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Take Control of Your Money in 2015

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Choose Thrift First Challenge. 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. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be the Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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Ten Paper Products To Cross Off Your Grocery List | Kitchen Economics Link Up

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Try replacing some paper products on your list with cloth and re-usable products that you probably have around the house and you will not only reduce your grocery spending, but you will also reduce your waste. You can use a coupon from Bed, Bath & Beyond if you decide to purchase a baking mat. Use them for your garbage.

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10 Smart Ways to Become Debt Free

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Stacey taught frugal living/coupon workshops and her husband took on extra side carpentry jobs. When dining out, Olivia always used a coupon and/or went to places where kids dine free. ACTION STEP: After you analyze your spending, what habits are you willing to give up. They Managed their Grocery Spending.

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