Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 30, 2014

Ok, Ok, let’s talk grocery budget! The Goal of the Grocery Budget Challenge is to be creative with our meal planning and grocery shopping so that we do not over-spend. Lately when I see my bill at the check out, I’m shocked at how few groceries are actually going home with me.

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Budgeting Budget Grocery Groceries 100

For the Mommas

JULY 17, 2016

5 Ways to Make Living on a Budget Fun. If you think words like budget and fun don’t belong in the same sentence, you may need to shift your thinking on budgeting. Sure, living on a budget isn’t as fun as taking a great vacation abroad, but it doesn’t have to be depressing either. Create a budget accountability group.

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Budget Budgeting Making Craigslist 40

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 22, 2013

Kansas City, Missouri/Kansas :: Kosher on a Budget. Arlington, Texas :: Grocery Shop For FREE. Dallas, Texas :: Surviving The Stores. Minneapolis, Minnesota :: Creative Couponing. Rural Minnesota (either Southern our Lake Country) :: Mommysavers.com. Cloud, Minnesota :: Frugal Finders. Columbus, Ohio :: Cleverly Simple.

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North Carolina Kansas City South Dakota San Diego 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Are you spending more at the grocery store lately? Rising prices are affecting everyone’s bank account, and groceries are leading the way. Everyone is trying to figure out how to save money on groceries! Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly, and that’s before inflation.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Finally Frugal

JANUARY 19, 2011

People are often amazed (my own family included) that I can subsist on a grocery budget of $100 or less each month. Here are my five top tips for bringing a frugal mindset to the grocery store: 1. Don't go to the grocery store hungry (and for the ladies: try to avoid going when that ole PMS rears her insatiable head.

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Frugal Grocery Shopping Frugal Groceries Grocery Shopping Grocery 49

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

Alcohol was dirt cheap in New Orleans, and transportation was a very small line on our budget in New York City. Grocery Shop. 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!), Thanks, couch surfing!

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Saving Money Money Food New York City 187

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 3, 2014

I have been diligently challenging myself to spend less at the grocery store this year. I’m trying to find that balance of staying within a set budget while still eating well. But we have some serious financial goals to hit and the grocery budget is an easy target when it comes to cutting the budget.

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March Groceries Grocery Homemade 100

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Create a Budget You guys know me by now; you know I am all about creating and sticking to a family budget. You can even use a budgeting app if you need a little more support reaching your financial goal. As per your budget, how much do you need to use every week? I can, however, help you with the plan.

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Saving Money Money Saving Credit Cards 52

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly. However, groceries is also an easy budget category to control, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast.

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Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. Related reading: 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. I have been doing my grocery shopping at a different GIANT store and I’m finding that they always have a lot of marked-down meat.

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July Frugal Credit Cards Donation 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 31, 2020

I started a new grocery shopping routine in January and it is working out splendidly! On Friday morning, I pull into the drive through during my allotted time and my groceries are placed in the back of my car. In the past, I made my meal plan and grocery shopped on Sundays. We want to live WELL, on LESS Money.

January 130

January Frugal Green And Frugal Homemade 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. Saving on Grocery Bills. Jot down all that you need each week, then go shopping. If you really need it, add it to the next week’s shopping list. Carry Snacks.

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Saving Money Money Bills Insurance 222

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

What We Ate this Week: I make an effort each week to serve my family delicious food but still stick to the budget. Every Sunday afternoon, I plan the meals and do my grocery shopping for the week. This month at Family Budgeters Unite! , Read: Earn Cash Back with these 4 Simple Grocery Apps.

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Frugal Freezers Friends And Family Sale Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2011

If you take the time to plan out your weekly menu by looking at what you have on hand and what is on sale for the week at your favorite grocery store, you can bring your grocery bill down to a more manageable level for you and your family. I take the clipboard with me to the store and cross items off my list as I shop.

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Grocery Groceries Bills Office 157

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

My entertainment budget is not very big, because my “fun” happens to be reading, writing, and spending time with family. These meals, whether they are take-out meals or ones from the grocery store, are usually high in calories, fat, and sodium, and low in nutrition. Luckily, none of these hobbies tend to cost very much.

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Money Car Cars Laptops 184

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2013

Covering everything from organizing your schedule and household records to meal planning, cleaning and budgeting, this bundle is the perfect collection to help you keep your home resolutions. This week's BundleoftheWeek.com collection includes five amazing resources to help you run your home more efficiently!

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Homemade Meals Organic Organization 127

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 9, 2016

always go right when shopping) : When you go shopping, watch the shoppers walk into the store which direction they turn or think about it the next time you enter a store, which direction did you go? They know that the longer you stay in their store, the more things you are likely to buy. It depends on the shop.

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Shopping 2016 Clearance Money 100

Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

This free award-winning app offers up-to-date information on your account balances, budgeting and transactions so you can make better financial decisions. This allows you to see whether you’ll break the budget by indulging. This allows you to see whether you’ll break the budget by indulging.

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Money Financial Goals Saving Phones 75

Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

How to cook for one person on a budget? Before going to the store, check what you already have in your pantry and fridge to avoid buying things you don’t need. Recommended Products How To Cook For One Person On A Budget Now that you have a plan, it’s time to shop. Learn to love store brands.

