Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

Our girls are watching us. They watch us have long discussions about the business and our finances. They watch me plan out our weekly menu and grocery list. And they see me paying with cash at the grocery store. And they’ve watched us make different decisions and choices than we have in the past.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Daughter Thrifty 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

While I don’t advocate the use of credit cards with a continuing balance, we do use a credit card on many purchases and pay the balance off when the bill comes. We earn cash back on our credit card purchases and I have been saving up our points to cash them in for a $100 Lands’ End gift card.

Frugal 100

Frugal Fridays Ebates Credit Cards 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 27, 2011

You can bid on multiple kinds of new electronic equipment such as TVs, computers, Ipads and etc; gift cards for a variety of brick and mortar stores; new pots and pans; golf clubs; cookers; watches; knives and whatever other type of merchandise the owners of the auction sites can get from their suppliers.

Credit Cards 170

Credit Cards Win Money Watches 170

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Literally, hearts seem to be on every store shelf, and that has me thinking about Valentine’s Day gifts. This ultra-thin, genuine leather wallet has 6 card slots, 1 middle compartment for cash, and 1 ID window. It’s also equipped with RFID blocking to keep those credit cards safe!

Gifts 69

Gifts Sunglasses Phones Cars 69

For the Mommas

MAY 26, 2016

Or, spend $100 or more and use your JCPenney Credit Card and promo code ACT7NOW at checkout to save 25% off online purchases. Select FREE in-store pickup if available in your area. Select FREE in-store pickup if available in your area. Select FREE in-store pickup if available in your area. each {Reg $12} BIG Buy.

Memorial Day 60

Memorial Day Vera Bradley Codes Jewelry and Watches 60

Couponing 101

JULY 26, 2014

Use your card to earn cents per gallon savings (details below) – they add up fast. Save up your rewards and redeem them at the pump to watch the price of gas drop! Buy Groceries Earn 5¢/gal for every $50 you spend or by purchasing specially marked items at participating grocery stores with that store’s linked loyalty card.

Gift Cards 94

Gift Cards Giveaway Fuel Gifts 94

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Since there seems to be so much in the news lately about credit cards- the good ones, the bad ones, the ugly ones, the fee free ones, the reward ones, the secured ones, etc. I figured I would talk about credit cards as today’s theme. Take a moment to watch them. Funancials : Should I Cancel My Credit Card?

Credit Cards 220

Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Shopping at club stores can provide good savings. Watch for Ads. You may receive Costco ads in the mail or when you walk into the store. While there are a lot of rewards credit cards available, frequent Costco shoppers may find the Costco Anywhere Visa particularly convenient. Select Your Membership Option Wisely.

Costco 40

Costco Credit Cards Club Rewards 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 24, 2015

Have you ever had to listen to a dinner companion brag about the ‘free’ trip they took with their cash back reward cards, or watched as the person in front of you pondered which of the dozens of cards in their wallet they should use for this particular purchase? I don’t use cash back credit cards.

Credit Cards 100

Credit Cards Credit Used Airline 100

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 20, 2011

The included credit card and play money will help you get started. When you’re tired of play money, use the cash drawer to store real bills and coins! There is a scanner for credit cards and the cash register can talk in 3 languages! Review of Product: I would have LOVED this as a child!

Backyard 110

Backyard Giveaway Scanners Microphones 110

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

We toured Gettysburg in 2005 as well and watched a re-enactment of the 4 day battle starting July 1 and ending July 4, where more than 51,000 soldiers from both sides died. Lincoln was poor much of his life as well, losing everything in a joint venture on a store, but made a comeback with his income as a lawyer.

Personal Finance 186

Personal Finance Finance 2005 Debt 186

Saving With Shellie

APRIL 15, 2015

However, they might be night to have on your phone for your kids to watch during unexpected delays. I often find myself at the grocery store when one or both of my kids are on the verge of melting down. I often find myself at the grocery store when one or both of my kids are on the verge of melting down. Eeyore’s Tail.

