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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Budgeting Budget 2013 Christmas 100

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Starting this Saturday, November 19th and running through November 28th, Target will be offering up 10 Days of Deals with a different doorbuster deal each day! Day 8 (11/26): Spend $100 on Holiday Décor & Trees and save $50. Calling all Target Shoppers! Day 5 (11/23) : Buy 1 Get 1 Free Pizza. Day 9 (11/27): Coming soon!

November 100

November Clothing and Accessories Target Storing 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2019

I promise I won’t start reciting Christmas carols, but while the holidays are still somewhat fresh in our minds, I think it would be a good idea to start planning for Christmas 2019. It’s so easy to get caught up in all of the bargains that stores throw at us in November and December. Step 1: Create a 2019 Christmas Budget.

2019 100

2019 Club Christmas 2018 100

Simply CVS

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Great/free deals on needed items (to free up budget money for the holidays) and candy for small gifts or stockings! Below are deal scenarios for the CVS ad for the pre-Black Friday 11/23-11/26/14. Black Friday" savings bonanza right here people!

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2014 Fridays CVS November 157

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. My monthly goal is $100.

2019 100

2019 October Club Christmas 100

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

It is November and that means that plenty of deals will be heading your way. We all have different tastes, budgets, and holiday gift lists. I’ll be adding a holiday deals section soon, too! With that, I know that not every deal will be for everyone. Smartphone Mobile App – Away from your computer?

November 78

November Holiday Watches Deals 78

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 23, 2013

Just in time for holiday shopping. It’s not too late to make a budget for your Christmas spending. It’s not too late to make a budget for your Christmas spending. My offer for a FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget excel spreadsheet is still available. It’s FREE and online.

November 100

November Used Menu Planning Menu Plans 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. . The First Assignment: The assignment that is due today was to create a total Christmas budget. Read: My Ebates Review.

2019 100

2019 February Club Christmas 100

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

Over the years I have had to budget, put money away…so we can live the life without worrying about money. To budget, not spend on stupid things and save as much as you can. Step 6 : I stock up on the ‘high holiday” i.e. back to school, christmas, Thanksgiving,etc. also set aside money for a rainy day.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Food Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. My monthly goal is $100.

2019 100

2019 September Club August 100

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Today only, November 22nd, head on over to Target.com where you can save 25% off select beauty items when you enter promo code BEAUTY at checkout. Burt’s Bees Bounty Holiday Gift Set Classic Mix 4 piece $9.99 Also, choose to Subscribe and you will save an additional 5% off your purchase AND shipping is free on all orders! Buy 2 sets.

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Holiday Codes Target Gifts 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. My monthly goal is $100.

2019 100

2019 June Club Christmas 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. My monthly goal is $100.

2019 113

2019 Club July Christmas 113

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. My monthly goal is $100.

2019 100

2019 April Club Christmas 100

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Over the next 6-8 weeks you will see many deals for the holidays on FTM. However, the reality is, most of us are going to buying this holiday season — and buying alot. Keep close track of what you are spending, use a budget worksheet like the one here. Create a budget. Stick to the budget.

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Holiday Budgeting Budget Debt 61

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. My monthly goal is $100.

2019 100

2019 Club Christmas May 100

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 5, 2011

Over the next 6-8 weeks you will see many deals for the holidays on FTM. However, the reality is, most of us are going to buying this holiday season — and buying alot. Keep close track of what you are spending, use a budget worksheet like the one here. Just in time for the holidays!

Holiday 71

Holiday Shopping Debt Budgeting 71

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. I''m still offering a FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget excel spreadsheet, click that link for more information. If you have not done so, complete the Christmas Gift & Spending Budget worksheet.

April 100

April Club Christmas Goals 100

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

OCTOBER 30, 2010

One Holiday down and one to go before the BIG one…don’t kill me for bringing up Christmas/Hanukah/New Years in October (almost November) but the truth is it’ll be here before you know it! Their cards make a very stylish statement and no matter what your taste or budget, they have you covered!

Holiday 61

Holiday Giveaway Win Contest 61

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November, I'm holding a viral meeting for the Christmas Savings Club , a monthly accountability to help us save for a cash Christmas. As outlined in the first post , your goal this past month was to create a budget for your Christmas spending. Today is the first meeting! How did you do?

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Christmas Club Goals Budgeting 127

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Use Holidays Strategically. Here is a list of Federal Holidays. Monday, November 12. Thursday, November 22. I’m blaming this primarily on budget. Create Your Own Holiday. The federal government, which I love so dearly, gives us 10 pre-selected holidays each year. Use them to your advantage.

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Vacation Economical Birthday Fridays 221

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 19, 2016

Starting this Saturday, November 19th and running through November 28th, Target will be offering up 10 Days of Deals with a different doorbuster deal each day! Day 8 (11/26): Spend $100 on Holiday Décor & Trees and save $50. Calling all Target Shoppers! Day 5 (11/23) : Buy 1 Get 1 Free Pizza. Day 9 (11/27): Coming soon!

