The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

After I had kids, I swapped that time to growing all sorts of interesting heirloom foods in my backyard. The first few years after graduating, I racked up a large credit card debt and bought a new SUV that cost approximately the same as my annual salary. I’m allergic to shellfish and can’t digest certain foods like apples.

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APRIL 12, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? I had $56,000 of debt when I decided to become debt free. What inspired you to get debt free? The inspiration to pay off my debt was watching my grandmother balance her checkbook.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc. For me, being in the kitchen and making food for people is an act of love.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

I was always in debt, which has been a tremendous source of shame for me. made by my husband While my husband’s income has increased over the years, we’ve ended up with a lot of (mostly) medical debt that would be easier to pay off if I were/had been able to work full-time. Apply it toward debt. Marrying my husband.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

My mother was loving and worked so hard to provide for us, but it was frequently a struggle to get food, keep heat on, and other necessities. The weight of debt can be so heavy mentally in addition to the direct effects of it. It’s food that we have that I’ve cooked or otherwise acquired ? Out of necessity originally.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

We also have many small examples just through letting people know that we are open to accepting used items (definitely not the norm in our affluent suburb). Fancy restaurant food. I’d send some to my nieces to help with their college expenses and would donate half to our local food pantry. Being consistent.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 20, 2012

Working out how much the down payment would be is only half the answer – you’ll also need to work out what is affordable on your budget once you’ve factored outgoings and debts into the bargain. How much of your income would be used to pay down your house-related debts? What Can You Afford? What Is an Affordable Mortgage?

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2014

When my husband and I wrote our Debt Freedom Plan earlier this year, we made a commitment to scrutinize our monthly expenses to find money to put towards our plan. Cutting cable is definitely a big step, but it you’re ready to take the leap, find out How We Watch Great TV Without Cable. We want to have our cake and eat it too.

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APRIL 5, 2011

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

He definitely gives you something to think about. They are definitely worth a try. I did this yeas ago when I was in debt and it made paying off the debt a reality. Dana presents 5 Frugal Ways To Beat Food Price Inflation. Tax Debt Help presents Savers Tax Credit: Get Rewarded for Retirement.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 8, 2012

I have more energy and am definitely healthier for it. Some foods have a heating effect on the body and these can affect your sleep. Limit fast food and foods that contain high amounts of fat or sugar. Related posts: Get Out of Debt…Sleep Debt That Is. How much sleep do you need?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Basic Necessities Food Whether you are well-off or tight on cash, you still need to eat. So, you have to put food on top of your list of necessities. Daily Essentials Toiletries like toothpaste, shampoo, soap and the like are definitely important necessities that you need to prioritize.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Growing up in a large family, we had enough, but with the specter of inflation and bad job market (gotta love the 70’s and 80’s) , there was definitely a feeling of needing to make sure you had a cushion. If I could spend it without strings, I might just donate it to a food pantry. I have what I need right now.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 18, 2011

Trying to remain calm, but inside panicking about money, paying off our six figure student loan debt, and basically just being a huge failure–I embarked upon my lifestyle change and started the process that resulted in me losing more than 100 pounds and maintaining that weight loss for 3+ years and counting. No Food Is Off Limits.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2013

The worst thing you could possibly do is start your married life with a mountain of debt from having the wedding of your dreams. With the economy the way it is and with most people affected by the recession, they will definitely understand that you want to keep costs at a minimum by having a small wedding party.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Spending more than you can afford will definitely put you either in grave debt, or it can even make you bankrupt at some point. Wise use of gas, heat, electricity, and water coupled with buying just enough food can help you save a lot of your hard earned cash. Master the Art of Budgeting. Save For The Future.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Dave Ramsey is famous for telling his listeners to start delivering pizzas to claw their way out of debt. Starting a direct selling business, like Thirty-One or Tastefully Simple, isn’t for everyone, but I have friends who have been very successful selling things like jewelry and food. 6 Ways to Increase Income.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

It’s fair game if you aren’t going into debt over it and if you are still able to put money aside for emergencies, retirement, and to meet your goals. Sure, sometimes it’s okay to have a take-out meal or fast food meal to save your sanity, but eating out more often than not is a luxury that ends up costing more in the long run.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Should you just pretend that you don’t have savings and increase your debt ? But think about how much you would be saving in terms of transport, drinks, food, entertainment, and the potential bail money should things get out of hand. How much of your salary should you save? And what do you need to do each month?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We are co-hosting a bday party for a dear friend of mine this Saturday and we are in charge of all the food. We have more stable careers, we have no debt (other than our mortgage), and we own a home. Reducing Debt. Frugal Dad shares with us 10 Side Hustles that we can use to pay off our debt. How about you? Congrats!!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2012

I’d estimate that 50% of the time you’ll see canned food, boxed dinners, bags of chips, and cases/bottles of sodas lining most peoples’ carts. The news of our health definitely was a shock because we aren’t overweight and I feel most people would consider us “healthy” based on outward appearance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

It’s modeled much like Michael Pollans Food Rules with many one-page rules that give short but useful tidbits of information. ” Managing Debt. Jeremy Waller presents Do You Have What It Takes To Be Debt Free And Financially Successful? You see theres a reason that the majority of people are in debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Frugal Dad reminds us that the war on debt starts at home and until we make changes there, we are never going to win the battle. My money habits have definitely changed over the years. Financial Highway tells us how we can beat inflation with our food budget. Reducing Debt. Where are you at? Sounds awesome to me.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2011

Did you know that Americans dispose more than 700 billion pounds of paper, plastic, glass, wood, food, metal, clothing, electronics, etc. Someone else will definitely be able to make use of them. 5 Ways to Reduce Your Debt. 7000 billion pounds!!! Having a hard time comprehending this?! They will be extremely grateful.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

The Debt Princess: The Kool-Aid Effect: The Relationship Between the Poor & Nutrition – A look into how the working poor are eating unhealthy. Discussing how it is easier to eat healthy when you have food stamps but once that is gone or you have “graduated” from the program, you can no longer eat as well.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2011

Jason at Frugal Dad shares with us 9 ways we can prepare for food inflation. Reducing Debt. If you do get a raise, put it towards your debt so you can be one step closer to financial freedom. Deliver Away Debt shares with us tips on how we can stay out of debt in 2011. I definitely can appreciate this.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

He then advises paying off your non-mortgage debt before fully funding an emergency fund with 3 – 6 months worth of expenses. Now that we’ve paid off six figures of non-mortgage debt , we are working on saving 6 months’ expenses and maybe even more. Personally, I think a starter fund should be $2000-$3000.

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