Film 40

Film Credit Cards Frugal Lives Frugal Living 40

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Just watch the news around Thanksgiving, and you’re likely to see hordes of people lining up well in advance of when stores open. Plus, as long as you stick to your budget, you might not feel such overwhelming dread when your credit card bill arrives. Don’t Get Too Competitive. Know How You Will Use Items.

Fridays 58

Fridays Re-use Budgeting Budget 58

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 15, 2012

A credit card will be required to complete the transaction, but you will NOT be charged for your free voucher. Click on “place your order” You’ll receive an e-mail with your receipt, and you can click on the “your vouchers” link in that e-mail to see your credit in your amazon account!

Video 100

Video Credit Amazon Credit Cards 100

Couponing 101

JUNE 16, 2015

Use your card to earn cents per gallon savings (details below) – they add up fast. Save up your rewards and redeem them at the pump to watch the price of gas drop! Buy Groceries Earn 5¢/gal for every $50 you spend or by purchasing specially marked items at participating grocery stores with that store’s linked loyalty card.

Gift Cards 40

Gift Cards Gas Giveaway Fuel 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

Plus, by watching shows without commercials you are less likely to be influenced to buy items you don’t need. And finally, if you don’t pay for cable and limit the amount of shows you watch, it is amazing how much time you save. This time can be used towards other projects and to do lists you have on the go.

Bills 124

Bills Money Insurance Saving Money 124

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

I now employ the same technique by the way though in 2012 it involves removing the credit cards from my wallet as well! We clean and sanitize the bathrooms, showroom, gameroom and other areas of the store throughout the day. Cheese’s is still that fun place for kids located right in your neighborhood! Wholesome Family Fun.

Chuck E Cheese 111

Chuck E Cheese Giveaway Rewards Family 111

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

I have no problem shopping at a thrift store and not having cable TV, but I still want to camp and watch my daughters swim meets. People have told us that it isn’t possible to not have a car loan or to not use credit cards. What’s important to you? Take some time and create your guidelines for the year.

Debt 100

Debt Goals 2016 Calculators 100

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

We usually go with one empty credit card, put everything on that ONE card so it’s easy to keep track of, and try our best not to go over our spending goal. In the weeks leading up to our trip, I watch the weekly sales and stock up on things we’ll need. Do this consistently, and the savings will add up!

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

The Coupon Game

OCTOBER 29, 2011

What is your favorite sport to watch? Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? Gator vs Georgia Game on TV (Hubby's watching while I blog and the kids play.) Where would you want to retire? I'm sorry, what is retirement?! Favorite time of day? Quiet evenings at home. Where were you born?

North Carolina 85

North Carolina Macaroni Grill Flowers and Gifts TV shows 85

Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

It is a new program where you earn points for specific items you buy in-store and online. Look for new point-earning offers in the weekly ad, online, and in-store. Everything is tracked through your Balance Rewards card. If you forget your card while shopping, they can look you up by your phone number. How do I sign up?

Rewards 100

Rewards Walgreens Points T-Mobile 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

I watched her and her husband’s debt free scream on The Dave Ramsey Show. We also had four credit cards, two lines of credit, and a car loan. Meal plan and cook from scratch – I’ll do a weekly meal plan and then only go to the grocery store once. Meet Angela. We owed money to just about everybody.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Budgeting Budget 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

” Robert from My Multiple Incomes presents 5 Tips on How to Be a Better Negotiator , and says, “Not every store and place allows haggling and negotiating on their prices, but trying to negotiate won’t hurt either. Glen from Credit Card Smarts shares how to Use a Credit Card to Build Your Credit History Fast.

