Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2014

Some popular items include homemade baking kits (think all of the ingredients for soup or brownies in a jar), homemade jewelry, artwork, crafts, and food. Eating out is usually a large expense for most people. How to Make Extra Money. Another area to focus on may be entertainment. You can also try taking surveys.

Holiday 169

Holiday Emergency Fund Homemade Eating Out 169

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

That did teach us a lesson about home ownership: that it was something we were taught was a mark of being an adult, but really, when you “own” a home, unless you’ve paid off the mortgage, the bank is your landlord and you’re just renting. And art supplies: I like to paint and draw, so every now and then I splash out.

Rent 180

Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Remember these five money saving strategies to stay comfortable without breaking the bank. Skip the pizza and constant eating out. Make regular trips to your local grocery store for dietary staples and fresh produce for a healthy diet that won’t break the bank. Smart Grocery Shopping.

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College Saving Money Money Student 203

Family Balance Sheet

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. Are you spending more at the grocery store lately?

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

This is to keep out any trolls and help to keep the group a safe and encouraging place.). Do you know how much money is flowing in and out of your bank accounts? Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. 2 – Track your cashflow.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 4, 2016

Since I am off to Disney World and buy the ‘Hopper Ticket’ while breaking the bank (good thing I have been budgeting and couponing this year!!!!), Members can see films, eat out, shop at discount rate. Bring your own food and water : People have told me when you go to Disney World, bring your own water and snacks!

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Disney World Saving Money Disney Money 100

Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

I love to travel but when it comes to staying in hotels, I want to stay in a 5 star without breaking the bank! Eating out deals: I also look for places where kids eat free if my kids are with me (even when I am not traveling) : check out list of places where kids eat free. It was a fun trip!

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Travel Money Hotel 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Knowing exactly how much income is going out towards bills, unplanned expenses, and splurges is the first step in saving for a college fund. Look up the last three months receipts, ATM receipts, and bank records. Eating Out. Look at the pattern of how money was spent in prior months eating out.

College 100

College Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale 100

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

If you feel like a vacation is out of your reach, these tried-and-true ways to save money when traveling will help you get there without breaking the bank! To save money at home and keep some of your hard-earned dollars in the bank, we have some realistic ways to save money for you! Growing up, we didn’t have much.

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Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

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. If your lifestyle involves hanging out with your friends, you could choose to do a pot-luck hangout. My family chooses to eat out once per week, for example.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Saving Bills 52

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Do you look at your bank account and wonder, “where did all the money go?” – Food: groceries, meals out, school lunches. Use old receipts, bank statements to get an idea of how much you must spend. If you’re spending too much at restaurants, read: 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out .

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Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Goals 133

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

Keep your bank account from reaching zero with these money-saving tips: On Foot. And if you go out to eat for a meal, you’re essentially paying for two meals at once. Since school meal plans are typically pre-paid, think about the extra cost of going out to eat on top of the meal you’re side-stepping.

College 102

College Student Public Transit DSL 102

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Bank of America card holders can enjoy FREE museum membership once a month. Making Homemade Baby Food. Are you spending too much on coffee each month?

2014 88

2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Bank of America card holders can enjoy FREE museum membership once a month. Making Homemade Baby Food. Are you spending too much on coffee each month?

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

talked about what went out that day, what was coming up, or if something. grocery money we took out cash every pay day. errand every two weeks to stop by the bank, but the benefits far. because we aren’t eating out. We knew it would take us years to get out of debt! We take out a small amount.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

For the Mommas

AUGUST 14, 2012

Do you like to dine out? I love to eat out, but I hate how expensive it can be. It was gorgeous inside , it was a converted bank. Yes, the food was as good as it looks! I typically use coupons and try to find specials. It is harder to find coupons for nicer restaurants. I have to mention the decor. 62.00 + tip.

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Restaurant.com Dining Budgeting Budget 56

For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

If you have a bank account that enables you to track your transactions, now would be a good time to get that out in front of you so this figure is as accurate as possible. Pet care- food, medication, grooming, etc. Food- groceries, eating out, ordering delivery, etc.

Budgeting 40

Budgeting Budget Insurance Homeowner Insurance 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Bank of America card holders can enjoy FREE museum membership once a month. Making Homemade Baby Food. Are you spending too much on coffee each month?

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Couponing 101

JANUARY 15, 2015

Doing a no-spend challenge for a month is a great way to recover from higher spending months like December when our bank accounts take a hit due to Christmas. We took an inventory of the food we have on hand and it is SHOCKING how much we truly have when we dig all the way to the back! This way the food doesn’t “feel” like leftovers!

Leftovers 40

Leftovers Freezers Gift Cards January 40

Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

If we stopped at 7-Eleven or picked up fast food, he’d take that notebook out and write down what was spent before driving away. The first thing I do every morning is make coffee, sit down at my desk, open my budget spreadsheet, log into the bank, and enter anything that came out overnight plus what we spent the previous day.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Saving Bills 52

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Knowing our bank account was empty, I was hoping that one of our maxed out credit cards would have enough room to get him $20 bucks worth of gas to get him to work the next day. We started cooking at home more, a big issue for us was eating out. We tried our best to stretch the food budget. We used up what we had.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Bath and Body Works Gas 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

Food Related. Explain how the checkout process works, point out the employees in the store and talk about what they do. Show the kids how you are paying and explain the concept (checks, cash, debit, credit, food stamps or whatever). While you are eating supper. Federal Reserve Bank of Cleaveland online activities .

Money 187

Money Parenting Kids and Family Gasoline 187

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 2, 2016

It was getting to the point that as soon as I got paid, covered my monthly bills and made the required debt repayments my bank account was back to zero again. That meant no vacations, no new clothes, no eating out, nothing. I’d love to have a little homestead somewhere, growing most of my own food.

Debt 100

Debt Finds Debt Free Pay Off Debt 100

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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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220