Clothing and Accessories 100

Clothing and Accessories Target Storing November 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November, I'll be holding a viral meeting for the Christmas Savings Club , a monthly accountability to help us save for a cash Christmas. Before the first meeting on January 25th, there's a little bit of prep work to do on your end: Step 1: Create a Christmas Gift Budget.

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2013 Christmas Club January 113

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Even better, now through November 26th, use promo code HOME20 at checkout to save an additional 20% off which brings the total down to $3.19! a holiday savings deal! Hippity-hop on over to Sears.com where these Cannon Fleece Throws in a variety of prints are marked down to just $3.99 (regularly $9.99)! BEST PRICE YET! -a

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Sears Price November Codes 100

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 24, 2012

Don’t forget to enter my current giveaways: Own Beauty Insiders Giveaway (Ends November 27). Beautiful Hair with hbl and Giveaway (Ends November 27). Chili’s Pick-A-Pepper Menu and Giveaway (Ends November 27). Clean the Air with Fellowes Quiet Air Purifier with True HEPA Filter and Giveaway (Ends November 27).

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Giveaway Ice Cream Makers Air Purifiers November 66

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

This post was originally published on November 22, 2010. Online retailers offer significant discounts in an effort to increase sales and draw in customers who are shopping for the holidays. If you want to get in on these awesome deals, but don’t want to blow your budget, I have a few helpful tips: 1. Stick to a Budget.

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Online Shopping Shopping Budgeting Budget 100

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

Anki Cozmo Robot is a super hot toy this holiday season! note that this item will be in stock on November 28th but you can still order now and it will ship when in stock. And Amazon has the best price!!! Cozmo is a robot that expresses real emotions in response to your actions and works with most Android and iOS Smart Devices.

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Amazon Fridays November Credit 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. My offer for a FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget excel spreadsheet is still available. If you have not done so, complete the Christmas Gift & Spending Budget worksheet. How did I do in August?

August 100

August Club Christmas Goals 100

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 17, 2012

Don’t forget to enter my current giveaways: Have Fun Playing Scrabble Catch Phrase and Giveaway (Ends November 20). Delicious Condiment Set from Seasons Harvest and Giveaway (Ends November 20). Disaster Preparedness with Zippo and Giveaway (Ends November 20). Fun with Dino Dan and Giveaway (Ends November 20).

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Giveaway November Blu Ray Consumer 55

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Need a cheap gift for the holidays??This Today only, November 20th, hippity-hop on over to the Target Cartwheel site where they are offering up a new Cartwheel good for a whopping 50% off Black+Decker Toy Tool Belt Set ! Target Shoppers! This gift is super hot that today only at Target, after that, you will never see this price again!

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Tools Toys Target November 100

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

From now until November 17th, Kmart will be giving away $500.00 The holidays are close, with less than 95 days until Christmas , and shopping season is here. Sticking to your holiday budget and sticking to your family’s Christmas holiday gifts list is less challenging with Kmart’s free layaway.

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Kmart Christmas Giveaway Win 81

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

I’ve been obsessing over this Sherpa moto-sweater that Lauren Bush is wearing ever since I saw the GAP Holiday lookbook … and now I can save about $40 dollars on it! I plan on making very good use of my coupon…what will you be buying this weekend??

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Old Navy Budgeting Budget Bulk 72

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Apparently, according to multiple sources such as The Holiday Spot website, Wikipedia and various responders on Google Answers there really are actual Christmas celebrations in July. Save Money and Plan Now for Holiday Spending. Start shopping for the holidays – paying for gifts as you go. In the Giving Mood Now?

July 162

July Christmas Friends And Family Sale Garage Sale 162

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Toys “R” Us announced that its stores nationwide will open at 5pm on Thursday, November 26th, the same time as last year. Stores will remain open through 11pm on Friday, November 27, offering awesome doorbusters and savings on the season’s most sought-after toys. Toys “R” Us Announces 2015 Thanksgiving Weekend Hours.

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Thanksgiving 2015 Toys November 40

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

I know that this is a favorite magazine to many of you, so I was excited to see this one back before the holidays! 1 cooking magazine takes a commonsense approach to family-pleasing meals with family-tested favorites, hints on cooking for one or two, as well as meals on a budget for big families and more. Just in time for the holidays!

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Magazines Home November Cooking 69

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

I know that this is a favorite magazine to many of you, so I was excited to see this one back before the holidays! 1 cooking magazine takes a commonsense approach to family-pleasing meals with family-tested favorites, hints on cooking for one or two, as well as meals on a budget for big families and more.

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Magazines Home November Cooking 68

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

We have some hefty financial goals this year and this is just one more way for me to squeeze more from our budget. At the beginning of the month, we were in the market for a bedroom dresser because my youngest daughter’s dresser fell apart over the holidays. Surprisingly I was able to walk out with nothing for myself.

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Thrifting January Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100