The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? My kids both have chronic medical issues that are costly & require much budgeting. The hardest-it gets really old being on a tight budget sometimes, even looking at the end game or the why. This means funds are tight.

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Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 177

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 8, 2017

Healthy food gets a bad rap for being expensive, but it doesn’t have to break your budget. Spend the few extra dollars on an all-natural variety, and your body will thank you. These are all staples that I keep on hand for quick, healthy, and affordable meals! Dried pasta is a staple that everyone should have on hand.

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Couponing 101

MAY 10, 2012

Menu planning is a great way to save money and stay on budget. Thanks, Money Saving Mom ! You can download free weekly and monthly printable menu planners ! Find more great free printables here. Free Printable Menu Planners is a post from Couponing 101.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Budgeting Budget 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 19, 2012

Jana’s post, Factors to Consider When Accepting a Job was included in the Yakezie Carnival – Severe Weather Edition hosted by Money Qanda as well as the Financial Carnival for Young Adults #8 hosted by 20’s Finances.

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Gasoline Personal Finance Finance Insurance 140

Couponing 101

JULY 7, 2014

Great way to feed the whole family without breaking the budget! Thanks, Money Saving Mom ! IHOP is celebrating 56 years tomorrow (7/8/14) by offering everyone a short stack of pancakes for only 56¢ ! Valid Tuesday, 7/8/14, from 7 am – 7 pm. Limit 1 discount short stack per customer. Find a location here.

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IHOP Pancakes Restaurant Birthday 85

Couponing 101

JANUARY 29, 2020

Cutting down your guest list can definitely be tricky, but your wallet will thank you. Your closest friends and family might be prepared to help you host a wonderful wedding, and making use of their skills can help you save big. For instance, if you go with a botanical theme, your flower budget could skyrocket.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

. “It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” ” Robert Kiyosaki I dare say there isn’t a soul on this planet as frugal as a mom on a budget. This should save you a bundle on the cleaning products budget.

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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. According to the U.S.

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 18, 2011

You can stretch a small clothing budget by purchasing one or two scarves to liven up what is already in your wardrobe. Thanks, Money Saving Mom ! They really make a difference!

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2015

I BLEW MY GROCERY BUDGET! If you’re on Facebook , I started posting time & money saving tips videos over there. I made two batches in preparation for back to school and I was thankful to have breakfast ready to go on this week. That’s what happens when I take my eye off the ball.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Thanks, couch surfing! Alcohol was dirt cheap in New Orleans, and transportation was a very small line on our budget in New York City. Daily Deal Sites.

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Saving Money Money Food New York City 187

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Ultimate Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes at Budget Savvy Diva. Check out Save Money with Pinterest: Meal Planning 101 from Money Saving Enthusiast. Thanks for reading. Classic Sweet Potato Casserole at Southern Living. Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Parmesan at FBS. Bread & Rolls.

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Thanksgiving Meals Martha Stewart Food Network 153

Couponing 101

MARCH 16, 2015

What a great way to have an outing with the family without blowing the budget! Thanks, Money Saving Mom ! Sonic is offering half-price shakes every day after 8 pm , all spring and summer long! No coupon necessary. I always recommend calling ahead to be sure your location is participating.

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Sonic Ice Cream Price Food and Drink 40

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

5 Ways to Save Money In The Home by Living A Frugal Life. 7 Easy Ways to Save on Travel by Living A Frugal Life. How To Have A Money Saving Wedding Reception by Living A Frugal Life. 52 Week Money Saving Challenge | Save $1378 In 2014. Basic Steps for Setting up a Budget by Frugal Living Mom.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

Whether you’re spending minutes or hours pinning photos of your favorite meals, outfits or vacation destinations, there is a wealth of money-saving knowledge floating around on those boards. Chances are, it may take you to a blog or website that provides plenty of money-saving advice for the exact things you’re looking for.

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Money DIY Saving Money Saving 188

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

Most of them are related to our small business, my husband’s chiropractic office, but last January I got a bee in my bonnet about debt…thank you, Dave Ramsey. This is the year that we will control our money and our debt and fear will not control us. Weekly Meals on a Budget. Budget Financial Freedom'

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2015 Money Debt Home and Garden 100

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? I track expenses, monitor our budget and handle all of our investments. Because I understand finances, money doesn’t scare me. That’s followed closely by Thankful Thursdays because they always remind me to count my blessings. That’s not right.

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Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 175

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

You will be so thankful later. Now it’s time to FIND THE MONEY! 25 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund. To kick start your emergency fund savings, take the next 31 days and challenge yourself to find $1000. Groceries is the easiest budget category to overspend. 6 – Eat dinner at home.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

I’m always looking for a new ways to save, so I’ve compiled this awesome list of over 60 articles to help you save on just about everything. Thanks to all the awesome bloggers who helped compile this list! Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. by Military Wives Saving.

