Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 1, 2021
The following list of 25 ideas is broken into two larger categories: ways to reduce your spending and ways to earn extra money. Recently I tried something completely new to me and earned $1000 in less than 3 months by donating plasma–see the details in #14. Put the money saved into your emergency fund.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 6, 2016
Trap rain water and use to water your plants and garden. Use water collected from dehumidifier to water your garden and flower pots. Use the water from steaming vegetables and/or corn on the cob to water your garden. The result is less packaging in the land fills, and the money saved is still in your pocket.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 26, 2012
Go hiking and camping and show them the beauty of the outdoors (and teach them to leave trails and campsites better than when you arrived) Plant a garden with your children to give them a tangible example of how much fun growing your own food and eating healthy can be!
For the Mommas
JANUARY 12, 2011
In the midst of this massive savings fury, it can be easy to get caught up in “deal-chasing” to the detriment of your personal time. However, I am confident that everyone can be effective in their money-saving endeavors when you make it personal. There are a number of ways to sharpen your money-saving skills. .
The Frugal Girl
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? Why do I want to save money? If I could spend it without strings, I might just donate it to a food pantry. We’re not good gardeners but we planted a lot of trees for the shade and beauty. What single thing has saved you the most money over time?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 27, 2011
Choose decorations that can be reused or that are made of natural materials and so can be recycled in the garden or compost. Consider using your own home or garden, where you can control the amount of power used. If it is a gift-giving occasion, ask for donations to be made to environmental projects that you support.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 22, 2024
What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? We are very blessed that my husband earns enough so that I have been able to stay at home and homeschool–so my “why” in saving money is to balance that out. I have a rule now that if I want to buy a book, I need to donate one.
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