Couponing 101

JANUARY 28, 2019

They’re feeling and cheap when you buy in bulk! Definitely recommend going to your local market and buying them in bulk to use throughout the winter months. To save even more money, you can always make your own potatoes first rather than buying the packaged ones. Plus, using ground beef saves a ton!

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Saving In Akron

DECEMBER 1, 2011

If you're stumped on what to buy the special man in your life for Christmas, here are some other great gift ideas for men. The rainy season is upon us! Re-charge his tool kit this holiday season — or buy him a brand new one! Top 10 Hottest Automotive Products: 1. High Performance Wiper Blades. Subwoofers.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

One of our daughters has had reactions to tilapia, so I stopped buying it. And we watched a not very nice segment about tilapia on 60 Minutes and I will never buy nor eat it again. Friday: We’re going out to dinner with some friends to a local favorite diner. We’re always looking for new weekly meal plan ideas.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 27, 2023

If you’re looking for ways to save money on a tight budget, we’ve got you covered! Christmas is right around the corner, so if you’re looking for ways to save money on a tight budget, we’re here to help! Having said that, use this as a guide to work towards your goals all year long !

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 7, 2013

Even re-organizing the garage can leave you with a chill. Many households take spring cleaning as an opportunity to repaint, hang photographs and picture frames, and re-organize art. I write down how much of it I have, and then find recipes so that I can use up the ingredients that were just sitting there. Wipe Down the Walls.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 13, 2014

I am getting married in the summer of 2014, and we’re therefore in the throes of wedding planning. Throughout this flurry of activity, we’re also being very mindful of our budget. We made 100 wedding invitations very cheaply, and the entire batch cost us under $60. They are beautiful and unique, but not expensive.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2014

The benefits of cooking your beans instead of buying them canned far out number any extra work. Beans are an inexpensive way to add protein and fiber to your diet and cooking them will save you even more money. But before we start cooking the beans, they need to be re-hydrated. Carefully drain and beans are ready to use.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2016

Rice and beans are two inexpensive ingredients that people equate with frugal cooking and boring recipes. This list of recipes offers a variety of delicious ways to add these versatile, yet inexpensive ingredients into your menu. I have used the leftovers to make burrito bowls (see above). Two methods to re-hydrate dried beans.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

Swap with another family who could use a date night too. Get out on the Rail Trails – Rail trails are old railway lines that have been converted to multi-use paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, and/or light motorized traffic. Find a free court, borrow or buy rackets and balls, and go play some tennis.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’re sharing our top tips to help you save money when traveling without sacrificing a thing! They’re quality time spent together without the distractions of household responsibilities, work, school, and everything else life throws at us. Growing up, we didn’t have much.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

However, there are simple things we can do every day that help Mother Earth by using less energy, sending less trash to the land fills, and conserving our natural resources. So we’re helping the environment and saving money…it’s a win-win. Trap rain water and use to water your plants and garden.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

Keep some basic supplies on hand that are always used for Family Fun Night. Use the same set-up each time so that the kids can feel organized and know that it’s family time. Using the same type of inexpensive plates, cups and snack bowls helps the kids learn how to set up for an event. Make it a priority.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

We’re getting better at this at our house. We don’t buy things unless we have an actual use for them, or if we get rid of something else we don’t need. Keep it Clutter-Free. Of course, the best defense against clutter is to maintain as much as possible. What are your best tips for getting rid of clutter?

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

We were hoping for an easy (and inexpensive) fix, and we were certainly not expecting this news. Our emergency fund has saved us countless times and it will save us once again with the truck. When we’re crazy busy and the family is demanding that they be fed, I always have the ingredients for spaghetti on hand.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Whether you’re an avid Aldi shopper or new to the store, I’ve pulled together 7 Aldi Dinner Ideas for $70 to make your next meal plan easier. In a few meals, I used the cook once, eat multiple times method. You can easily use white or brown rice in these dinners, whichever you prefer. Nice work, Aldi! Instructions:

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

If you think you’re going to come up short on cash, check out my 25 Ideas to Find Money. Swap with another family who could use a date night too. – Rail trails are old railway lines that have been converted to multi-use paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, and/or light motorized traffic.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

To make clean up fairly easy so that you can enjoy your guests, I have found really cute and inexpensive party supplies, paper plates, cups, and napkins at the dollar store. I use our own silverware, mostly because I hate eating with plastic ware. We’re having an Ugly Sweater party at our office this year. Go Caroling.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Thankfully, I’ve got most of my shopping done, but there are always a few people that I have no idea what to buy. My Dad used to keep a stash of emergency gifts on hand, which is such a great idea! COTY Fragrance Gift Sets make gift giving easy because they’re easy to find, inexpensive and the selection is huge!

