Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to not only help us get through current higher food and gas prices but also to help us achieve our big financial goals. This goes back into our medical expenses budget category. Lately, the line has been really long to get in and I wasn’t in the mood to stand in it.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Saving money on gas is a top priority for many. With fluctuating fuel prices, finding ways to reduce gas expenses is more important than ever. Higher gas prices are here to stay, putting a financial burden on many people, especially those with longer commutes. If you put forth the effort, it will pay off!

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 10, 2011

With rising gas prices, we are all looking for ways to save money at the pump. Last week, I asked readers if they were ready for rising gas prices. Many people commented their concerns about how the rising prices would affect their budgets and habits.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Sometimes the family vacation is put on hold because there just isn’t enough money in the budget to pay the skyrocketing costs of airfare. While gas prices aren’t faring any better, you can at least hit the road and travel the same distance you would fly for half the cost. Have you ever planned a vacation using a tight budget?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 22, 2011

GasBuddy : As gas prices increase each day, our gas budget has skyrocketed. There is nothing more frustrating than spending a huge chunk of your earnings and savings on gas. With gas at nearly $4 a gallon in many areas, saving a few dollars each trip can really add up.

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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. I am very familiar with the store, its pricing strategy, its setup, and how to save and stretch my grocery budget dollars. I find gas prices to be higher side at GIANT compared to the member price at BJ’s.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Set a Budget Spending adds up quickly on any vacation, and overspending can add unwanted stress when all you should be doing is relaxing! Gas, food, coffee, accommodations, entertainment, and parking add up quickly, not to mention unforeseen expenses like things you may have forgotten from home. Avoid organized tours (most of the time!)

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Having a car is great but when it comes to gas?? the prices and all are not always fun. Here are 5 easy ways to save on gas the next time you go to the pump. Fill Up Middle of the Week: most of the time, gas prices are at the highest on the weekends (not always but it is a common fact).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2011

As gasoline prices quickly approach an average of $4 a gallon across the country, many people are looking once again at hybrid cars as a way to cut expenditures from their budget and save money. By purchasing a hybrid car, you are assuming the risk related to gasoline prices.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

posted at FIRE Finance , saying, “We decided to optimize our grocery expenses and pull the strings on our food budget even tighter. There are lots of ways you can entertain yourself and your family on a budget.&#. Dr. Dean presents Gas Prices Rise: What Say You? posted at Dr.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 11, 2012

Even if you are planning to have a “Staycation” in your town, find a HOT bargain at a nearby hotel or attraction is welcome on the budget! With gas prices rising, you can still take a car trip, just make sure you use my 9 Ways to Save at the Pump.

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Saving With Shellie

MARCH 14, 2011

With gas prices on the rise, this might be a way to help your budget a tad. I know earning money at home offers are tougher to come by these days. You won’t get rich doing surveys but it is a nice way to make a few extra dollars per month. Or use your survey income to build a rainy day fund.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 11, 2012

The costs can really add up, too, if you have more than one person in your household that wears glasses, so finding affordable prescription eyeglasses is important for a family budget. In today’s economy, and especially this time of year with higher gas prices, vacations, and other summer activities, it is nice to find affordable glasses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

These long commutes, coupled with insanely high gas prices, make a sizable impact in your monthly budget. These days there are still many people that drive incredible distances to get back and forth from work. So what should you do about it?

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

This free award-winning app offers up-to-date information on your account balances, budgeting and transactions so you can make better financial decisions. This allows you to see whether you’ll break the budget by indulging. Just by looking up where to find the cheapest gas, you can save up to 20 cents per gallon.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

We all need to eat on a daily basis, but you can cut back on your dining budget by eating at home. It has never been easier to find the lowest gas prices. Check out the following ways in which you can save on these expenses. How to Save Money on Food. You cannot avoid spending money on food. Finally, use technology.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Although gas prices have been lower lately, hovering around $3.20 If anyone asks you want you want for Christmas, think practical: gas cards, an hour with a financial planner, gift cards to the grocery store and personal budgeting software. Photo by Upupa4me via Flickr. per gallon during the holidays.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 25, 2012

Summer is officially here and that means that kids are home, people are time off work, and gas prices are up (yikes!). Create a budget for your staycation. You may not leave home (or travel far), but you’ll want to have some money set aside for tickets, eating out, gas, and possibly a night or two at a hotel.

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 11, 2011

Description: “Summer travel season is in full swing and the ever changing cost of gas prices is impacting everyone. To help with the big summer shuffle between activities for your kids and family road trips, Energizer has a deal to help make a positive impact on your gas budget.

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