Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

You can save money, stay on a frugal grocery budget, cut coupons, and eat healthy! The prices are definitely based on a couple years ago, but it’s still a great example to demonstrate that we can all eat healthy on a budget! How do you eat healthy and stick to a budget? How do you eat healthy and stick to a budget?

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For the Mommas

JULY 31, 2016

10 Eating Habits of People Living on a Tight Budget. We’ve all been there: unexpected expenses put a big dent in your budget and finances are a little tight. You need to start thinking about what you really need and food is definitely on that list. Here are 10 Eating Habits of People Living on a Tight Budget.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Meals 60

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!). For a list of budget categories, read: How to Start a Budget.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 3, 2024

Maybe it'll be an activity, maybe it'll be a hobby, it'll definitely be food. Bring back 48 Hours on a Budget series - I love this series, but it takes a lot of work to do each post, so it often gets put off and then I haven't done any and I am disappointed in myself. Try something new - I don't know what this will be.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 2, 2023

If things don’t need to match, you are more able to take whatever comes along that’s in your budget. My free kitchen chairs don’t match each other, and they are definitely not the type of chairs that would have come with my table when it was new. Let’s run through some examples!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2013

Budget First, Plan Later. The most realistic way plan your wedding is to start with a budget that you can afford. First you can list where the funding will come from, and then you can plan a wedding that will fit into that budget. That’s certainly true when planning for a wedding on a limited budget. Go Frugal'

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Wedding Money Saving Money Budgeting 248

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

How to use a savings goal calculator Here are brief definitions for terms used in the calculator. Before you build a budget NerdWallet breaks down your spending and shows you ways to save. Tax Filing Webinar — Jan. Savings goal : The amount you want to save — whether it’s for an emergency fund, short-term goal or long-term goal.

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Calculators Goals Emergency Fund Financial Goals 52

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2014

Cutting cable is definitely a big step, but it you’re ready to take the leap, find out How We Watch Great TV Without Cable. In January, I started a Grocery Spending Challenge , a virtual monthly accountability meeting to help us all stay within our grocery budgets. Our savings: $55 a month or $660 a year. What have you done?

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Grocery Spending Financial Goals January Budgeting 242

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

, but just in case you don’t…here are some budget-friendly interpretations that will definitely put you ahead of the fashion curve! Click here for the budget buy! Click here for the budget buy! Click here for the budget buy! Click here for the budget buy! Click here for the budget buy!

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

Set a budget and follow it consistently. The first line of defense against debt is to make a budget and keep to it. If You're willing to apply these simple and practical tips, you can definitely make it work and keep yourself from getting into dire financial straits in the future. This seems like a no-brainer, right?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

We ate at home a lot and watched our food budget carefully. We still allotted a lot of money for food, but we were careful not to go too far over budget. Finances have definitely been the biggest strain in our 11 years of marriage. How often do you and your spouse discuss your finances/budget/spending?

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Debt Debt Free Finance Friends And Family Sale 245

Saving With Shellie

APRIL 14, 2014

Definitely check it out. The post Host an Eggs-cellent Easter on a Budget with the Favado Mobile App appeared first on Saving with Shellie™. Favado put together a mini recipe book with some of their favorite Easter recipes. The Bacon Wrapped Asparagus with Feta looks amazing!

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Easter Budgeting Budget T-Mobile 51

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 19, 2012

Many people are operating on a tight budget, and it is important for some to work on a specific budget so that they won’t be overly burdened when they have to pay their bills. It is true that you definitely need money to renovate a home but spending more than you can afford is something that you can avoid.

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Renovation Home Budgeting Budget 188

Simply CVS

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

Well, I am definitely spending more at CVS. But I also am saving on my overall budget as planned. I think I have spent more out of pocket this year so far than I did in the last six months of last year.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 8, 2022

As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. I am very familiar with the store, its pricing strategy, its setup, and how to save and stretch my grocery budget dollars. However, $1 off per gallon definitely makes the price better at GIANT. Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Master the Art of Budgeting. Budgeting is simply spending just within your means. Spending more than you can afford will definitely put you either in grave debt, or it can even make you bankrupt at some point. Who Needs a Budget? Here are five simple steps to achieve frugal living. How do you spend your hard-earned cash?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

We are definitely looking forward to a long weekend. If so, read Crystal’s post about how to Become a Product Tester for Free Swag on Budgeting in the Fun Stuff. Hank likes to use prepaid debit cards to budget for big purchases and shares How To Use Prepaid Debit Cards To Budget For Big Purchases at Money Q&A.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2012

Go Slow Slow and steady is definitely the mantra for securing the financial future you want. The basis of any slow and steady financial plan is the household budget; in fact, a good budget is really like a plan for your current finances as well as for a secure financial future. Your budget, just like your life, is dynamic.

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Finance Budgeting Budget Money 188

Couponing 101

JANUARY 29, 2020

Cutting down your guest list can definitely be tricky, but your wallet will thank you. For instance, if you go with a botanical theme, your flower budget could skyrocket. Getting creative with your theme can help you shave a little more money off your budget. You may also like: How to Host a Bridal Shower on a Budget.

