Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 17, 2012

If you are interested in saving money while still providing quality food for your family, you should take a look at these seven money saving tips. Rice, Beans, and Pasta These three items are staples that you can buy in bulk and add in to a number of dinner recipes. For us it has been well worth the effort.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

It makes me so sad to hear people say this because they are missing out on some great savings. You can absolutely save money on healthy food! Buy in Bulk – If there is a food with a long shelf-life or that you eat a lot of, consider purchasing it in bulk. to save on items I need like produce and dairy.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. My #1 tip for trimming grocery spending is an easy one: Serve simple, frugal, scheduled meals. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Let’s take a look at some of the tips I use here at my house. In addition to saving money, your health will benefit as well.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 19, 2016

Day 19 of 31 Days to Slash your Grocery Spending: Saving money on meat. I have an eagle eye for yellow stickers and I scour the sales flyers, but there are many other ways I save on meat that will surely help you slash your spending in the meat department. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

We look forward all year to our summer vacation, so the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. A little up front planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you''ve been waiting for. How do you save money while on vacation?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

Buy butter in bulk when it is on sale. So, do have any tricks to share about how you save money on food costs? Related posts: How to Save Money on Water Costs. How to Save Money on Baby Costs. How to Save Money on Transport Costs. How To Save on Vacation Costs. Please share. .

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Make a list of expenditures.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2019

Here are some smart tips for safeguarding the stockpile of goods you have painstakingly put together. Couponing, saving money, and preparing for the future by purchasing in bulk is a good idea, provided that you have the space as well as a good plan. Find a Cool Dry Space in Your Home.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

So I don’t rely on coupons to save big at the grocery store, and I don’t need to, because there are so many ways to save money on groceries, and coupons are not involved. How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Coupons. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. Utilize the Freezer.

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Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 3, 2017

When buying meat, we always ask ourselves, ‘best place to buy meat in bulk’ ,’ where to get the cheapest meat?’, ’, and finally ‘how to save money on meat?’ ’ Here are 7 Awesome ways to save money when you want to purchase meat. Save Money.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

In order to keep from going bankrupt from shopping at Whole Foods, I’ve really had to become creative with saving money on groceries! How to Save on Whole Foods. Buy in Bulk – Buying in bulk can be tricky, but if you have a solid plan in place for how to use the food, it can save you quite a bit of money!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Here are a few money tips to help you plan your back to school activities and maybe reduce that $600 per child amount. Band with neighbors or friends to buy school supplies in bulk – then spit the cost between you. Bulk buys can be a lot cheaper. Know Where to Get the Money. What back to school tips do you have?

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Couponing 101

MAY 24, 2012

If you want to go see a movie without spending a fortune, here are some money-saving tips! Buy in Bulk – Warehouse clubs like Costco offer discounts on bulk movie ticket purchases. Depending on how expensive tickets are in your area, this could save you a few bucks.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 2, 2019

I buy only organic and thanks to the great tips and tricks about couponing that I learned from sites like Couponing101.com com , I am able to save a ton of money doing so. I am guest posting to tell you some of my tricks for saving! Some stores (including Whole Foods) also offer bulk discounts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 23, 2012

The following list features some common drinks and how to save money when you buy them. If you shop at one of the warehouse stores, like Sam’s Club or Costco, buy your soda there because you can get deals when you buy in bulk. Some tips for saving money on alcohol include buying second shelf liquor instead of top shelf liquor.

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Take a look below at 7 tips for enjoying a homemade holiday this year, saving yourself some money, time, and above all, stress. 7 Tips for Enjoying a Homemade Holiday. Bake some bulk snacks. Even if you are not typically a baker or cook, why not whip up some bulk snacks you can enjoy for weeks to come?

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 6, 2013

Some of these tips include avoiding eating out, planning meals in advance, comparing prices, buying things in bulk, and preparing large meals that can be spread out throughout the week. Buying in Bulk. Shopping at stores that provide bulk items is another great way to shop healthy and save money.