Personal Finance 219

Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

I had $29,000 in MBA student loans, $14,000 in credit cards, and $13,000 in a car loan. The inspiration to pay off my debt was watching my grandmother balance her checkbook. Consignment stores and auctions are a great way to buy clothes and furniture at low prices. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

Credit Cards 100

Credit Cards Debt Debt Free Student 100

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 13, 2016

At most retail stores they do this (i.e. This store, like many others do the price match system! Out-of-stock items 100% always ships to the store for free. Call JCPenney’s hotline or head to the store and the employee can order it and have it shipped to the store (and maybe to your house) for free.

Shopping 100

Shopping Credit Cards Rewards Sephora 100

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 28, 2013

It’s so great to watch kids open holiday presents up – they get so excited! Purchase Information: Hallmark Gold Crown stores. Purchase Information: https://shop.bkidsfun.com/ and Specialty stores . Purchase Information: [link] Specialty Stores and Amazon.com . Product Price: $24.95. Product Price: $35.

2013 96

2013 Giveaway Gifts Babies R Us 96

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I manicures pedicures expensive or trendy clothes and shoes brand-name foods gym memberships a large-screen TV, streaming services, movies the latest phones and tech gadgets fine wines alcohol cigarettes credit card debt The list goes on. The same is true for Maine.

Green And Frugal 177

Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 177

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Vanilla cupcakes I stored all my equipment in a dishpan in my dorm room. Eat at grocery stores! In the US, many grocery stores (especially in cities) will have hot or cold bars where you can grab food that can be eaten immediately, or warmed up. Do you have any tips for frugal travel or vacations? And I had no kids or spouse!

Kids and Family 189

Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 189

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Many years ago, our cash flow sucked, we put Christmas on a credit card, and I wasn’t sure how I was going to pay for a large tax bill. How to Watch Great TV without Cable – We were able to cut $50/month by giving up cable, yet we still watch great TV. ” We’ve been there too. They will be helpful.

Budgeting 133

Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Goals 133

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Casio Men’s Watches from $44.99 9:15 am EST: Crosley: Peanuts Cruiser Record Store Day Turntable. 10:05 am EST: Recon Set: Night Nocs/Voice scrambler/Recon watch/Motion Alarm. 5:30 pm EST: AmazonBasics 17-Sheet Cross-Cut Paper, CD, and Credit Card Shredder with Pullout Basket. to $129.99. Cross-Training Shoe.

2015 40

2015 November December Amazon 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 24, 2012

Over-spending has become a way of life, cheered on by financial institutions and credit card companies, who want us to spend up big so they can earn ever more interest, at our expense. Easy access to credit has helped to make this process so easy; we don’t even need to have the cash.

Money 213

Money Activism Credit Debt 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

We held a pretty firm line at the store on the ‘I want this”, or “Can we buy that” but the boys still found our soft spots and used them to their advantage (not that we usually minded). Let the kids pick it up the way we did, by watching and listening how their parents handle money!

Parenting 173

Parenting Money Kids and Family Personal Finance 173

Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

For example: Homemade chicken tacos and chicken soup are made from Sunday’s roasted chicken; while homemade tostadas and white bean hummus are created from the leftovers of a large pot of Navy Bean soup you prepared for your card party on Friday. Excellent pricing — Buying a side of beef can save you money over regular grocery store prices.

Growing 40

Growing Canning Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 40

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

The debt included overdraft protection, mattress, car, and a credit card (post divorce stress spending, clothes to accommodate the yo yo diets and weight for 2 years, a trip to Disney World & I’m sure several things that I don’t remember because I was spending without a plan). Watch Tracy’s Debt Free Scream.

Debt Free 235

Debt Free Debt Mom Goals 235

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 26, 2015

Product Name: CM4 Q Card Case. Purchase Information: CM4 Store on Amazon or direct at www.cm4.com. Q Card Case from CM4 combines the perks of a stylish iPhone accessory with the convenience of a built-in wallet that allows easy access to ID, cards and cash. TRAVALO and is available in 8 elegant and timeless colors!

Dog 40

Dog Holiday Gifts Martha Stewart 40