Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 8, 2022

As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. GIANT Food Stores of PA has been part of my weekly grocery shopping routine for years. Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. off my gas bill if I were filling up my 17-gallon vehicle, or $4 off grocery dollars.

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Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Now-a-days, everyone has a cellphone and when you have kids, the bill can get high. Or when you travel, the bill can get high (for example, I was in Lesotho, South Africa in November for the opening of the Mamohato Children’s Centre. So this is my list of ways you can save on your phone bill : 1.Use hidden fees.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2014

If you are interested in using this as a money-maker, here are some tips for making the most of your experience: Create Your Airbnb Listing. Do you stock the fridge with food staples before you leave? If you have listed, what are your tips? Money Tips Travel Tips' What about access to Wi-Fi?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

If you’ve read my blog, you’ve probably heard me say that our bills may not be negotiable, but our grocery receipts usually are. When finances are tight, often the only area we can control is our food spending. My #1 tip for trimming grocery spending is an easy one: Serve simple, frugal, scheduled meals. Snacks & Dessert.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

For example, buying food and paying rent do not make you any money. I know this will be considered by many as a horrible thing that they don’t want to give up, but just ask yourself, how many times per week do you go for fast food? Here’s a tip to effectively control the urges. Five Great Money Saving Tips.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

My challenge is I need to reduce our bill, but not make everyone in my family miserable because there is no room for the occasional extras that make us happy, like a special treat or wild caught salmon or Kalamata olives. Over the holidays, I wasn’t as diligent with my meal planning and our grocery bill went over what I budget for food.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 10, 2013

One of my goals for Family Balance Sheet for 2013, is to get back to posting more money saving tips to help my readers (and myself) reduce our grocery bills. My job as my household's kitchen manager is to ensure that my family is eating healthy and delicious food without blowing our budget. Produce Tips. Organizing Tips.

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 17, 2015

I was thinking today, about the quick money saving tips that I do every so often and I wanted to share with you. Hair cuts are $15 bucks where I am and then you factor in the tip, it is too much money for a kids hair cut.Sometimes I get coupons to save a few dollars but once again, factor in the tip… I rather save that money.

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JANUARY 29, 2020

And who can fully enjoy wedded bliss if they’re still paying off a thick stack of wedding bills? These 8 easy tips can help you save money on your big day! They know what they want to wear, where they want the reception to be held, and what food they want to serve. Be Flexible. ” Slash Your Guest List.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

When you are at work, it is very easy to spend too much money on food. Many times offices are located close to coffee shops, fast food joints, and more. Most of this easily accessible food is not good for you, and it is expensive to boot. Most of this easily accessible food is not good for you, and it is expensive to boot.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

This constitutes food that you buy but don’t consume. Buy the portions that you will need, unless you can repackage and freeze the food you won’t be able to consume immediately. The logic here is that by having the tub upside down, you create a vacuum that prevents the growth of food-spoiling bacteria.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2015

This post is sponsored by Giant Food Stores and Savory Magazine. As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. So I was really excited this past summer when Giant Food Stores launched Savory Magazine. 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. Sign up for a BONUSCARD®.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

Gwyneth Paltrow posted on her facebook page : There are a lot of people who use Food stamps (now known as SNAP), and the reality is, food stamps or not, anyone can live on $29 a week. My total bill was $27.57. Thus no food went to waste. Step 4 : I do NOT buy frozen food (correction: I have frozen pizza but that is it).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

I myself struggled for many years paying my own bills, but have since found numerous ways to save money. I have been able to save on things like food, gas, and clothing. Start cutting back and shopping around for ways you can reduce your monthly bills so you can join me on the road to financial freedom.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 29, 2014

Coupons generally have a number of restrictions, ranging from dates and times they can be used to food and drink they can be used for to minimum and maximum order values and redemptions. Even non-alcoholic beverages like coffee and soda can increase a bill by quite a bit once the extra tax and tip are factored in. Go Frugal'

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

This post and giveaway are sponsored by GIANT Food Stores. It’s easy to make the switch, and with these items not on my grocery list, I’ve made more room in my grocery budget for actual food. In an effort to conserve water, especially during dry spells, and save on your water bill, follow these easy tips. Conserve water.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 23, 2011

Not only will you improve your health but you will also save money on medical bills. Follow these 4 tips to start living a more healthy and financially sound existence. This tip is incredibly simple and millions of people still struggle with it everyday. Related posts: 8 Tips to Help You Stay Healthy and Fight Germs.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well! This list is a massive round-up of the best tips that I have shared over the years.

