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How We Frugal-ed in July 2022

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We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, and online sales. ” So I immediately logged into my account and sure enough, $100 was deposited into each of my daughters’ accounts.

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Where I found money in February

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Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. Yep, I found a $20 bill on a morning run at the beach! My daughter outgrew the set and we put the money towards a new set for her. Finding extra money has become a game for me. Sold furniture: $150. Ibotta: $24.75.

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How We Saved in April 2017

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i can’t wait to see if there is a noticeable difference in our water and electric bills. Our youngest daughter came to us with a youth soccer league flyer and asked if she could try it. My husband and I want our daughters to be active and physically fit, but we want them to figure out their passions. Total Savings: $300.

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Our Family Finances Update: January 2021

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Found money can be found from various sources, such as rebates, refunds, online sales, or even the ground. Yep, I found a $20 bill last year on the beach! We received a $300 reimbursement from our Aflac supplemental policy for an injury my daughter sustained at volleyball in the fall. Found Money in January: $1681.

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Frugal Friday: 11/04/16

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What We Ate this Week: Monday: We went out for dinner to celebrate my oldest daughter’s 11th birthday. While I don’t advocate the use of credit cards with a continuing balance, we do use a credit card on many purchases and pay the balance off when the bill comes. My older daughter got a new coat, hat, and gloves.

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What We Ate this Week on our Budget 04.17.15

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This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: We went out to dinner to celebrate my youngest daughter’s birthday. Sunday: We had 10 elementary aged kids over for my daughter’s birthday party. Wednesday: Last week, I baked a spiral ham that I bought on sale before Easter. Would you like to lower your grocery bill?

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What We Ate this Week on our Budget 03.25.16

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Sweet potatoes were on sale for.79/lb This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: We were in Penn State for my daughter’s swim meet. Want to lower your grocery bill? Our current monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. 79/lb this week and asparagus was $1.49/lb, lb, so we ate them twice this week. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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