Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 25, 2013

We used to think that a vacation wasn’t a vacation unless we had eaten like the locals and indulged in all of the local foods. In fact, eating out while on vacation got so expensive for us, especially after we had our first child, that we often had to cut our vacations short because we ran out of money.

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

Then hippity-hop on over to SteakNShake.com , enter your city and state or zip code and then prin t more than $50 in savings with these coupons. Love to eat out and are looking for awesome Restaurant Coupons/ Deals? Looking for cheap lunch at Steak n Shake?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 25, 2014

As a huge bonus, cooking together saves money rather than eating out. Eating out is also something you can do when you are unplugged but it doesn’t foster the same connection, nor does it come at a low price. We have bikes, so we like to get out and use those on the cooler, drier days. Dream storm!

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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. Get Take Out/Eat Out Less. This blew my mind.

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Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I don’t remember if my family was frugal or not, most likely because I didn’t pay attention. Eat Out Less. This is something that we do, eat out less. We probably eat out once a month. This post may contain affiliate links or sponsored content, please read our Disclosure Policy.

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Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I don’t remember if my family was frugal or not, most likely because I didn’t pay attention. Eat Out Less. This is something that we do, eat out less. We probably eat out once a month. This post may contain affiliate links or sponsored content, please read our Disclosure Policy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2014

In addition, don’t forget other people you may give a little extra to like your mailman, hair dresser, and child care provider, to name a few. If you don’t have a lot of cash, making presents can be the way to go. Eating out is usually a large expense for most people. Can you make any presents?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Do you know how much money is flowing in and out of your bank accounts? 3 – Cook/Eat from the pantry and freezer. I enjoy Valentine’s Day, but it is on a Tuesday this year and my kids’ activities aren’t canceled due to the holiday. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. Say that 5 times!)

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Koupon Karen

JANUARY 4, 2024

Breaking free doesn’t have to be financially draining. Seeking help doesn’t have to be expensive and there are resources available to support you on your journey to recovery. However, building one doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. However, this doesn’t have to come with a high price tag.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

If it doesn’t make a return, minimize it, or drop it altogether. Cut Down the “Eating Out”. I know this will be considered by many as a horrible thing that they don’t want to give up, but just ask yourself, how many times per week do you go for fast food? So let’s get right to it.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Should you just pretend that you don’t have savings and increase your debt ? The truth is, there are some things you can’t control. While you can control where and how you shop, you can’t control the need to eat. However, this rule doesn’t apply to everyone. So, what do you do?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I know grocery shopping doesn’t sound like a lot of fun when you go away on vacation (you’re probably dreaming about not having to do that!), Even buying pre-made salads and entrees at the grocery store is substantially cheaper than eating out. Grocery Shop. Daily Deal Sites. Go Frugal'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 31, 2013

While my husband does enjoy some experiences, like eating out and going to sporting events, he enjoys collecting things quite a bit. For my husband, being able to have something tangible to show for his money — something he can pull out and look at — is a Big Deal. I, however, really don’t care much for things.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

Make sure your microwave, air fryer, and blender are ready to go for when eating out isn’t an option. BestBuy.com currently has many of their small appliances on sale for 20% off when you use the promo code SAVEONSMALLSNOW at checkout. There is no expiration date noted, so be sure to act fast.

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Whether you eat out often or just on special occasions, saving some extra money on your meals out can be the cherry on top of your special dining experience. The strategy I’m about to share for accomplishing this doesn’t require any printed coupons or awkward conversations with your server, either.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

However, this isn’t always the case. While a higher income can certainly help you get your feet back under you, ultimately it doesn’t matter how high your income is if you don’t manage your money appropriately and live within your means. We both like to eat out. We make plenty!”

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 4, 2014

’ Apart from our careers we’re very into cultural experience, LOVE big city life with all the culture and delicious food it provides and our greatest lament in moving to Western NY is that there won’t be the variety that our beloved Portland offers us. Welcome to Debt Free Stories! They blog at 2 Copper Coins.

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Couponing 101

MAY 23, 2013

You don’t want to miss out on this one. If not, you’re missing out on some great savings potential! Plink is a rewards program that pays you for shopping and eating out at some of your favorite places (like Old Navy, GAP, Outback, Burger King, Dunkin Donuts, and more). Hurry – it ends on Sunday (5/26).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Skip the pizza and constant eating out. Make regular trips to your local grocery store for dietary staples and fresh produce for a healthy diet that won’t break the bank. Students who live on or near campus and don’t have a significant distance to commute really have no need of a car. Smart Grocery Shopping.