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Couponing 101

MAY 30, 2012

Here’s another great frugal tip to help you save money on meat. ” Did you catch the frugal tip from a couple days ago on buying meat in bulk ? Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Daily Frugal Tip: Shred and Freeze Chicken Breast is a post from Couponing 101.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! That said, you can have a loose plan and still save money. Pro tip : Statistically, over 40% of families order take-out because they’re tired and don’t feel like cooking.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! That said, you can have a loose plan and still save money. Pro tip : Statistically, over 40% of families order take-out because they’re tired and don’t feel like cooking.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 24, 2013

Take a few easy steps to help yourself stay sane and save money this school season. Easy Tips to Save on Back to School Shopping: 1. You can also look for bulk products that are cheaper to buy in a multipack that each individually. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

With the skyrocketing prices of everything and the worsening inflation, saving money and spending wisely are vital to be able to live comfortably. It is not easy to be frugal and save money when you have a family that splurges and squanders. You can save money too by doing things together.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. It’s possible to bring your own bags for bulk food items in a lot of cases. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy.

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Couponing 101

JULY 2, 2015

Not only does this allow sellers to get a better price on their used clothes, it also allows buyers to get great bulk discounts on clothes they need for their kids. Here are some tips for buying kid’s clothes on Facebook garage sale groups. Buy in Bulk If a seller has multiple items or lots posted, try buying in bulk!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

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. Buy in Bulk It’s a terrific way to get more bang for your organic food buck. Health foods stores sell many items in bulk containers, such as nuts, grains, beans, and lentils.

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Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 27, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. HOW TO SHOP WITHOUT COUPONS and still save money!! "I Here are a few tips I have found: Write everything down on paper that you buy in a week. Buying in Bulk is not always necessary the best deals you can get. (We Labels: TIP. Starting Out.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 12, 2019

Shopping at Michael’s is a convenient way to stock up on your favorite supplies, but it can also be a great way to save. Here are a few of our top tips to save money at Michael’s. Members receive exclusive savings offers, invitations to members-only events, sale alerts, and more. Buy in Bulk.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 24, 2011

Buying in bulk isn’t always best. Many people assume that they’re getting a better idea by buying in bulk but this isn’t always true, especially for perishable food items that are likely to be thrown away if you don’t get a chance to use everything before the use-by date. How have you saved money on purchases? .

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

These tips to save money at Lowe’s can help you tick a few more items off your wishlist. You don’t have to be a contractor to receive these discounts, and they can help you save quite a bit by buying in bulk. Perhaps more excitingly, it could also help you save money. Shop Sales.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2015

The magazine offers delicious recipes, step-by-step tutorials, meal planning tips, and high-value coupons–there were over $40 worth of coupons in the November/December issue. I have a meal planning system in place and Giant Food Stores is usually where I buy the bulk of my groceries. 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 4, 2019

Preparing your own convenience food ahead of time can help you save money and eat better. Here are a few tips for preparing your own convenience foods. Having prepared snacks with you whenever you run errands or travel can help you save money and stay satisfied. Make Meals in Bulk and Freeze Individual Portions.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2016

When buying meat, we always ask ourselves, ‘best place to buy meat in bulk’ ,’ where to get the cheapest meat?’, ’, and finally ‘how to save money on meat?’ ’ Here is the frugal way to save money when you want to purchase meat. Save Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

If, like us, you’re planning on relocating or just have, consider these tips to learn how to live frugally in your new location. The locals can be full of information about how to save money. Then, the man in line behind me chimed in on the different ways he uses the card to grow his rewards points to save up to $1.00

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

And if you buy in bulk, you can save a ton! Buying the meat in bulk and freezing it is key to saving money here. And lastly, I could not help by mention the best tip a reader (Melissa!) Hopefully you’ll be inspired to make your own baby food at home to save some money! Baby Beef Stew.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 8, 2017

Check out my tips for saving on produce for even more ways to save. a bag, they not only save money but tons of time too! Bulk Foods. The prices per pound on those bulk bins are shocking, but they can save you some money, especially if you only need a small amount. Canned Meats.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Meat can be one of the largest grocery purchases, but with these ten smart tips you can have your meat and eat it too! 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. Buy in Bulk and Freeze in Portion Sizes. Do you have any additional tips to save money on meat? 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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