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Rail trails are old railway lines that have been converted to multi-use paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, and/or light motorized traffic. Unless you’re a member of a tennis club, hitting the tennis courts is usually free. Find a free court, borrow or buy rackets and go play some tennis.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 28, 2011

Many of these magazines are more specialized titles that might be harder to get inexpensively so this is a great deal! If you’re a new customer, register with Moolala (a very quick process). Get the Deal: Head over to Moolala. Grab your deal (limit 1 deal for you, unlimited as gifts).

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

Today we’re meeting a reader who is an artist, a homeschooler, a boy-mom, and a renter by choice. Tell us a little about yourself I’m Karen A. I mentioned it to my fiance and he asked me to please cut his hair for him, using the article as a guide! I have a rule now that if I want to buy a book, I need to donate one.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2016

If you shop at the department store, make sure you’re cruising for end of season deals. The clearance rack is the best place to find inexpensive items. Buy Classic Quality. No matter what you buy, make sure it’s a classic, quality piece that will fit into your wardrobe. This site uses affiliate links.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

We were hoping for an easy (and inexpensive) fix, and we were certainly not expecting this news. Our emergency fund has saved us countless times and it will save us once again with the truck. We use an online account like, Capital One 360 (my referral link). 18 – Use Cash Back Grocery apps.

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Saving With Shellie

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

Use (2) Free Seasoning WYB 2 Old El Paso Items coupon. each and would be a good buy also. And don’t forget to use your $2/1 Rancher’s Reserve Beef coupon ( Joy of Football ) to score inexpensive meat. I guess we’re having taco night again soon! Old El Paso Taco Shells – $.99.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 22, 2011

Tip: Try using newspaper instead of paper towels the next time you wash your windows. Not only will it save you money not buying as many paper towels, but it will get your windows streak-free! Buy Used : You probably already know the benefits of buying second-hand , but buying used, also helps the environment.

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The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 23, 2023

Who buys this many products for a guest bathroom? Who uses so much stuff that they have to do restocks like this all the time? Who actually uses so many repeats of items, especially things like deodorant? I also understand that some food containers are not meant for use over time. Here’s a coffee-centric one.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

If you’re looking for some fun and unique classroom valentine ideas for your kids that aren’t candy, here’s a list of some of the best ones we’ve found. Clementine Valentine via The Cards We Drew With the printable “You’re a cutie” printable, this is just an adorable way to give a healthy valentine!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

And one of the best ways to do it is to use a 529 plan.&#. Kristia presents Save Money On Groceries Without Using Coupons | Kitchen Economics Link Up posted at Family Balance Sheet , saying, “You don’t have to be an extreme couponer to save money on groceries.&#. FIRE Getters presents Top 5 Ways To Trim Our Grocery Bills!

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Not only do they eat copious amounts of it, they also use it as a moisturizer. I use the salt I cook with which is Mediterranean Sea Salt that I buy at Kroger. Rub the soap/salt mixture all over your face using gentle, circular motions. It is super inexpensive and gets rave reviews all over the makeup forums.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 13, 2012

As it turns out, the ingredients are pretty inexpensive and the instructions pretty simple. Since I already had some sandrete (a kind of cement I use to fill the lines in my brick sidewalk), I decided to wait on getting a kit and do a bit more research. Something to use to write messages on the wet cement.

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

It is the careful use of goods and resources. Each of us possesses the ability to exercise it. Note: Please feel free to enlarge and print out this form for your personal use if you'd like. ~~~ While Christmas was on my mind I decided to "work ahead of need". I use them a lot in the food and craft pantries for storing supplies.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

For so long, we plodded along with next to nothing while our neighbors were running up their charge cards and using home equity loans to take vacations. We shopped at garage sales, turned down the heat, combined errands to use less gas, didn’t buy a lot of prepared food, cooked at home and the like. Peggy: Oh yes!

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Easy and Inexpensive Pumpkin Dip. Enjoy storytime and activities featuring We’re In The Wrong Book! Buy a 9″ craft pumpkin by Ashland® and the rest of the supplies are free. This site uses affiliate links. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins. Mummy Dogs Recipe. Apple Harvest Cake. Candy Corn Krispie Treats Recipe.

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Saving With Shellie

JULY 9, 2014

Switch to CFL bulbs - CFLs use up to 75% less energy (and last up to 10 times longer!) Use a power strip - Even when your electronics are off, they are still energy-suckers if they’re plugged in. Use a power strip - Even when your electronics are off, they are still energy-suckers if they’re plugged in.

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 17, 2011

Topic: When to Use Your Coupon. If you’re just joining us, I started a How To Tuesday series to help you learn how to coupon shop step-by-step. If you’re new, be sure you check out our previous week’s features. But I think there’s another middle category called could use.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

Tell us about yourself. I am used to moving a lot! I was very excited about it and ended up buying Dave Ramsey’s book, The Total Money Makeover. Also find inexpensive entertainment in your area – there are lots of free events in your local communities to take advantage of. Where are you from?

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