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Wedding Simple DIY Rent 76

Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

You can do this through simple means, such as helping them set up a lemonade stand or teaching them how to create a budget for their allowance. Learning an Instrument Playing an instrument has been linked to improved academic performance, so it's definitely worth considering if you're looking for ways to supplement your child's education.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 3, 2019

Elite Screens Manual B series is a great choice as an entry level projection screen at a budget-friendly price.This series features Elite Screens’ 1.0 gain, MaxWhite B front projection screen material.

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Projectors Budgeting Budget Beauty 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 25, 2011

Many thanks to Fanny from Living Richly on a Budget for including the post Cooking to Financial Success written by Modern Tightwad on my blog in this week’s Carnival of Personal Finance. They are definitely worth the time. Please check out the other submissions of the carnival.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2013

It’s definitely possible to save money while living a healthy life. Read more in Katrina at Canadian Budget Binder’s post about I Can Buy it, But Can I Afford it. SBB at Simple Budget Blog wants you to consider Cutting Back Household Expenses. Have you ever heard of Upromise? Trying to cut back on your spending?

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Fridays Finance Home and Garden Personal Finance 196

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 21, 2013

I am talking about budget, not that other “B” word you’re probably thinking of…that other one has nothing to do with dates, I hope. Instead you want to focus on your budget. Your budget is your friend, and it’s going to enable dates, not eliminate them. If it does, then we’ve got bigger fish to fry. Attend a poetry slam.

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Cheap Co-Op Budgeting Budget 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 11, 2013

I am definitely noticing I don’t seem to have the same stamina I did when I was younger. Before you get caught up in trying to throw and over the top party, check out Mr.CBB’s tips to spend less and have a kid’s birthday parties on a budget at Canadian Budget Binder. This course is taking a lot out of me.

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Fridays Debt Gas Mileage Financial Goals 189

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

You can find Angela at her You Tube channel, Our Life…on a Budget , where she vlogs about getting out of debt and staying there! The first thing we did was to review our spending and create a budget. Once we did our budget, we found that we could put all of that money that once disappeared towards our debt.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

I ‘ve been reading The Frugal Girl for 4+ years now, definitely pre-pandemic but I’m not sure how much before. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?I I think that I heard about Kristen’s blog through Katy, the Non-Consumer Advocate. I don’t know how I heard about Katy’s blog first!

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Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 190

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The happy couple is on a pretty strict budget. I’d recommend making a couple of dummy invitations prior to starting on the rest, and definitely look up how to do things online; tutorials are your friend! Six Ways to Plan a Wedding on a Budget Many brides to be have dreamed of their weddings ever since they were kids.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2014

There are several products that you should definitely spend your hard-earned money on, for the health of your body and our planet. What if between the grocer, the farmer, or your backyard you can’t get all the organics you want, or you just can’t afford them all? Your health, and the health of our planet, depends on it.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

This genius home planter DIY is definitely on our weekend to-do list. ( Party planning tips for any budget. ( An NYFW street style report … ( The Everygirl). …and some addicting off-duty model style. ( Who What Wear ). The Alison Show ). Home decor inspiration, brought to you by fall trends. Design*Sponge ).

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Rent DIY Planters Budgeting 79

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Make it a game and be creative when looking for money within your budget and finding new ways to earn extra money. Groceries is the easiest budget category to overspend. It was an escape from the office, but it was eating up my budget…see what I did there! 25 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Dave’s zero-based budget and Debt snowball concept were critical to getting us on the path to paying off our debt fast. I cut our grocery budget down to less than half of what it was. When the budget is already tight, there are only so many ways to save money. As Dave says, We had to live like no one else!

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

There are crafts that fit in virtually any budget, so the price point is flexible. But if there’s extra room in your budget, a bottle of wine to share could definitely transform your crafting party into more of an event. You can put together festive fall decor or just carve pumpkins together. Cooking Class.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

DECEMBER 31, 2013

You may have spent this month’s budget on holiday gifts, but have no fear –there’s no need to spend your hard-earned money on a completely new New Year’s Eve outfit. Slip into your favorite little black dress and add on one of these budget friendly statement necklaces to top your look off. Daily Deal Sara Jaeger'

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Budgeting Budget Sparkle Money 53

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Keep in mind this can definitely differ by store and region. Thanks, Kosher On A Budget ! If you’re wanting to shop the Christmas clearance at Target, you’ll need to know the schedule of when markdowns occur. This is a general guideline for you, though! Through today (12/30) – Get 50% off all Christmas merchandise.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 20, 2019

However, the outlet deals at Melissa & Doug puts premium learning and development toys within reach for any budget! And if you can too, you’ll definitely want to take a look at all the great deals on the Melissa & Doug Outlet page. Here are just a few of the current deals: Mess-Free Glitter Foam Frames $3.50 (reg.

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Toys Parenting Growing Budgeting 86

Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Also See: How to Budget Money on a Low Income How Much of Your Salary Should You Save? Here, let me show you: Say, for example, that your family is used to a certain high-end brand of cereal, but your analysis has shown that it’s too expensive and should be part of the things you cut out of your monthly budget to shore up that 20%.

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