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Where we found money in April

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I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. Through April of 2021, I have found over $6500 for the year! My total found money in April: $715.62. Credit Card Cash Back Redemptions in April: $439.62. I only use cards that offer some type of cashback offer.

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How We Frugal-ed through April 2020

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April 2020 might go down as the most frugal month of my lifetime. So we’re doubling down on our frugalness and we’ve set into motion some strategies to prepare for the unstable economy and any lost income ahead. Frugal Kitchen in April: Free Ham? How were you frugal in April? Yes, please!

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Choose Thrift First – April Meeting

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April Update: I made 3 new purchases in April: I bought a pair of Teva flip flops from the clearance rack at DSW and two t-shirts at BJ’s Warehouse store. We want something that can tow the pop-up camper that we bought last fall and we’re having some sticker shock. How did you do in April?

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Grocery Budget Challenge – April Meeting

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How Did We Do in April? April Wins : By using the same strategies from March , I was able to stay within our grocery budget of $450. We’re heading into grilling season and I always find this to be an easier time of year for me to plan a menu. How did you do in April? That number seems to be our sweet spot.

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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

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This update includes how we frugal-ed in April, May, and June. Since April, he made over $800 by selling 3 old bikes, unused furniture, a college fridge, a camping grill, a TV, and other misc stuff. My plan is to use this cash first as it will come to term around the same time we will need to make the first college payment.

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April UPromise Coupons

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It’s easiest to just load all of them since you never know which coupons you’ll use. If you’re already a member, just log on and add the new coupons to your account. 1% off Musselman’s Apple Butter. * $2/1 People StyleWatch April Issue. * $0.50/1 1 People en Espanol April Issue.

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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

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Pre-coronavirus, we didn’t think twice about shaking a stranger’s hand, using the ATM keypad, or going to the grocery store without donning a hazmat suit. April will be a “we might not have an income” month. I have been using it ever since. Fortunately, we won’t be driving much. Cash is King.

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