Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

If you haven’t put together a gift & spending budget for the holidays, I urge you to do so and I’d like to make it easy for you. Back in January, I offered my Christmas Gift & Spending Budget excel spreadsheet for FREE. Please put Christmas Spending Budget in the subject line of the email.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Time to start working on (or finishing) up your gift list for the year. Normally, I break my list down into three categories - budget, moderate, and splurge - but this year everything is under $120, and most are much less than that, so you can get more for your buck and be even more popular to that traveler on your list.

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The Budget Diet

APRIL 12, 2024

But did you know it’s possible to turn your next gaming session into cash and free gift cards? Read more The post 17 Legit Games That Pay Real Money appeared first on The Budget Diet. That’s right: there are plenty of game apps that pay real money out there.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Whether shopping for a hard-core runner, fitness fanatic or just looking to pick up cool gifts for the family, unwrapping the gift of sport can be more convenient than ever this year. Lifestyle expert Kia Malone is available with some coaching advice for shoppers ready to get into the game.

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Koupon Karen

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

But with careful planning and budgeting, you can still provide your little one with everything they need while saving for their future. But with a little planning and some savvy budgeting tricks, you can ensure you’re financially ready to welcome your bundle of joy. Stick to your budget and only buy what you truly need.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 10, 2014

Are you spending more on groceries every month than your budget allows? Personally, the club encouraged me to set aside money every month and the relief and empowerment that I felt in December when we paid cash for all of our Christmas gifts was awesome! I will continue to set aside gift giving money on a monthly basis.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. These ideas are gifts of time, creativity, and skills. 30 Free (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas: 1. Give a Photo Session.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 29, 2011

Stay within budget this holiday season with up-cycled Christmas gifts. Think outside the gift giving box this season; look at old unused items that may have parts that can be reused for other interesting and unique gifts. These are great conversation pieces and are on target for office party gifts.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Create a Budget. Include gifts, but also travel, decorations, cards, stamps, parties, etc. Take advantage of my free budget excel spreadsheet that I offer to email subscribers. When your budget is complete, you’ll know how much you need for your holiday spending. Think outside the gift box. Find the Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2012

I like to bake cookies, and I like to budget. I’ve failed at many budgets this way. If you Google how to make a budget, you’ll find the same boilerplate list of steps on thousands of sites. This is what I like to call the Toll House budget. It’s not that I lost my taste for the sweet, chewy goodies.

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Budgeting Budget Toll House Cooking 213

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

This is a repost from last year, but I wanted to share this idea for Teacher Christmas Gift on a Budget. I have received quite a few people who are looking for budget minded Christmas gifts for teachers. I think this is a GREAT idea if you don’t have the money to buy a gift. Do you have any gift ideas?

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 2, 2023

When done, decorate the paper and give as gifts or plant and watch the seeds sprout. Using common kitchen tools described in these printable instructions , simply mush up paper and cardboard and sprinkle in flower seeds to make paper. Plane Party: Gather neighborhood kids for a paper plane party!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

Having fun and finding entertainment and recreation opportunities doesn’t have to be expensive, which is great news when you are living with a tight budget. You might need to be a bit more creative than just booking into a 5-star resort or buying expensive tickets to the latest show but it is possible to find budget activities.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2014

It is so easy for the month to get lost in the commercialism and the frenzied pace and while it is fun to receive a gift, my husband and I want the month to be focused on our faith and our family. 20 Fun (& Budget-Friendly) Christmas Activities. Make Christmas Crafts to Give as Gifts. Christmas Gift Wrapping Party.

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Activism Christmas Budgeting Budget 208

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. Our monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. Hubby and the girls are on their own, but I have some coupons and gift cards that they will be using for dinners.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 19, 2015

Christmas Gifts on a Budget. When you’re on a tight budget, you may think that your Christmas shopping will only yield cheap gifts. Even on a tight budget, you can purchase gifts that look expensive. Your friends and family will never know that you were on a tight budget. Start Shopping Early.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 13, 2024

South America is close, but there are so many different places to choose from that are amazing, tropical and super budget-friendly. A pic from our boat tour of Portland Plan a staycation If everything just seems too far out of budget this time of year, opt to do things around your own town and take your vacation over holiday break.

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Regardless of your income or gift giving needs, it is important to create a holiday budget from year to year. Creating a holiday budget can help you control your spending and make sure you get all of the items you need while staying out of debt or overspending. 5 Tips to Create a Holiday Budget. Define your needs.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 16, 2011

I have received quite a few people who are looking for budget minded Christmas gifts for teachers. I know that teachers prefer to receive items like gift cards, but many of you are working on a very limited or no budget. I think this is a GREAT idea if you don’t have the money to buy a gift. Post It Notes.

