The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

My husband and I have four kids ranging from age 3-8, and I am a stay-at-home mom. Last year, to make a little extra cash, I started boarding dogs through Rover, and I am about to start a very very part time job using my RN license for a home care company. How did you get interested in saving money?

Money 196

Money Kids and Family Frugal Parenting 196

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. It sounds dreadful, but it is possible to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. 6 – Eat dinner at home.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. 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

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 15, 2012

Then life got in the way – my career took off, I got married, had a couple of kids and settled into a busy lifestyle. You may need to look at some areas where you are over-spending; for me it was dining out too often and expensive entertainment. You might decide you don’t need two family-sized cars anymore. I was doing OK!

Personal Finance 221

Personal Finance Finance Debt Calculators 221

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I’m in my 60’s, I’ve been married to the love of my life for 44 years and we have two adult “kids.” We consider her our “bonus kid” and our family is extremely close. I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) We didn’t start a family until we were married for almost 15 years.)

Green And Frugal 181

Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 181

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

I have since interviewed 16 families who have collectively paid off over ONE MILLION DOLLARS in debt. Brian’s wife took on a part-time job to increase their income to throw at their debt. Stacy and her family stayed home. When dining out, Olivia always used a coupon and/or went to places where kids dine free.

Debt Free 100

Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100