Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2012

Penniless Parenting hosted the Festival of Frugality – Life Stages Edition and included YFS’ post, Thrifty Ways to Save on Travel. Many thanks to Young Adult Finances who hosted the Yakezie Carnival – Mardi Gras Edition and included my post, African Safaris, Gorilla Treks and Blogcation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

Forty-one percent of adults in the United States gave themselves a grade of C, D, or F on their knowledge of personal finance (according to the 2011 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling). According to the resolution: Twenty-five.6 Your children know that you are saving money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2014

There are many things that parents shouldn’t do when trying to instill good financial skills and values in their offspring. Most parents let their kids have some kind of money – either via an allowance, a job or chores around the house or from gifts. Here are some that either are not that apparent or not that easy to implement.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

If you are a parent, some day you will most likely become a grandparent. Being a grandparent is tons more fun than parenting. I only remember staying with them once without parents around. My parents were somewhat more interactive with their grandchildren (my kids). Yet you can enjoy loving them and being loved by them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. Parents already know that back to school time is the second most expensive time of the year (right after the holidays).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Sustainable PF from Sustainable Personal Finance writes about how Adopting Minimalist Principles to Save Money and Live Sustainability is possible. What Our Parents Taught Us About Money. Jessica Moorhouse and her husband have financial chats every Friday. Do you have family or friends who are struggling financially?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

I also took on the role, because I had an interest in the topic of personal finance. No surprise there; I write a blog about family finances. The FOM should be the spouse who has the most interest to perform the financial task and doesn’t have to be a stay-at-home parent. What does that person do in your home?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. Personal Finance Whiz : What Is An Emergency Fund? There were 50 submissions this week.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

Jacob from My Personal Finance Journey shares tips about how he saves big money on food and beverages at Saving Money On Food & Drinks at Happy Simple Living. Derek from Life and My Finances shares his parents’ story and best lesson with Paying Off Your Debts Early at Retire By 40.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2013

Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Emily from Evolving Personal Finance is having a Debate over Outsourcing Cleaning with her husband and wants to know if you think that paying for cleaning is a worthwhile luxury. Parents of students and students- Have you figured out your plans for summer yet?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

We as parents are usually the first and primary source of their learned behavior, even as they grow into their teenage years. Personal Finances – A Thrifty Lifestyle Is A Sustainable Lifestyle Our economic stability is also a key aspect in maintaining a healthy outlook and plays an integral part in a sustainable lifestyle.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

My hubby and I often borrow yard equipment that we use once in a while from my parents. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us to stop smoking. Personal Finance by the Book asked us what Winnie the Pooh character we were. Barbara Friedberg Personal Finance - $25 Amazon Gift Card. Going Frugal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

Attention, personal finance readers and gurus! Most financial literacy courses and parents in the know believe that teaching the difference between something you need and something you want is key in being able to control spending and thrive financially. You think you know the difference between a need and a want – right?

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

With Laughing at Wall Street, you’ll see: •How Facebook friends helped a young parent invest in the wildly successful children’s show, Chuggington—and saw her stock values climb 50%. ” Review of Product: I don’t read too many personal finance books but was excited to start reading this one once I got it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? In my life, my parents have always seemed to do quite well financially and we never suffered as kids. Even now, my parents are in a fantastic financial situation. Personal Finance by the Book tells us how negotiating can put us on top.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2011

The key is to invest the time to teach your kids the right ways to manage their finances. Teach them actionable methods and strategies that will help them learn all of the ropes of personal finance. These include all monthly expenses like cell phone bills, entertainment expenses, and any personal expenses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. Corey presents Benefits of an Adjustable Rate Mortgage posted at Steadfast Finances , saying, “Have you ever considered an adjustable rate mortgage?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2013

In Silver Spoon Kids - How Successful Parents Raise Responsible Children by Eileen Gallo, P.H.D. One is for each person to separately create their own money story by thinking about things such as: 2 of your earliest money memories. Understand each partner’s money history and experience. And Jon Gallo, J.D,

