Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Limit eating out and the activities that are outside your budget such as expensive movies and far away vacations. 8 Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Coupons Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for. Has your grocery bill been getting some attention?

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Frugal Family Budgeting Budget 189

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

For the clothes and shoes for my kids, I look for sales. I stocked up on several sizes for the next 2-3 years… for my daughter, last Sept, Crazy 8 had a coupon and a sale on summer clothes. actually rule of thumb : shop for kids clothes during ‘off season’ that is when you find the best sales.

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Budgeting Budget Food Kids and Family 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

I have many ways for you to start saving, including couponing, but before you become overwhelmed with the idea, here are 10 tips that are simple, easy and will make you one savvy shopper in 2014, so you can start saving more. What about eating out? How about clothes? Be a savvy spender by using coupons.

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2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

Most of us did not have clothes dryers, we dried the clothes on a line outside. There were no online saving or bill paying services. There wasn’t a restaurant on every corner and people didn’t eat out much. Out of season produce, if available at all, was super expensive. Most people were thin.

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Growing Home and Garden Radios Kids and Family 180

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? How about clothes? Be a savvy spender by using coupons. Utilize coupons with a sale and you’ll see a 50% savings on your grocery bill immediately.

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New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

Everyone knows that you can clip coupons and eat out less to save money. If you have kids, purchasing used or discounted clothing and toys is a great way to save money. If you have kids, purchasing used or discounted clothing and toys is a great way to save money. You can even negotiate your cable bill.

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Frugal Family Student Thrift Stores 75

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? How about clothes? Be a savvy spender by using coupons. Utilize coupons with a sale and you’ll see a 50% savings on your grocery bill immediately.

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New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

Couponing is a great start (you do use coupons, right?) Food- groceries, eating out, ordering delivery, etc. Healthcare- medical bills, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, etc. Miscellaneous- entertainment, clothing, gifts, etc. Welcome to the first article in our new budgeting series.

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Budgeting Budget Insurance Homeowner Insurance 40

Couponing 101

JANUARY 15, 2015

What we are still paying for: • Regular Bills • Home Business Expenses • Gas • That’s it! What we’re NOT paying for: • Groceries • Household Items • Clothing • Meals Out • Entertainment How we’ll manage: Eat from the Pantry/Freezer We have a very well-stocked freezer and pantry, of which we’ll be taking advantage.

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Leftovers Freezers Gift Cards January 40