Cooking 52

Cooking Budgeting Budget Leftovers 52

Couponing 101

APRIL 13, 2020

Grocery Shopping (Only Online). Shopping for groceries can be overwhelming even for adults. You could discuss budgeting, prioritizing, and menu planning. You could discuss budgeting, prioritizing, and menu planning. Do you have a garden? Many children enjoy planting and harvesting from a garden.

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Kids Home and Garden Sewing Gardening 90

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Are there reliable grocery stores at your destination? Create A Budget. Maybe you don’t want to cook at all during your vacation or maybe eating out for every meal is beyond what your budget can handle. Map out your trip before you leave so you can budget for any highway tolls. Will you have laundry facilities?

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

Groceries are the one area in our household budget that I feel like I have the most control over. The weeks were I don’t menu plan are the weeks that I’m at the grocery store multiple times or we get take out multiple times, leading to an out of control grocery spending. Menu planning saves me money.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. You can buy fresh, organic fruits, vegetables, and even meat from local vendors for much less than the grocery store charges while also keeping your money in your own community.

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Saving Money Money Groceries Grocery 189

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 15, 2013

How To Cook For Yourself: A Complete Beginner''s Guide is your guide to meal planning, grocery store strategizing, and learning the ins and outs of cooking basics and techniques. Rachel takes you through the entire process of selecting meals, grocery shopping, and getting a great meal on the table in no time.

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Cooking Food Waste Meals Recipes 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 24, 2011

Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading. If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: have updates sent to your email , through your RSS Feed become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook become a Twitter follower.

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North Carolina Kansas City Virginia Missouri 170

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Remember that Walmart prices will vary from store to store. The prices for these items may be slightly higher or lower at your store. Thanks to Couponing For 4 , Money Saving Mom , Kosher on a Budget , What Rose Knows , Grocery Shop For Free At The Mart , and Deal Seeking Mom for help with compiling these matchups!

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Irish Spring Walmart Pop Tarts Dog Treats 40

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Here are real ways to save on groceries each and every month! Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! In this post, we’ll discuss realistic ways you can save on groceries at home and at the store! How to save on groceries at home.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Here are real ways to save on groceries each and every month! Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! In this post, we’ll discuss realistic ways you can save on groceries at home and at the store! How to save on groceries at home.

Groceries 52

Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 21, 2012

We are loving the time with just the two of us, but still trying to stay budget-conscious. I do all of the grocery shopping for our family of two. A little over a year ago, I started meal planning in order to make the most of our grocery budget and cook healthy meals. I pull out my coupon binder and grocery ads.

Meals 85

Meals Dinner Budgeting Budget 85

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 1, 2023

How To Make This More Budget-Friendly Use what you’ve got. Before you go out and buy ingredients for a recipe, shop your kitchen. The rice was buy one get one free at my store, making it just $1.12 The rice was buy one get one free at my store, making it just $1.12 This goes for ALL of your grocery shopping.

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Simple Leftovers Cooking Recipes 52

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

You pick the recipes and they pack all of the ingredients into a box and ship it to your door, effectively eliminating grocery shopping. I definitely think Blue Apron is worth trying to see if it fits into your lifestyle and budget, especially with the first timer discounts. What is Blue Apron? Who could use Blue Apron?

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Delivery Service Meals Daughter Kids and Family 113

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 18, 2015

I’ve teamed up with over 50 bloggers from across the United States to put together this list of budget-friendly staycation and travel ideas from different parts of the country. Tickets are pricey, but discounted ones can usually be found at Giant Food Stores. Cleveland, Ohio — Kosher on a Budget. R – W.

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Pennsylvania Museum Ohio Ice Cream 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2016

I promise you the challenges will not be overwhelming, but instead simple changes and habits to change the way we shop for groceries. Groceries is the easiest budget category to get out of control, but it is also the easiest budget category to reduce. How much should you budget for the month?

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Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Budgeting 100

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

” Robert Kiyosaki I dare say there isn’t a soul on this planet as frugal as a mom on a budget. If you do a weekly meal plan, you will know exactly what ingredients need to be bought during your next grocery shopping trip, including the ones you have and those you don’t. Do you get what I mean?

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Saving Money Money Mom Used 52

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

I knew I was going to be a stay at home mom when we had kids and since we were both teachers, we simply could not afford for me to stay home, unless we got rid of something big in our budget. Extra money from budgeting wisely and spending less (specific tips below). Budget – Obvious, I know. I rarely use coupons.

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

You shop to release stress, to be someone else, to escape. Stay away from the stores unless you need something. Send your spouse to do the grocery shopping. When you do need something, shop with a friend that won’t let you go overboard. How about a trip to the park instead of weekend shopping?

Money 203

Money Debt Finance Credit Cards 203

For the Mommas

JULY 25, 2016

Instead of spending a couple hours every week shopping at local grocery stores and farmer’s markets, try making a monthly trip to a warehouse club to buy in bulk. Not only could you save a significant amount of money, you will also save time by doing the majority of your monthly shopping in a single day.

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Kitchen Bulk Cooking Freezers 40