Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Here are my most effective 20 ways of saving money fast so you can start trekking toward your savings goal. Create a Budget You guys know me by now; you know I am all about creating and sticking to a family budget. This is how you learn more about each bad spending habit you may have. Believe me!

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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.

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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.

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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. May’s Assignments: 1.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 25, 2019

This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. I started the year challenging myself to find the cash outside of our budget. However by late summer, I found it easier to set aside the money directly from our budget. I offer a FREE Christmas Budget spreadsheet to my email subscribers.

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Savings Corner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This may influence which products we review and write about (and where those products appear on the site), but it in no way affects our recommendations or advice, which are grounded in thousands of hours of research. Use this free savings calculator to understand how your money can grow over time. How much should I save each month?

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Not only will that give you something to break down (how much you need to save every day, every week, and every month), but it will also help you visualize the end game; it will help you strategize better. It may even motivate you! Ultimately, it is the money you could have saved to buy your dream car.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2011

While this may be one of the quickest ways to sock away money for the purpose of debt reduction, it’s likewise the least pleasurable. Create a budget. It’s time that you put yourself and your family on a monthly budget. A simple budget allows you to regulate spending as well as track cost. Look Your Debt in the Eyes.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

What you need to know about the best savings accounts What do the best savings accounts have in common? The best savings account interest rates are around 5%. At a brick-and-mortar bank, you’ll often find savings rates closer to the national average, which is currently 0.46%.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Managing a personal loan successfully, however, requires understanding how the payments change your monthly budget and creating a clear plan to pay off the loan. From pre-qualifying to getting funded, taking out a personal loan can be pretty painless, with many lenders offering smooth online applications and same-day funding.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Try adjusting the terms, loan types or rate until you find a debt consolidation plan that fits your goals and budget. Try adjusting the terms, loan types or rate until you find a debt consolidation plan that fits your goals and budget. But it may not be the best choice.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Millions of Americans and Canadians are experiencing what the emptiness feels like…the emptiness of their savings accounts, the emptiness of their wallets, and the emptiness of their kitchen cupboards. The truth is that you can fill your cupboards to overflowing even on a tight budget, if you know the tricks. Dare to Compare.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 25, 2013

If you are new, please read more about the Christmas Savings Club in the first post and join us. I''m still offering a FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget excel spreadsheet, click that link for more information. We have made gift giving a line item in our budget since it can be a budget buster unless it is planned for.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 9, 2015

This new number will become a line item on your monthly budget. Every month, transfer this money into a savings account that is connected to your checking account. When you are ready to pay a bill, transfer what is needed from the savings into the checking to pay the bill. Don’t let that deter you.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 6, 2012

They might have a part-time job to help pay their way through school or they may have started full-time employment for the first time. For a number of years, financial experts have been advising young people to set up a retirement savings account right from when they first start paid work. I know I do. Why start early?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Lenders primarily use your financial and credit information to determine your rate, but may consider additional information like whether you own your home, your education level and your employer. Those with fair to bad credit (scores below 690) may have to look a little harder and pay a higher rate for a personal loan.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Current retirement savings: Enter the total current balances of all your retirement savings accounts, including 401(k) plans, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and any other accounts earmarked for retirement. Monthly contribution: This is the amount you save for retirement each month.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Advantages of Paying Off Debt From a purely financial point of view, it makes more sense to focus on debt payoff rather than directing available cash to a savings account. Before I took up my Financial Reboot journey, I was more focused on growing my savings accounts as opposed to paying off debt first.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 11, 2011

and putting $30 in the bank may be impossible for you, but here are some steps to start “Saving Your Savings”. Set up a budget. This is always the first step to building savings. If you don’t know how much you make and spend, it is very hard to save anything. In my book, rebate checks equal easy savings.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 15, 2017

COBRA (an acronym for Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985) is a law that was passed during the Reagan administration that allows employees to continue their health coverage after leaving employment, but the employee must pay for it. By May, we had all seen our new doctor and really liked her.

