Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2014

20 Fun (& Budget-Friendly) Christmas Activities. Many churches welcome non-members to attend the activities and they are often open to the community and free to attend. I buy the kits at Michaels (on sale, of course + a coupon). Our local roller rink offers buy 1 get 1 free coupons in the Clipper magazine and Bonus book.

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Activism Christmas Budgeting Budget 208

Couponing 101

JANUARY 29, 2020

Read on to learn our favorite money-saving tricks to host a bridal shower on a budget! You might also consider asking everyone working on the party to contribute a set amount of money towards the budget to make sure no individual is shouldering too much of the load. Play Free Shower Games. Ask Others to Help. Cater It Yourself.

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Budgeting Budget Costco Homemade Cookies 66

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Here’s a peek at what we ate this week on our budget. I’ve had to bump up the budget over the years as my kids have grown and started to eat as much as adults. Homemade Sugar Free Applesauce – this is a constant side dish for my family and it has NO added sugar! summer corn.

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Budgeting Budget Food Waste Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 15, 2016

Every week, I share how I saved and what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly budget for my family of 4 is $500. Sunday: Day 2 of a weekend long swim meet, so I took advantage of a sale at Giant, buy a store made Stromboli and get a store made pizza FREE. I also served apple and orange slices.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Leftovers 100

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 2, 2016

Times can be tough and we need a way to budget our cash whenever possible. A good way to budget your bill on this one is to buy rice in bulk from Amazon at only $18 for a 15-pound bag. A good way to budget your bill on this one is to buy rice in bulk from Amazon at only $18 for a 15-pound bag. Fried Rice With Ham.

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Budgeting Budget Recipes Bulk 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 22, 2016

Every week I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. Fortunately, my kids and husband (who coaches) were free, so I only had to pay for myself. Fortunately, my kids and husband (who coaches) were free, so I only had to pay for myself.

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Budgeting Budget Kids and Family Freezers 100

Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 13, 2024

South America is close, but there are so many different places to choose from that are amazing, tropical and super budget-friendly. A pic from our boat tour of Portland Plan a staycation If everything just seems too far out of budget this time of year, opt to do things around your own town and take your vacation over holiday break.

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Summer Travel Travel Flights Airfare 196

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. Our monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. My grandmother taught me this money saving tip years ago and I now only buy the seconds. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Budgeting Budget 2017 Home and Garden 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

The 5 Easiest Budget Categories to Reduce. They are by far the easiest & quickest category to reduce in a household budget. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. My husband volunteers at our local YMCA for a free family membership.

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Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Couponing 101

JULY 7, 2019

When shopping for clothes, especially for my kids, I’m all about budget shopping. They stay in their clothes for a limited time due to how fast they grow, so luckily, budget friendly sites are popping up all over the place for children and adults. There are free returns on all orders which makes it easy if the size is wrong.

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Budgeting Budget Clothes Clothing 51

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Regardless of your income or gift giving needs, it is important to create a holiday budget from year to year. Creating a holiday budget can help you control your spending and make sure you get all of the items you need while staying out of debt or overspending. 5 Tips to Create a Holiday Budget. Define your needs. Be realistic.

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Budgeting Budget Holiday Debt 112

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Create a Budget. Take advantage of my free budget excel spreadsheet that I offer to email subscribers. When your budget is complete, you’ll know how much you need for your holiday spending. When your budget is complete, you’ll know how much you need for your holiday spending. Find the Money.

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Christmas Budgeting Budget Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 18, 2016

Every week, I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. For convenience, I frequently serve steamed vegetables and my homemade sugar-free applesauce as side dishes and you will see it often in our menu. I often buy the frozen Birds Eye Baby Broccoli Florets.

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Budgeting Budget Daughter Leftovers 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

Finding ways to fit organic foods into your budget is really not much different than any other endeavor of frugality. So even if you’re on a tight budget, you can still manage to go organic if you follow just a few of these tips. Start off by just buying a small number of organic foods.

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Organic Organization Budgeting Budget 270

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Here are 20 ideas that are family friendly, fun, and easy on the budget. Do you like to picnic, hike, swim, camp, bike, bird watch, canoe, fish, and spend your free time exploring the great outdoors? Unless you’re a member of a tennis club, hitting the tennis courts is usually free. Summer is here. Out & About.

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Activism Budgeting Budget Amusement Park 100

Shereen Travels Cheap

MAY 11, 2024

Bring a reusable water bottle Stay hydrated, while also being environmentally conscious and not buying a bunch of bottled waters on your trips. They are the ultimate in budget dining, because they are basically a mobile kitchen. Many are even free! You saved time and you saved money. I have a favorite. How do you travel green?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!) For a list of budget categories, read: How to Start a Budget.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Goals 130

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Every week I share what we ate on our budget. Currently I try to maintain a $500 monthly grocery budget for my family of 4. I bought the meatballs a few weeks ago when Giant of PA had a “Buy a Brand, Get the Giant Brand FREE” promotion. On crazy nights it’s nice to have this stuff in the freezer.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Whatever the economic state of the real estate market, buying a house can be an exciting and emotional process. Buying a house: A step-by-step guide 1. Determine why you want to buy a house Purchasing a home is a major decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Learn other ways to get your free credit report and score.

