Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 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. In January, I only ventured into Target because our daughters wanted to go and spend some of their Christmas gift money.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting January Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 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. I found a pair of blue jeans for myself for $3 and some clothes for my daughters for $1 a piece. February Update.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting February Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

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. March Update: I did a little shopping in March and it was mostly for our oldest daughter.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting March Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

So for 2015, I want to challenge myself and you, 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. Our youngest daughter’s dresser practically disintegrated into pieces over the holiday break.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting 2015 Thrift Stores Buying Second-Hand 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

Examples: Replace paper napkins with cloth napkins. Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. We are currently trying to teach our daughters this simple habit. After home heating and cooling costs, the second largest home energy use is water heating.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Gift Cards Money Giveaway 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Did you buy the materials to make that cute craft that you found on Pinterest but the bag is still sitting in your dining room…3 months later? I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. 19 – Shop thrifty for you clothing needs.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100