $40/day for basic accommodation, transportation and 3 meals (airfare not included). Try to stay within one or two regions or use local transportation to cut costs. Save money by renting a house instead of staying in a hotel.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 11, 2014

Specifically how we are planning on dealing with money as a couple and how that differs from how we deal with money as individuals. Our finances are not currently combined, but since we became engaged, we have been taking small steps toward at least partial pooling of our money. Money Tips' Allowances Quell Resentments.

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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. That way you keep both the glass and plastic bottles out of the landfill and you reduce the environmental impact of transporting water from draught-ridden areas. Consider growing a garden, which can save you on food and transportation costs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 27, 2014

According to CNN Money article Average cost to raise a kid : written in 2013, that cost is $241,080. This includes things such as groceries, day care, transportation and clothing. Hopefully this isn’t a reason used to justify not having children, they are well worth the cost! Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2014

For those of you who haven’t seen the movie, No Impact Man is about a small family who spends a year trying to live “no impact” They live without generating garbage, without using electricity (for a portion of the year), and without buying anything new. Stop Using Paper/Plastic Plates, etc. This blew my mind.

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