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2019 Christmas Savings Club

Family Balance Sheet

I promise I won’t start reciting Christmas carols, but while the holidays are still somewhat fresh in our minds, I think it would be a good idea to start planning for Christmas 2019. Introducing the 2019 Christmas Savings Club: On the 25th of every month from January to November, I’ll share a new post for the Christmas Savings Club.

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Five Frugal Things | a regular tree

The Frugal Girl

I got some free ornaments from my Buy Nothing group I don’t have a lot of my original Christmas ornaments, and that was fine last year because of Lisey’s Brobee Christmas tree. I got my internet bill reduced I noticed that the price had gone up, so I got on a chat with the Verizon rep. Somehow, an $18.99 Your turn!

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Our Family Finances Update: January 2021

Family Balance Sheet

Yep, I found a $20 bill last year on the beach! This money will go towards paying the actual medical bills from the injury. The backstory: In November 2019, my van was in need of new tires and I was debating on whether to get the new tires or start looking for a replacement vehicle. Found Money in January: $1681. year-old van.

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Black Friday 2019 Shopping Tips to Help You Save

Saving Everyday

Black Friday 2019 will be here before you know it! Black Friday 2019. So, you’ve made a list, know what stores you’re going to, and exactly what you want to buy. You must have the print ads with you, preferably with the items you’re buying circled big so you can find them easily. Are you prepared?

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Eco-Friendly Money Saving Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Take a pack lunch instead of buying lunch out all the time. It is far better for the environment to take a lunch box than buy sandwiches and other items in plastic packaging. Your utility bills will look less daunting and you will be reducing pollution too. . Fix your old gadgets and clothes instead of buying brand new ones.

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Frugal February

Family Balance Sheet

One month down for 2019. We have only one financial goal for 2019 and we made some progress in January. One way to track you spending is to log all of your purchases, bills, atm withdrawals, and any outgoing on notebook paper at the end of each day. How did you do with your financial goals in January? 5 – Plan ahead.

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How to Avoid Overspending on Black Friday

Couponing 101

If you set aside a maximum amount of money that you’re prepared to spend, you may feel less inclined to buy the items you’re not 100% committed to. Plus, as long as you stick to your budget, you might not feel such overwhelming dread when your credit card bill arrives. Plan Out What You’ll Buy Based on Ads.

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