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How We Frugal-ed in July 2022

Family Balance Sheet

After the pan cools enough, I drain the bacon fat into a glass jar that I keep in the refrigerator. Credit Card Cash Back Redemptions in July: $196. Years ago during our Debt Freedom Plan, I avoided using credit cards, not because we had credit card debt, but because I was trying to limit our overall spending.

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How do you handle tipping?

The Frugal Girl

For example, I visited Panera last week when my refrigerator was out. When my refrigerator was delivered, there were 3 delivery men. I am also very curious if service people receive 100% of the tips given via credit cards and apps. I placed my order myself at the kiosk. I got my own drink and picked up my meal myself.

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Family Budget Spreadsheets 2021

Family Balance Sheet

One January, we received a very large credit card bill in the mail. I knew it was coming because we hadn’t planned for all of the gifts we bought in December and used a credit card to pay for them. Savings Goals – Set savings goals for the year and use this spreadsheet to track your progress.

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Aldi Deals Week of 11/6/11

Saving In Akron

REFRIGERATED Happy Farms Cream Cheese or Fit & Active Neufchatel (8 oz.), $0.89 They accept cash and most debit cards. They do not accept checks or credit cards. Ground Italian Sausage (1 lb.), $2.49 **available Wednesday only** PRODUCE Artisan Lettuce, $0.99 Multi-Colored Peppers (2 pk.), $1.49

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Grocery Budget Challenge | February Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

February’s homework was to clean out and organize the refrigerator, freezer, and kitchen pantry. I tackled those projects early in the month and wrote about them: 5 Easy Steps to an Organized Pantry and Clean Your Refrigerator. Also my debit card got caught up in the Target breach of security. How did we do in February?

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Aldi Deals Week of 6/5/11

Saving In Akron

REFRIGERATED. Bake House Creations Refrigerated Sinnamon Rolls (12.4 They accept cash and most debit cards. They do not accept checks or credit cards. Appleton Farms Pork Sausage Roll (16 oz.), $2.29. Nature's Nectar Orange Juice (59 oz.), $2.39. Happy Farms Whipped Cream Cheese (8oz.), $1.59. oz.), $1.49.

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How to Save Money on Food Costs

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If your finances are tight and you already have several credit cards with high balances, it is time to change your shopping behavior to save as much as possible. If you do buy excess fruit or vegetables, place paper towels at the bottom of your refrigerator’s crisp drawer. How to Shop Wisely. Honey and eggs are good food.