Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 17, 2012

If you are interested in saving money while still providing quality food for your family, you should take a look at these seven money saving tips. Rice, Beans, and Pasta These three items are staples that you can buy in bulk and add in to a number of dinner recipes. So, what do you do to save money on dinner?

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

You can absolutely save money on healthy food! This will not only save you money, but encourage you to eater a wider range of foods. Buy in Bulk – If there is a food with a long shelf-life or that you eat a lot of, consider purchasing it in bulk. One big couponing myth is that all coupons are for junk food!

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Looking for ways to save money on groceries? How to Save Money on Groceries. That is a lot of money, so I plan our meals. The freezer can be an important tool to saving money at the grocery store and it’s not just for saving leftovers. Batch cooking: Buy in bulk, batch cook, and freeze in portion sizes.

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Couponing 101

MAY 28, 2012

Reader Adrienne sent in the following great frugal tip: “When I feel like I don’t have time to coupon, I still save money by buying meat in bulk, especially ground beef. ” This one saves money AND time! You could also go meatless more often to save money. I buy the 10 or 20 lb tubes and bring them home.

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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. The best thing you can do to save money on groceries is to cut back your meat consumption and increase the amount of vegetables you eat. Drink More Water Tap water in the U.S.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

We do this every month and it has saved us a ton of work and money. If the household does not use it, you have to discard it, and with it the money you spent on it. Buy butter in bulk when it is on sale. This will decrease the money you waste and prevent your from spending extra. How to Save Money on Baby Costs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 27, 2011

Wouldn’t it be great if you could have a positive impact on the world around you and save some money at the same time? Buy in bulk. With the rise of Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s Wholesale, it has gotten easier than ever to buy items in bulk. Buying in bulk reduces the amount of packaging that is needed for a product.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 19, 2016

Day 19 of 31 Days to Slash your Grocery Spending: Saving money on meat. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. But it is the #1 way I save money on meat, and it’s always a good day when I stumble upon great deals. What your #1 way you save money on meat?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 23, 2012

However, our quest to find interesting drink options, can lead us to spending more money than we realize. The following list features some common drinks and how to save money when you buy them. Soda – It is also easy to spend too much money on soda, especially if you drink a lot of it. How to Save Money on Food Costs.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

So in order for me to avoid wasting money on jarred food and to know what exactly is going into said food, I decided to make my own! Plus, I felt much better about saving some money (to then spend on their clothes…). And if you buy in bulk, you can save a ton! -Picky-Pants won’t eat the store bought, organic, $1.68

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Here are a few money tips to help you plan your back to school activities and maybe reduce that $600 per child amount. It’s fun for me and it saves my children shopping time and money. Band with neighbors or friends to buy school supplies in bulk – then spit the cost between you. Bulk buys can be a lot cheaper.

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freestuff.tv

JULY 12, 2011

Many homeowners are frequently looking for ways to save money on their household bills. To have more money in your pocket at the end of the month than you are sending out, here are the top ways to save money on your household expenses. 4 Buy in Bulk. Buy in bulk if it makes sense. on how to save on household bills.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

So I don’t rely on coupons to save big at the grocery store, and I don’t need to, because there are so many ways to save money on groceries, and coupons are not involved. How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Coupons. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. When I don’t plan, I am sure to blow our budget.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

So in order for me to avoid wasting money on jarred food and to know what exactly is going into said food, I decided to make my own! Plus, I felt much better about saving some money (to then spend on their clothes…). And if you buy in bulk, you can save a ton! -Picky-Pants won’t eat the store bought, organic, $1.68

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Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 3, 2017

When buying meat, we always ask ourselves, ‘best place to buy meat in bulk’ ,’ where to get the cheapest meat?’, ’, and finally ‘how to save money on meat?’ ’ Here are 7 Awesome ways to save money when you want to purchase meat. Save Money. Know your meat grades!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 29, 2011

Good financial planning calls for not only saving money, but also building multiple streams of income for yourself. Have you ever done backyard farming to raise money? It kept me busy and out of trouble, used up a lot of stamp money, but never yielded a dime. I suppose some folks make money selling antiques.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

We look forward all year to our summer vacation, so the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. A little up front planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you''ve been waiting for. 8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. The sky’s the limit.