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For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

The term “sinking fund” was originally a business term used to designate a savings account where a corporation holds funds for the repayment of a debt in order to improve their liquidity. In personal finance, a sinking fund is a savings account that is designated specifically for an irregular expense. Bank Your Savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2013

On their own, they may not seem too major but if you are guilty of more than one, you are seriously affecting your financial security. Set up a savings account linked to your checking account and automatically transfer a set amount every payday. That was me, at any rate. Lack of An Emergency Fund .

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

If you’re looking to get a personal loan, you’ll have to complete an application and wait for approval — a process that may take anywhere from a few hours to several days. Once you’re approved, the lender will disburse money into your bank account. However, some lenders may offer terms of up to 12 years on larger personal loans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 12, 2013

I was contributing hundreds of dollars each month to it, and now I could add that back into my savings plan or budget. Here are some suggestions on what your savings focuses can be after you’ve met your goal: A Vacation. You’ve spent the last several months saving for an emergency fund. Why not save up for a vacation?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

Here is what I think would work for me to beat lifestyle inflation: Pretend You’re Not Making More I’ve considered filling out a form with payroll at my work to transfer the difference between what I used to make and live on, and what I now make, into my savings account. While it may mean discipline to some, it is not always.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 13, 2016

The Best Cash Back Sites to Save on Holiday Shopping. We all need to decide on a budget, who we are buying for, how much to spend on each person etc. Maybe even use to start up a 2017 holiday savings account. Or pay off the credit cards you may have used over the holidays. Do you use any other cash back sites?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2012

Understand what parts of the job may require code inspections and what the codes mean. Save over time to build the funds you will need for the renovations you want. Talk to people you know to find who they may have used for their work. You may not want to go with the installer at the local big box – especially as a first option.

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For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Set up a high-interest savings account and be methodical about regularly contributing. Learning to make sacrifices early on and creating long-term saving habits can make a big difference on how long you are able to stay home with your new baby. Use this time to put money aside every payday while you’re still earning an income.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 27, 2011

Life insurance isn’t necessarily a fun thing to talk about, but it IS a necessity – and the Gerber Life Grow-Up® Plan is a great way to start protecting your children now while also saving money! Since 1967, Gerber Life Insurance Company has provided quality life insurance, especially for young families on a limited budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Budgeting and Economics. Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Find out the purpose of budgeting and whether it’s important for you. There may be a few ways to do that… Retirement. Real Estate. ” Taxes.

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Finally Frugal

JANUARY 8, 2011

This may be especially useful for those of us who - whether currently or in our spendthrift past - may be likely to fritter that money away as soon as it shows up in our paychecks. I do know it might take a couple of months for human resources departments to get all the details down so we may not see it until February or March.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The term “investing” may conjure images of the frenetic New York Stock Exchange, or perhaps you think it’s something only meant for those wealthier, older or further along in their careers than you. In the video below, learn more about how investing harnesses the power of compound interest, and differs from saving.

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For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

Welcome to the first article in our new budgeting series. Over the next several weeks we will be posting articles that will help you budget and save your money. 6 Steps to Creating a Budget You Can Stick To. Setting a budget is important for your financial health. Step #1: Calculate how much money you bring home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 18, 2021

Depending on how organized you are with your money, you may already have an accurate depiction of your budget. You may have overlooked some auto-pay setups that, when removed, can easily improve your financial situation. You may have overlooked some auto-pay setups that, when removed, can easily improve your financial situation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 22, 2013

If you’re already barely living from check to check, your credit rating is really low and you don’t have a lot of money in your checking on savings account, you may want to wait before having a child. Do you live in a studio apartment or a one-bedroom place because that’s currently what your budget can afford?

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Coupons Do Work

JUNE 15, 2016

What you can save on, what to expect to go on sale, each month, a list of awesome things to stock up on for the entire year ! … This is a way to plan your purchases by month for the entire year and a great way to budget and save money! April Showers brings May Flowers! The best guide ! this year I paid $0.29

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2011

While this philosophy may not be the best boost for my social life, it is a great boost for my savings account! Often I have to take the time to save for these purchases, and that extra time helps me avoid impulse buys that can be so detrimental to any budget. Going out is expensive. I Have Frugal Hobbies.

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