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MARCH 18, 2019

After all, it’s the most expensive part of most families’ grocery bills, so why wouldn’t we save as much as possible on it? I avoided the larger packages because few things pain me more in life than throwing away food because we couldn’t use it before it went bad. Real life example: I recently bought a 5-lb.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Our gas and electric bills have been smaller since we moved. This translates into lower bills each month, and you are even more sustainable. We are also better about the way we make food purchases. Since we don’t have an extra freezer to store items anymore, we aren’t buying huge amounts of food. Money Tips'

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Couponing can be confusing, especially for beginners, so here are some tips to help you out. They need all the help they can get, so be sure to share your tips too! This meant that I not only had to give up many of my favorite foods, but be open to trying new, healthier foods. The same can be applied to couponing.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

Saving on Grocery Bills. It is always costlier than eating at home, and it makes you fat, no matter whether you are buying a quick snack at a fast food restaurant, vending machine or a convenience store. Do you get a headache when you open the utility bill every month? Pay Your Bills on Time. Carry Snacks.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation. We also don’t want to come home to a credit card bill. Food is usually our the biggest expenditure during our vacation and thankfully our beach condo will have a kitchen. I just pack everything in coolers and the food holds up during our drive. What Are Your Non-Food Needs?

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 19, 2013

By brewing your own coffee every morning, you can save yourself the $5 you usually spend on a latte and a tip for the barista. To ensure you’re not bleeding too much cash unnecessarily on Internet bills, utility bills or insurance premiums, you may want to do a yearly audit on all of these items. Frugal saving tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 2, 2011

So take note of the following tips to make this year’s spring clean a frugal and eco-friendly exercise. You can then use that extra money to pay off some bills, treat yourself to a post-cleaning present or put it into a savings account for a rainy day fund. Related posts: Frugal Food Tips. Frugal Beauty Tips from Grandma.

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Coupons Do Work

OCTOBER 30, 2016

I don’t and that means if there are places where I can get free food or where my kids will eat free, I will do it ! Sizzler gives out free food to kids in costume: The free kids meal at Sizzler Dress up your child so they can get a free meal, but before going there, call your nearby Sizzler to make sure they are taking part in this.

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The Frugal Girls

JANUARY 1, 2024

Whether you’re looking to save time in the kitchen or save money on your grocery bill, these Easy Meal Prep Ideas will change your life! Mealtime is about to get ridiculously simple with this HUGE list of Easy Meal Prep Ideas! You won’t believe how much time and money you’ll save each week!

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

20 Tips for Frugal Living. Here are 20 Tips for Frugal Living that still allow you to enjoy life. And if you’re not paying your bill in full every month, you’re paying a lot of extra money in interest. Reduce convenience foods. The post 20 Tips for Frugal Living appeared first on FTM. Plan a movie or game night.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

I’m always looking for a new way to save money, so I love reading other people’s tips on how they save extra cash. I’ve compiled this awesome list of over 60 tips to help you save money on groceries, around the house, traveling and so much more! Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 9, 2012

It can be intimidating to think about, but your grocery bill is one of the easiest expenses to reduce. Every Wednesday, I post a quick tip to help you save money in the kitchen. In the meantime, check out these popular posts that are full of tips to help you reduce your grocery bill. How to Save Money on Organic Food.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 26, 2012

Have you ever wondered why your bill is so high at a restaurant and then noticed you’ve spent almost $10 just on drinks alone?? My daughter and I almost always order hot tea when we are dining out, and upon scrutinizing the bill at O’Charley’s last week, she said, “We should bring our own tea bags Mom!

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

Also, my husband tries his best to come home several times a week for lunch, so I need to make sure there will be food for him. Menu planning takes a little time and effort, but the rewards are a reduced grocery bill, no worries at night about 'what's for dinner', and hopefully a less stressed cook in the kitchen. Thanks for reading.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

What about when your bills are simply pulling you under? Your bills are going to be there, and you can’t simply not save money because you have to pay bills. Pro Tip: Take the money you would have spent on that item and squirrel it away. We are talking, what, 10%? Or maybe just as much as you can when you can?

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

My parents don't spend any $1 bills that pass through their hands through out the year. I plan our menu weeks before we leave, so I'm able to take advantage of store sales and I do much of the food shopping ahead of time. Be sure to discuss each family’s food challenges. What Are Your Non-Food Needs? Create a Meal Plan.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

If you are one of these families who have eliminated spending on “wants” but still struggle to pay the bills or save money, perhaps cutting back on necessities is an option you should consider. How to Save Money on Food. You cannot avoid spending money on food. Most importantly, reduce food waste.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2014

But I also have bills to pay and it’s important to buy healthy foods for my family to eat. The mortgage and other bills (utilities, insurance, etc.) An automatic contribution is made monthly to the local food bank, and I tithe. Money Tips' I want to have good experiences with the people I love. must be paid.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2011

Big energy bills can bleed your budget dry, not to mention the potential impact on the environment. Here are some ways you can reduce your energy bills. Cutting Your Heating Bills. You could be paying over the odds if your bill is based on estimated readings. Cutting Your Electricity Bills. Cooking tips.

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