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JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Vacations are supposed to be enjoyable.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

In order to keep from going bankrupt from shopping at Whole Foods, I’ve really had to become creative with saving money on groceries! 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! How to Save on Whole Foods.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 28, 2015

6 Ways to Save Money at the Grocery Store. It seems like the hardest place to try and save money is the grocery store. Here are 6 ways to save money at the grocery store that don’t require too much effort on your part. The meat department is where the bulk of your budget goes. Store brands save you money.

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Couponing 101

MAY 24, 2012

If you want to go see a movie without spending a fortune, here are some money-saving tips! Depending on how often you like to go to the movies, these could potentially save you money. Buy in Bulk – Warehouse clubs like Costco offer discounts on bulk movie ticket purchases.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

Buy in Bulk It’s a terrific way to get more bang for your organic food buck. Health foods stores sell many items in bulk containers, such as nuts, grains, beans, and lentils. If you shop at one of these stores, buy your organic food in bulk. Buy the veggies in bulk, then blanch and freeze them.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 21, 2015

6 Ways to Save Money at the Grocery Store. It seems like the hardest place to try and save money is the grocery store. Here are 6 ways to save money at the grocery store that don’t require too much effort on your part. The meat department is where the bulk of your budget goes. Store brands save you money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

As well as being incredibly wasteful, this is also money that most of us can’t afford to lose. Here are some tips for minimising your food wastage so that you’re not literally throwing money in the bin. Be careful with bulk buying. So, how much money are you throwing away? Meal planning. Control portions.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

With the skyrocketing prices of everything and the worsening inflation, saving money and spending wisely are vital to be able to live comfortably. It is not easy to be frugal and save money when you have a family that splurges and squanders. You can save money too by doing things together. Being frugal is a family affair.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! That said, you can have a loose plan and still save money.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! That said, you can have a loose plan and still save money.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 26, 2011

Buying meat in bulk is one way to save money and I have a new alternative to shopping at Costco or buying the Extreme Value Packs at your grocery store. Let’s face it. Meat is expensive. Coupons are few and far between and even shopping the sales can be tricky.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Here are 7 ways you can reduce household waste (and maybe even save a little money): 1. If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. It’s possible to bring your own bags for bulk food items in a lot of cases. Shop with a List. Preserve Some of Your Food.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 2, 2016

Save Money By Finding New Uses For Old Items. When most of us make the decision to start saving money, the focus is on the actual dollar amount we spend every month. Did you know that you can also save money by reusing old items that you would normally throw away? Finding new uses for old items can save you money over time.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Save Money By Finding New Uses For Old Items. When most of us make the decision to start saving money , the focus is on the actual dollar amount we spend every month. Did you know that you can also save money by reusing old items that you would normally throw away? Finding new uses for old items can save you money over time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

How can you be money wise and green this Halloween? No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved. My daughter-in-law came up with this idea, buying bulk pumpkins and bulk flowers. Decorate for the next fall holiday with it.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The post What to Do With Money: A Mom’s Guide to Smart Money Management appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. You need to know what to do with money! I’m talking about how to earn, save, invest, and ultimately make your money work for you. Statistically , you are probably going to outlive your spouse.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Many of us are struggling to make ends meet (as in what’s at the end of the receipt meeting what’s at the end of your checkbook), and sometimes we discover that money for enough groceries to feed a family just isn’t in the budget. Can you really save money making your own stuff? Yeah, that will save you some money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 24, 2011

Are your shopping habits saving you money? Paying in cash and physically parting with money for your purchases means that you’re more likely to stop and think before you buy things compared to simply handing over a credit or debit card. Buying in bulk isn’t always best. How have you saved money on purchases? .

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 12, 2019

Here are a few of our top tips to save money at Michael’s. Buy in Bulk. Purchasing products in bulk can help you save up to 50%. This can help you save money on the most common crafting supplies, like mason jars, brushes, paints, and so much more. What other ways have you found to save money at Michael’s?

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