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Eating out this weekend? To place your order or for more details see t he Domino’s Pizza website. More details on t he O’Charley’s website and the O’Charley’s Facebook page. Here is where you can save at your favorite restaurant from 9/9 all the way through 9/11. Brio Tuscan Grille and BRAVO! every weekday.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 10, 2013

Whether you''re just dipping your toes in or looking for more recipes to add to your rotation, this collection of ebooks is both inspiring and practical, with more than 200 recipes plus inspirational stories from people who have transformed their health through a paleo diet and tips for eating out without cheating.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

That was the month I didn’t know if we had enough funds to cover our expenses. I wouldn’t wish that feeling on my worst enemy. Fortunately, I’ve never met a goal I couldn’t handle. And if forgetting about it isn’t an option, only then will I step foot into a store to purchase it. Restaurants.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 1, 2012

Don’t forget the Kids Eat Free promo running at Chili’s today (8/1). Find more Restaurant Deals to help you save when eating out! Need a break from your kitchen? You can get two free kid’s meals with each adult entree purchase. You will need to print this Chili’s coupon and take it with you.

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Saving In Akron

JUNE 6, 2011

As you can see from the photo below, it is A LOT of food, and since I couldn't possibly eat all of this by myself, I brought in the big guns to help me – my 24 year old stepson. Very tasty, with just enough spice so they weren't too hot. Oh, to be able to eat like that – I do remember those days.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2016

Her age group is younger and thankfully, doesn’t have a finals, but we left the pool around 6 pm. Her age group is younger and thankfully, doesn’t have a finals, but we left the pool around 6 pm. After working all day, we ordered take out for dinner. I don’t blame her. The finals started at 5:30 pm.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

My husband and I love to travel, but in the early years of our marriage, we couldn’t travel as much as we would have liked to because we thought it was too expensive to travel. We thought eating in restaurants was a main attraction of travel because you get to try local foods. And we didn’t miss the greasy spoons, either!).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

Sure, sometimes it’s okay to have a take-out meal or fast food meal to save your sanity, but eating out more often than not is a luxury that ends up costing more in the long run. You wouldn’t drive a luxury vehicle to your parent’s house at Christmas for four hours in the snow. High End Cars.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Using only cash while on vacation will force you to question each purchase, especially when it comes to spending money on unnecessary souvenirs--you won''t want to waste your cash. Do you really need another coffee mug or t-shirt? It''s not too late to raise some spending money if you haven''t been setting it aside.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 23, 2013

I woke up each day vowing to eat well and there was always a derailment. lbs isn’t the end of the world but that over a few weeks wouldn’t be acceptable! For me, not eating at work is key and not eating out at all during the week is key. I guess the good news is that 1.5

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Who cooks at home anymore, many people eat out. Granted, oil still needs to be changed, but most of us don’t do it ourselves anymore and so don’t need to collect the oil as it drips out of the car into some old pan for used oil. When typewriters became unneeded, so did white out. Used oil pans.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 14, 2019

And by “a lot” I mean that most weeks we haven’t been able to fully unpack before we are on the road again. Since our budget doesn’t increase just because we are traveling, here are a few things that we can do to keep to our monthly budget while traveling so much: Water. We have been traveling A LOT recently.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. If you can’t answer with the word, CASH , then please, set yourself up for success and build an emergency fund. 4 – Skip the AM drive-thru and eat breakfast at home.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

The best part was that there wasn’t a minimum purchase on the meat. these 15 tips to save money when eating out. We didn’t have any coupons, but the lunch prices are much cheaper than dinners and we had some leftovers to eat at dinner time, along with our leftovers from Saturday night.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 28, 2013

This week I wanted to comment on eating out while on Nutrisystem. I have also brought my lunch bar with me to lunch before, no one cares if you eat it there! I haven’t been out to breakfast while on Nutrisystem but that would be a little more difficult. Slow and steady wins the race!

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Don’t you just love Kids Eat Free Deals ? Skip the dishes because Kids Eat Free at Chili’s today (11/12) through Wednesday (11/14). Find more Restaurant Deals to help you save when eating out! Find more Restaurant Deals to help you save when eating out!

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 6, 2020

While this financial storm is very different, this isn’t the first one my husband and I have weathered. The first few steps didn’t take us very long, but we spent six years completing our step of paying off our non-mortgage debt–which was the elephant in the room. Everything changed. It was a scary time for us.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

We used to spend hundreds of dollars a month going out to eat at restaurants. In fact, there was a time that I rarely cooked over the weekends, because we ate out so often. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. Gym Membership.

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