Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Before going to the store, check what you already have in your pantry and fridge to avoid buying things you don’t need. Making smart choices at the grocery store will save money and minimize waste when cooking on a budget. Taking advantage of sales is one of the easiest ways to save money on food.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Are you spending more at the grocery store lately? As my kids have grown into teenagers who eat as much as adults, I spend about $800-1000/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Put Away the Leftovers Another way to increase your savings quickly is to try as much as you can to save money from your designated weekly budget. Instead, put that leftover cash into your savings accounts. From $300 a week to the weeks where you have some of that leftover, find one week where you spend absolutely nothing.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Record the item, price, unit size, price per unit, store name and date. Many stores mark down their meat 40%to 75% off about 1 – 2 days before the use or freeze by date. Buy in Bulk and Freeze in Portion Sizes. Many stores offer value packs of meat. Freeze Your Leftovers. Buy Marked Down Meat.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

As my kids have grown into a teen and tween who eat as much as adults, I spend about $700/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. You’ll be thankful later.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Are there reliable grocery stores at your destination? Usually there is enough leftovers for the last night to be a ‘clean out the fridge’ night. Also, by planning ahead I can take advantage of sales. The books usually include coupons for local restaurants, stores and activities. How long will your travel time be?

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