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Budgeting Budget Gifts Gift Cards 81

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Have a large extended family that buys gifts f or everyone ? Does it cause stress and overwhelm to your sanity and your budget? The Gift Exchange Game will eliminate that stress, but add loads of laughs, smiles, and memories to your next holiday gathering. Years ago, my extended family decided to play a gift exchange game.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 11, 2013

There’s a nice selection of styles and prices so you can find something to fit your little girl’s taste AND your budget! See more gift ideas here ! Best Dollhouse Deals Roundup (Gift Ideas For All Budgets)! Here is a roundup of some of the best deals we’ve seen! Don’t miss out on these HOT offers!

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 3, 2013

To kick off the series and get everyone started on the first step, I created a Christmas Gift & Spending Budget excel spreadsheet that I am offering FREE to readers. Before the first meeting on the 25th, everyone needs to create a Christmas Gift & Spending Budget for 2013. Next, fill in a budget for 2013.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 13, 2015

Every Friday, I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Currently our monthly budget for my family of four is $500. We went out to dinner to our favorite seafood restaurant with a gift card that we received for Christmas in 2013! What We Ate This Week grocery budget roasted potatoes' 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

And to help you stress less and spend less , I’ve put together a 3-part series featuring my top gifts! This week’s installment will be the most budget-friendly with everything featured coming in under $25 … 1. Such a cute gift for a creative type! Arden B Knit Beret , $24 I love giving hats as gifts!

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Budgeting Budget Holiday Gifts 85

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

It’s not too late to pull a holiday party together for Christmas or New Year’s and you don’t have to blow your budget. Host a Wacky Gift Exchange . Choose a wacky theme and have everyone bring a wrapped gift accordingly. The gifts don’t have to be expensive to be fun and often times hilarious.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 17, 2011

Homemade Gift Baskets on A Budget. I am wondering if you think it would be inappropriate to use my stockpile to give gifts to a few people, just as a token of our love? I am wondering if you think it would be inappropriate to use my stockpile to give gifts to a few people, just as a token of our love?”

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 14, 2014

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. The holiday season is just around the corner, and along with the festivities comes the gift buying frenzy. Gift giving isn’t just a December sport.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 12, 2013

There’s a nice selection of styles and prices so you can find something to fit your child’s taste AND your budget! See more gift ideas here ! Best Play Kitchen Deals Roundup (Gift Ideas For All Budgets)! Is a play kitchen on your Christmas shopping list this year? Here is a roundup of some of the best deals we’ve seen!

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Kitchen Budgeting Budget Gifts 69

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 3, 2015

Every Friday, I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. Friday : I have had a gift card for Cheesecake Factory for about 5 years and we’re finally going to use it. They made spaghetti, garden salad, and fruit salad.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

.” However, if you’re on a tight budget, the holiday season may seem more stressful than joyful. But you don’t need to break the bank to give your friends and loved ones amazing gifts! These eight ways to save money on holiday gifts can keep more money in your wallet. Give Several Small Gifts.

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Saving Money Money Holiday Gifts 64

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 23, 2012

However, it is possible to have a greener Christmas, as well as find gifts that are a little more eco-friendly. As you create your gift list, really think about who’s on it, and what would be meaningful to them. Remember that a thoughtful gift doesn’t have to be expensive. I enjoy making chocolate truffles as gifts.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 28, 2013

There are gifts that are memorable because they really mean something to the recipient. Then there are gifts that are memorable because they cause you to scratch your head and say "Huh?" " Check out these gifts and get a smile instead. Get him a gift that he’ll use every day or week. All rights reserved.

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Budgeting Budget Gifts Food and Drink 49

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2015

This is my third installment of Free (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas. This series is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Another Ten Free (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas: Gift Your Skills: 1. Gifts of Creativity: 5.

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Online Coupon Island

JUNE 10, 2018

But, also want to gift your father something special this time? The post How to Celebrate Father’s Day on a Budget appeared first on The Real Coupon Codes by OCI Daily Savings Promo Codes. Are you a little low on cash this month? Don’t worry because Online Coupon Island is here to save the day!

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Simply CVS

MAY 13, 2014

If you have been around Simply CVS much you already know I love earning free CVS gift cards thru Swagbucks. If you are new here, I''d like to introduce you to Swagbucks and how it helps me to keep my budget cash in my pocket. Swagbucks is the largest online rewards site that gives free gift cards to its members for their .

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Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 24, 2024

While a trip is the ultimate gift, maybe you'd like to extend the gift to useful physical things. Stay tuned for our Destination Date Night for Valentine's Day, because you don't have to spend a ton of money to go out to a fancy dinner or travel halfway around the world if it's not in your budget. Here are 11 of the most unique.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. I’m challenging myself to find the cash outside of our budget. Also, in February, I received a check of $45 from a family member who was reimbursing us from a group gift that we took care of over the holidays. My monthly goal is $100.

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