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Real Estate Buy Buying Credit 52

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 5, 2015

They all rewards that were for Thanksgiving ingredients that were on my grocery list, so I wasn’t buying things that I didn’t need just to get the deal. I roasted my free turkey that I received from Giant and as you’ll see below I used the meat and stock through out the week for my meal planning.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Thanksgiving 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2015

Every Friday, I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. This week, I received an email promotion for free delivery if I bought $30 worth of specified products. I tried something new this week. It was AWESOME.

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Budgeting Budget Delivery Service Dinner 100

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

Over the years I have had to budget, put money away…so we can live the life without worrying about money. To budget, not spend on stupid things and save as much as you can. I buy them on sale, with the exception the kids feet grow when there is no sale (for gym shoes). The weekend is what I call : FFA (free for all days).

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Budgeting Budget Food Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2014

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. Today’s assignment: Reduce Your Spending in at least 3 Budget Categories. It is by far the easiest & quickest category to reduce in a household budget.

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Budgeting Budget Finance Organic 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

There are still more ‘me’ gifts I’d like to buy, but I’ve managed to hold off so far. However, in reviewing the best things to wait to buy on various sites, I find that cameras are one of those items. I learned late in life that there are best times to buy certain things. All things Christmas.

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Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Unfortunately, it can also turn into a budget buster. Buy Souvenirs Elsewhere. To save on parking fees, you might consider parking for free at an LA Metro Line station and riding to Universal City. From there, you can catch a free Universal Studios Hollywood shuttle to the park. Eat Strategically.

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Budgeting Budget Food and Drink Saving Money 55

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

This is a repost from last year, but I wanted to share this idea for Teacher Christmas Gift on a Budget. I have received quite a few people who are looking for budget minded Christmas gifts for teachers. I know that teachers prefer to receive items like gift cards, but many of you are working on a very limited or no budget.

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Budgeting Budget Gifts ING Direct 88

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2012

They have assembled teams of charlatans with the goal of tricking you into buying products you don’t need just because the product is “green” – and they are very good at their jobs. Just because something is free does not mean one needs to take it, especially if it’s nothing needed nor useful. Buy a CFL or an LED bulb.

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freestuff.tv

MAY 18, 2011

Check out this guest post by Angela from Debt Consolidation Care: It needs no mention that budgets and savings play a pivotal role in assisting consumers in paying off debt. Through a budget they can monitor their investment and make the most of their hard-earned dollars. Make sure you buy only the things that you can afford with cash.

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Budgeting Budget Debt Debt Free 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Don’t buy expensive water bottles. Borrow or buy a used tent. Always look for fun, outdoor activities you can do for free. photo by: The post Budget Friendly Camping for the Whole Family appeared first on Prairie Eco-Thrifter. Look for an old pot, skillet and some utensils. Good luck, and have fun!

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Budgeting Budget Family Kids and Family 100

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

MAY 21, 2014

But what to buy? Alba Botanica Very Emollient Fragrance Free Mineral Sunscreen ( SPF 30 ), $8.99 , at Soap.com – A moisturizing cream that won’t leave any ‘sunscreen smell’ in its trace. Beauty Budget Babe Robin Reetz' at ULTA – Fun application + high SPF + under $10 price tag = perfection. Have fun, chicas!

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Budgeting Budget Zappos Drugstore.com 65

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 19, 2015

Christmas Gifts on a Budget. When you’re on a tight budget, you may think that your Christmas shopping will only yield cheap gifts. Even on a tight budget, you can purchase gifts that look expensive. Your friends and family will never know that you were on a tight budget. It doesn’t have to be that way though.

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Budgeting Budget Christmas Gifts 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2014

While I try to buy as much organic produce and meat as I can, sometimes it’s just not feasible whether it be because of price or availability. EWG has been publishing this reference document – available here for free – for years, and I always refer to it when the updated list comes out.

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Food Organic Organization Buy 170

For the Mommas

JULY 17, 2016

5 Ways to Make Living on a Budget Fun. If you think words like budget and fun don’t belong in the same sentence, you may need to shift your thinking on budgeting. Sure, living on a budget isn’t as fun as taking a great vacation abroad, but it doesn’t have to be depressing either. Find a free activity to enjoy every week.

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Budgeting Budget Making Craigslist 40

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Krispy Kreme is offering a coupon for Buy 12, Get 12 FREE Original Glazed Doughnuts ! Great way to treat the whole family or office without breaking the budget! Krispy Kreme: Buy 1 Dozen Doughnuts, Get 1 Dozen Doughnuts FREE! (12/12/14) Valid for use on 12/12/14 only. Find a Krispy Kreme location near you here.

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Buy Buying Cheap Office 94

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

Check out my simple tips for creating a budget friendly Thanksgiving below: 1. Instead of buying disposable plates, napkins, tablecloths, or utensils, use what you have on hand. Take advantage of free turkey promotions. Many of the grocery stores will run promotions to either get a free turkey or a nice percentage off.

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Thanksgiving Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale 102

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Here are 5 ways to trim your budget for your child’s college funds. Know Your Actual Budget. Written Budget. Create a hand written budget and make several copies. Make sure the budget includes some money for things that help make life enjoyable. Actively choose to not buy anything that can be borrowed.

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College Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale 100

Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 3, 2024

This was a short trip, because I was there for the Travel Goods Show, but I still took time to do some of my favorite free things and also splurge on some food and attractions I wanted to get to. It's open 24-hours and is completely free. Head to the very end and witness the free animatronic show The Fall of Atlantis.

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