Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. We have some hefty financial goals this year and this is just one more way for me to squeeze more from our budget.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting March Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2012

Try buying second hand books or looking for inexpensive e-books to save money. How to Have Fun on a Budget Having fun and finding entertainment and recreation opportunities doesn’t have to be expensive, which is great news when you are. You can take time out every week to read the paper, or a magazine, or a new book.

Hobby 213

Hobby Family Cheap Inexpensive 213

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. For the past two years, I have held monthly accountability challenges on the blog. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be Choose Thrift First.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting 2015 Thrift Stores Buying Second-Hand 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 20, 2013

There must be way to dress for business on a budget without looking cheap or sacrificing a personal style. Buy in the Off Season. It makes sense to buy summer clothes in summer, right? Buy second-hand. Find one near you and plan a trip. Don’t turn up your nose at gently worn pieces.

Saving Money 81

Saving Money Money San Francisco Milwaukee 81

For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Buy second hand. Parents-to-be can easily overspend on baby items; adding hundreds of dollars to the household budget. Cancel your cable and sign up for an online streaming service like Netflix or Hulu instead. Don’t run your air conditioner unless it’s essential and turn off lights and appliances that aren’t needed.

Baby 40

Baby Debt Credit Cards Phone Service 40

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

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. Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. Examples: Replace paper napkins with cloth napkins. You will save about $2.50

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Gift Cards Money Giveaway 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Look for money within your budget and find creative ways to earn extra money. 8 – Rethink your gift spending and create a budget for the year. I am very picky about what I buy second hand, and I still find brand new or hardly worn clothing. Become hyper-focused on funding this account.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

I want to challenge myself to rethink our purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions, like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. However, there are a few things that we will not give up so I will need to include them in our budget. Choose Thrift First.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

You buy the ‘needs’ first and then decide whether you can afford the ‘wants’ so that you keep within your budget. Be selective about what you actually buy and save a lot of money from the beginning. Make a list of the items you know you actually need, as opposed to want. Go Frugal'

Saving Money 219

Saving Money Cribs and Bassinets Money Baby 219