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FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The goal of Frugal February is NOT to feel deprived, but rather to find creative ways to get through the month without unnecessary spending. We could really use an intentional month of frugalness to reset our mindset. 8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February.

February 130

February Frugal Financial Goals Goals 130

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MAY 18, 2016

Day 18 of 31 Days to Slash your Grocery Spending: Coupons! Coupons are an easy way to reduce your grocery bill. The good news is that coupons are very easy to find and you don’t need to spend loads of time clipping them to slash your grocery spending. 9 Places to Find Grocery Coupons.

Grocery 150

Grocery Groceries Grocery Coupons Finds 150

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AUGUST 28, 2013

The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Today is the eighth meeting, but you can join us at any time. If you are new, please read more about the Christmas Savings Club in the first post and join us.

August 100

August Club Christmas Goals 100

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JANUARY 28, 2022

Rising prices are affecting everyone’s bank account, and groceries are leading the way. Everyone is trying to figure out how to save money on groceries! Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly, and that’s before inflation. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 130

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FEBRUARY 1, 2019

In order to succeed with your money, you must spend time on your money–and that means writing a plan for your spending. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!). Use up all of those odd ingredients.

February 100

February Frugal Financial Goals Budget 100

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JUNE 25, 2013

The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. If you are new, please read more about the Christmas Savings Club in the first post and join us. Here are a few ideas to quickly make up the shortfall: Host a yard sale.

June 100

June Club Christmas Goals 100

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JULY 16, 2015

Need to cut your spending? If you are trying to reduce your expenses, groceries should be the first thing you attack. And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. If you make this one simple change, you will reduce your grocery spending substantially. It saves us $67 a month.

Budget 100

Budget Budgeting Thrifting Thrift Stores 100