Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories

Series produced by Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota

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NorthernCheapskate.com is frugal living website and radio feature from northern Minnesota dedicated to helping people save money every day.

Christina Brown is a journalist and stay at home mom who is the founder of NorthernCheapskate.com. From coupons to raising children on a budget to paying down your debt, Christina writes about her experiences in rural northern Minnesota.


58 Pieces

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Things to Consider Before Giving to Charity
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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How do you decide which charities to give your money to and that it will make the most impact.

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  • Added: Dec 31, 2014
  • Length: 03:15
  • Purchases: 1
5 Money Mistakes to Avoid
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Saving for unexpected emergencies and retirement, not having a lot of debt, don't spend more than you can afford, having adequate insurance covera...

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  • Added: Dec 04, 2014
  • Length: 03:18
  • Purchases: 1
How to Afford the Holidays
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Being able to afford shopping for the holidays, requires a plan / budget and the will power to stick to it, regardless of what others are spending.

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  • Added: Dec 04, 2014
  • Length: 04:05
  • Purchases: 2
Less is More in Rural Areas
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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After a recent trip to the City, the author realizes that living in a rural area changes the way she consumes and it helps to save money and the qu...

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  • Added: Dec 04, 2014
  • Length: 03:38
  • Purchases: 1
Shop Smart for the Holidays
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Shop year round for gifts for the holidays, you can save money by finding deals and spread out your shopping.

  • Added: Dec 04, 2014
  • Length: 04:25
Break Bad Spending Habits
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Taking a hard look at your spending habits and adjusting your attitude will help you save money and pay off debt.

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  • Added: Oct 23, 2014
  • Length: 03:56
  • Purchases: 1
Cost of Owning a Pet
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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When it comes to adding a pet your family there are lots of things to consider one overlooked item is the cost of caring and feeding of your pet.

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  • Added: Oct 23, 2014
  • Length: 03:07
  • Purchases: 2
5 Fall Money Saving Tips
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Five smart money moves that you can make this fall.

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  • Added: Oct 23, 2014
  • Length: 03:17
  • Purchases: 2
Guilt and Giving
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Using some common sense when giving to a charity, don't let your guilt overide your budget.

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  • Added: Oct 23, 2014
  • Length: 03:33
  • Purchases: 3
Breaking through a plateau
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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How to break through a plateau on your finances.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 02:33
  • Purchases: 1
Budgeting Mistakes
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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The biggest mistake people make when budgeting.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 04:12
  • Purchases: 1
College Career Trends
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Stop picking college majors based on career trends and salaries.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 02:21
  • Purchases: 2
Garage Sale Success
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Planning for a successful garage.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 03:39
  • Purchases: 2
Healthier Food Options
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Choosing health food options on a budget.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 02:31
  • Purchases: 2
Holiday Deals
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Celebrating the holidays without buying lots of stuff.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 02:33
  • Purchases: 1
Less Stuff
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Less stuff and more happiness.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 02:57
  • Purchases: 2
Paying for Stuff
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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How long will you have to work to pay for that?

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 02:34
  • Purchases: 1
Road Trips
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Saving money on road trips.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 03:35
  • Purchases: 2
Save on Groceries
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Routines to help you save on buying groceries.

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  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 03:43
  • Purchases: 1
Simple Pleasures
From: Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota
Series: Northern Cheapskate - Acoustic Stories
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Enjoying life's simple pleasure on a budget.

  • Added: Jul 31, 2014
  • Length: 02:06