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. This is what I do: Step 1 : make a monthly menu plan and stick it on the fridge or the wall. also set aside money for a rainy day.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Food Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly, and that’s before inflation. However, it can be an easy budget category to manage, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

The next time you make your menu plan and grocery list, instead of glancing through the sales circulars for ideas, challenge yourself to see what's lurking in your freezer and pantry. Besides a small trip to the store to pick up milk, fresh fruit, and vegetables, this should be a light week for the grocery budget.

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Freezers Economical Kitchen Shopping 153

Couponing 101

APRIL 19, 2013

I own the dinner cookbook, and it’s great inspiration when I need some frugal and simple meal ideas for my menu plan. Mother’s Day is coming up and these would make a great gift for any mom on a budget who likes to cook. Thanks, Give Me Neither ! Maybe pair it with a cute apron from the Flirty Aprons sale !

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Dinner Mom Mother's Menu Planning 97

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. You’ll be thankful later.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2011

I believe the grocery bill is one of the easiest categories of the household budget to reduce and you don't have to be an extreme couponer to accomplish the task. Thanks for reading. I guess it is possible to buy hundreds or even thousands of dollars worth of groceries for pocket change, but nobody needs 62 bottles of mustard.or

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Land o lakes TV shows Saving Money Menu Planning 166

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

It’s the only printable bundle devoted entirely to the love of planning. You’ll also find some extra fun printables for Valentines Day, the pantry, and your budgeting. The popular organizing blog, A Bowl Full of Lemons has introduced a fabulous “Financial Mini Kit” to help get your budget in order.

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Organic Organization Menu Planning Menu Plans 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

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. Create a Meal Plan. We travel with my extended family, so my mom and I will sit down before the trip and talk about a meal plan. Make sure you include it in your budget.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

Groceries is a big budget category that you have the most control over. If you plan for your grocery trip, you should be able to stay on track. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I am sure to blow our budget. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

Menu Plan As I have written before, groceries are the one category that I feel like I have the most control over when it comes to spending. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don't plan, I am sure to blow the budget. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

Create A Budget For Your Trip. 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. If you are traveling with other families, splitting the menu planning will save you money and also give you a night off when it is someone else's turn in the kitchen.

Vacation 178

Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 178

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Do a Budget Check Up. It never hurts to do a budget check up. Website for discounted photo art prints and products. Contact Me. Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Has it been a while since you set up all your auto payments for certain monthly bills? Are you wondering if you could lower your monetary contributions to certain companies?

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Budgeting Budget October December 45

Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

Now that I’ve learned a few ways to make this healthy lifestyle work, I’ve made a goal to eat whole, unprocessed foods in 2012 while sticking to a modest grocery budget. Buy in Bulk – Buying in bulk can be tricky, but if you have a solid plan in place for how to use the food, it can save you quite a bit of money!

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Whole Foods Saving Money Money Food 94

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

You will be so thankful later. Look for money within your budget and find creative ways to earn extra money. The easiest way to reduce your grocery spending is to plan your meals. Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 27, 2014

I have a magnet board on my fridge and I right down the items I am going to need within a month or so, so I can incorrporate it into my budget. (If you have a good memory, just take. note of it) Be sure to rotate food items to save on money so you dont. have items that will get outdated and then you have to throw it away. Labels: TIP.

Saving Money 45

Saving Money Money Shopping October 45

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.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

I help the kids write thank you notes when they get presents. In addition, I get other responsibilities that aren’t even on his radar like menu planning, making a grocery list, and doing a budget as well as reconciling our accounts every month. I send out photos to relatives after we go on vacation.

Women 160

Women Kids and Family Menu Planning Menu Plans 160