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

The cost of college education is crushing and many parents feel compelled to assist or pay for the entire tuition. I know there are many reasons for the dire savings rates: kids, household projects, kids, pets, kids, caring for an aging parent, kids, medical issues, and kids. This leaves not much left to save for retirement.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

I became a parent over 40 years ago. Here are things I learned about money when I became a parent. Every parent, rich or poor, experiences the joys, the sorrows, the highs and the lows of birthing their child, raising it and sending it out into the world. Most parents don’t think they have time to teach personal finance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

FMF presents Five Retro Rules to Save Money posted at Free Money Finance , saying, “These tips from the past can save us all some big bucks.&#. Fred Lee presents Top 5 Inexpensive Ideas for a Parent-Toddler Date posted at Parenting Squad.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 28, 2013

Taking your child to see, hear, touch, smell and possibly even taste the environment in which a product is made – while actively involving them physically will help them learn not only economics but also personal finance. What kind of field trips or tours have you done with your child to teach them about money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 4, 2016

The divide between those parents who feel an allowance is beneficial and teaches money management and those who feel it just creates a sense of entitlement is huge. The debate has raged for years and the end is not in sight. What is your take on allowances for kids?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Their parents are doing better than I did in teaching offspring personal finance, but I vowed to do better with my grand-kids than I did with my kids and so, try to pitch in and help teach them. That is one reason I hold my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp each summer with my grandchildren (our third generation).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp. This was part of my parent’s plan to turn me into a saver.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

With so many things that we parents have to teach our children, from using the potty to being a good and decent citizen, it’s no wonder that financial lessons sometimes get pushed aside in favor of more immediate needs in raising our kids. But, even so, we did manage to raise our sons to be financially capable adults.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Broke Professionals is a personal finance blog aimed at the over-educated and underpaid. It’s probably not too different from what your parents have told you. Join the husband/wife blogging team of Broke Professionals as they attempt to dig themselves out of a combined six figures in student loan debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

She writes at her personal finance website, And Then We Saved. It was a mix of college loans, a personal loan from my parents (for college), an overdraft account, and credit card debt. Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. Tell us about you and your family.

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Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

When my brother and I were growing up, our parents didn’t have much discretionary income. I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. How did you get interested in saving money? That’s not right.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 13, 2011

Author Bio: Sustainable PF writes with his wife, Mrs. SPF out of Ontario, Canada, at Sustainable Personal Finance where they discuss and explore the fine balance between their personal financial goals and their lifestyle and beliefs regarding sustainable living. 1 – Create a Monthly Hearty Meal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 13, 2011

Author Bio: Sustainable PF writes with his wife, Mrs. SPF out of Ontario, Canada, at Sustainable Personal Finance where they discuss and explore the fine balance between their personal financial goals and their lifestyle and beliefs regarding sustainable living. 1 – Create a Monthly Hearty Meal.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

This is something every parent needs to think about. That’s a small amount to pay for that level of peace of mind as a parent. Now, the thing about educating yourself about what to do with money and personal finance issues is that your mind will start being open to investment ideas. What about day-to-day expenses?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

After that, while you all primed and interested in personal finance, continue and read the awesome articles that were written across the web this week regarding personal finance and enhancing your lifestyle. Personal Finance Journey : Should You Leave a Life Insurance Policy to Your Kids?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. Since Progressive is available nationally, people who move frequently or parents with students away at college can benefit from how easy changing policy coverage can be. Depending on age, drivers may be a renter or homeowner.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2016

Buying personal finance books at garage sales and reading them one after another to make sure you have a basis of knowledge on money management. Periodic scanning of internet finance information to keep current and learn new concepts – such as how to get the investment product with the lowest fees, highest return and least risk.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions. We also show the difference between rates for young drivers on their parents’ policy versus their own policy. Our editorial team does not receive direct compensation from our advertisers.

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