Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Are beans and rice regular ingredients in your menu planning? Sometimes the combination can get boring and bland, but Fiesta Black Beans & Rice makes a great side dish or even the main course–just add a side salad. Have you ever considered cooking dried beans from home instead of buying canned beans?

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JANUARY 30, 2014

I’ll be organizing my kitchen too and (of course) blogging about it at some point. By keeping our kitchens organized, menu planning will be much easier, we’ll reduce our food waste, and we’ll be less likely to buy duplicates.

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Budgeting Budget January Groceries 127

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. It’s a constant challenge to keep them fed! How to Save Money on Groceries.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

And of course, don’t forget to check the Food Tab at Family Balance Sheet for meal ideas too. For me, meal planning is the strategy that saves me the most money on groceries. But that one week where I don’t menu plan or do a shoddy job on it, is the week that I’ll blow my budget.

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Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. It’s a constant challenge to keep them fed! How to Save Money on Groceries.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 18, 2019

To ease my anxiety about our new loans, we took the Financial Peace University home course and it changed how we thought about debt. From what we learned in the course, we wrote our Debt Freedom Plan. We loosely based our plan on Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps, but modified them to address our needs and lifestyle.

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Debt 2019 Financial Goals Emergency Fund 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

Menu Plan As I have written before, groceries are the one category that I feel like I have the most control over when it comes to spending. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don't plan, I am sure to blow the budget. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

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. Of course, your planning starts with where you are going. Make a list of expenditures. How long is your travel time to your destination and how are you getting there?

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 178

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

The easiest way to reduce your grocery spending is to plan your meals. Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. During vacation season, offer to water plants, pick up mail, open and close the blinds, take care of pets, for a fee…of course.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

Of course I didnt need that much groceries, but you may!!! (right when you come into the store) I got mine today and had a $5 off the purchase of $80 and that is before coupons. Coupons will vary from day to day. Happy Shopping! Marnie Ann. Reactions: Email This BlogThis! Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest. Newer Post.

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Machines October December September 40

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Of course it is, its cable. Everyones needs are different, so you wont be able to duplicate what we did, youll have to shop on your own. You might end up saving even more! Last year when we checked, our current policies were the best. A lot can change in a year, so check it out. Is your cable bill high? Do a check up. Then, cut the fat.

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Budgeting Budget October December 45

Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

For several years now I've been motivated to action when reading her classic, tried-and-true frugal tricks and tips as she menu plans, money manages and enjoys the luxuries of a simple life with her family. Of course, barring any more broken bones and mandatory computer sharing.)

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