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Saving Everyday

JULY 15, 2014

If you love to decorate on a budget, then you’ll love this new series! Thanks to Chrystie from Money Saving Sisters for putting this together for us! Pin This To Pinterest. Each week we’ll feature a designer-inspired room that you can duplicate for less – a lot less!

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Pottery Barn Dining DIY Sister 55

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 7, 2015

She shares delicious recipes, money saving tips and frugal living posts at her blog, Stacy Makes Cents. How often do you and your spouse discuss your finances/budget/spending? We do budget together EVERY SINGLE MONTH. Because each month needs a different budget based on the circumstances you’re currently in.

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Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2015

As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. I scour websites, magazines, and Pinterest for new recipes and ideas that will WOW my family and save me money. Kiosk Savings. Scan your bonus card at an in-store kiosk to print 4 money saving coupons.

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Food Storing Saving Magazines 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 20, 2012

Here is Alicia’s question: How much money do my husband and I have to save up before buying our first home? Thank you for asking such an important question Alicia. This will enable you to see options that are within your budget. This is a question many people should ask but don’t.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

To this day, I’m always looking for creative ways to save money each month , and many of the things on this list came from my dad. Money saved is money earned. Money you don’t spend = money saved = money earned. Keeping track of your money is crucial. Read that again.

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Saving Money Money Saving Bills 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

The Penny Hoarder : Get Paid to Reduce Your Energy Usage – There are some money-saving ideas that you’ve no doubt heard a million times. Sweating the Big Stuff : How I Made Money on a $371 Visit to the Mechanic – After bringing in my car for maintenance, I was given a loaner for a 1,000 mile to and from San Francisco.

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Coupons Do Work

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Ibotta: Almost every money-saving website talks about : Ibotta.com : Why? A person could learn between now and Christmas over $100 bucks thanks to redeeming retail and grocery offers (and from-time-to-time, restaurant and fast food! Just about everyone who uses it has made money from Swagbucks at one point !

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Christmas Swagbucks Bank Banking 153

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Danielle from Saving Without A Budget shares 5 Smart Investing Tips for 2012. and says, “There are all kinds of ways that family and money are intertwined. Jack from Money Saving Ethics tells us Easy Tips for Saving Money Part 2. years, my perspective on an engagement ring is simple.

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Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

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! . $3.98 - $1/1 White Cloud Bath Tissue Product Printable Coupon = $2.98 Olay Fresh Collections Body Wash 2 pk.

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Irish Spring Walmart Pop Tarts Dog Treats 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 29, 2014

Having been laid off and losing half our income, my goal was how to figure out how to stretch our budget. money saving tips. Thank you for reading, and being a part of my journey. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. It was out of necessity. family and life updates.

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Finds Storing Santa Barbara Goals 108

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

You will be so thankful later. Now it’s time to FIND THE MONEY! 30 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund. Look for money within your budget and find creative ways to earn extra money. Put the money saved into your emergency fund. Become hyper-focused on funding this account.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 4, 2011

Instead of highlighting my favorite five current deals, I rounded up five of my favorite money saving iPhone apps. :: Sale Price – This app helps you calculate the sale price. Thanks for Stopping By! Have you "liked" Saving with Shellie on Facebook yet? Not sure where to start?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

In fact, my husband and I just revamped our budget so that we can donate to charities even more each month. Thanks Jeffrey for giving us some new ideas on how we can help others. Now on to the rest… Save Money this Spring: #1. Sustainable PF presents The Beauty in Saving Your Skin and the Water Supply.

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Saving Money Money Credit Cards Insurance 232

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 10, 2012

He instilled a strong work ethic in me and I thank him for that. Because in doing this I will be implementing every frugal, money-saving strategy I know of, which goes far beyond just using coupons. From working with your creditors, to negotiating your bills, to clever ways to save. If I wanted something, I worked for it.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Be sure to share this fun, money-saving list with your friends and family. A big thanks to Lori over at More With Less Today for help compiling this list! ** Always call ahead and make sure that your local store is participating to avoid disappointment **. :: American Girl Special Store Events.

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Activism Pottery Barn Family Home Depot 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2011

Just like Money Ning mentioned, we can splurge sometimes without it ruining our goals. This weekend while we are in Vancouver, I am going to take my hubby out for a great dinner to thank him for all of his support with this family stuff. Free Money Finance shares with us why instant gratification is killing us.

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February Family March Finance 140

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 2, 2015

DIY Thankful Tree. Share this fun,money-saving list with your friends and family. Thanks to the Happy Housewife for sharing this!). :: Flying Lessons. Join each site for free and start having more fun on a budget! Big thanks to Lori at More with Less Today ). Crafts: Frugal Fall DIY: Easy Pillowcase Pumpkin.

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