Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Regardless of your income or gift giving needs, it is important to create a holiday budget from year to year. Creating a holiday budget can help you control your spending and make sure you get all of the items you need while staying out of debt or overspending. 5 Tips to Create a Holiday Budget. Define your needs. Be realistic.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Parents already know that back to school time is the second most expensive time of the year (right after the holidays). Here are a few money tips to help you plan your back to school activities and maybe reduce that $600 per child amount. learning to give by having them donate last years clothing. Know Where to Get the Money.

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APRIL 20, 2011

The 2-3 weeks leading up to most holidays is a great time to stock up on seasonal food, especially meat. We should see some great deals on ground beef, hot dogs and all of the fixings for picnics right before the summer holidays: Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day. What other holiday bargains do you stock up on?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

To be honest, we set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. In 2013, I had a year long series, Christmas Savings Club , to encourage everyone to set aside money each month for the holidays. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. Can you teach piano lessons?

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NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Holiday Beverage for only $1! The money will be donated directly to The Help Group to brighten the future for some amazing kids, so you can help those in need as you enjoy your treat! The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: $1 Holiday Beverages Today Only! (11/8/12) Find a Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf location here.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 17, 2012

thinkThin is celebrating the launch of its no sugar/high protein nutrition bars in Target locations across the country by kicking off its fun and fabulous online guide, Perfect 10 Holiday and raising money for the Dream Foundation. Related Stories Happy Holidays from Warner Bros. You can check out the guide at www.thinkthin10.com

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

Plus, for every coupon downloaded, Jose Ole will match it by donating $2 to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals ! They are already well on their way to a donation goal of $100,000! I just love when using coupons has benefits beyond saving money! Perfect if you’re having a Mexican food-themed potluck!

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. How to Save this Week: Don’t miss the pre-holiday grocery deals. Maybe even pick up a few extra to donate to the local food banks.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

How can you be money wise and green this Halloween? No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved. Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it. Decorate for the next fall holiday with it. Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2014

Celebrations cost money. Take advantage of the holiday to pass along some financial lessons. Sit down with your teen or tween and plan out your Easter expenses – let them fill in the spring holiday budget for you and then track it. Keep the focus on the reason for the holiday. Hide money eggs. Get Organized'

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. And at that price, it’s an easy way to make a big impact by donating to your local food banks. Shopping online this holiday season?

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

I don’t shop there too often, because it’s not a convenient location for me, but I always stock up on their holiday store brand sale. We decided to donate the turkey to the food bank. Found Money in November: $440. Found money could be from anywhere, such as rebates, refunds, online sales, or even the ground.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 15, 2012

Do you want to help during the holidays? Perhaps you don’t have the money to give? In the spirit of the holidays, Walmart wants to give to local nonprofits across the country that provide the essentials - like food, shelter, baby formula, diapers, coats and other cold-weather clothing – to those in need.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2013

That number includes gifts for our kids, extended family members, teachers, friends, neighbors, bus drivers, service people, our Christmas cards, stamps, and our donations towards the Salvation Army''s Adopt-a-Family program. Christmas Savings Club Kitchen Economics Saving Money - During the Holidays' September Assignments: 1.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 8, 2016

During her training, she has also been raising money for a local organization called, Vickie’s Angel Foundation. The shop donated a portion of our dinner bill to this charity. These posts will help: How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Using Coupons. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2013

Creating a Christmas spending budget in January really made me conscious of where that money was going to come from. Also, the January-September months are so far away from when I do our actual Christmas shopping (Nov & Dec) that that money often times gets shifted towards other gift giving expenses, like birthdays. It's awesome.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 16, 2011

I wanted to make sure you all knew that Family Dollar has some awesome holiday gift ideas you should definitely check out! This week I went to a Family Dollar blogger event for the holidays. Plus if you spend $100 on toys they take 10% off – makes your dollar stretch further and even helps if you donate toys during the holidays!

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 25, 2013

That number includes gifts for our kids, extended family members, teachers, friends, neighbors, bus drivers, service people, our Christmas cards, stamps, and our donations towards the Salvation Army''s Adopt-a-Family program. Start thinking about some handmade gifts that you can make for your friends and family for the holidays.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 5, 2012

This holiday season, the IKEA Soft Toys for Education campaign is back in full swing! Running from November 4 – December 29, this annual event continues to raise money to educate children around the world. Since 2003, the IKEA Soft Toys for Education campaign has donated $61.75 million (€47.5 49 – $19.99

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Or you can choose to send the money as a donation toward other efforts for our men and women of the armed forces. The USO will send you an American Flag for your donation. Sign up for No More Rack and get $10 off a $20 purchase on your first order! ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 6, 2012

Check out HealthyEssentials.com to find $190 in money-saving J&J coupons! Description of Product: “After the holidays, everyone is looking to save a little extra money, and also kick their healthy resolutions into full swing! This awesome money-saving coupon booklet has over $190 worth of coupons in it!

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 19, 2013

If you don’t have any extra money, consider your time, consider sending a card, making cookies. More Ways Kohl’s is Giving This Holiday. This holiday, Kohl’s offers exclusive hardcover books featuring Peanuts classics by author Charles M. I wrote this last year and amazingly, I could write the same exact thing this year.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 20, 2013

The holiday season has a number of hidden costs, which really aren’t hidden as much as they are… ignored. Let’s look at where you could save a little money this holiday season: Christmas Lights. per gallon during the holidays. Start the New Year off right by making a commitment to save money and pay off debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Many of us have just celebrated Canada Day or Independance Day; a holiday where we celebrate our freedoms. Nicole from Nicole and Maggie: Grumpy Rumblings of the Untenured tells her story about giving Self Serving Donations. Jason Price from One Money Design interviews Chuck Bentley: The Root of Riches Book Interview.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Listia is like eBay but without needing any money to buy and trade goods. Donate your credits to charity (December holiday charities you can choose from include, Toys for Tots, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Ronald McDonald House, Boys & Girls Club, Goodwill). Do you plan to re-gift anything this holiday season?

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

help others because they donate to Operation Smile with each textbook rented. RentBack.com is new initiative that allows students to rent the textbooks you already own – to other students… which is awesome because it makes you 2-4x more money compared to what you’d make through buyback options!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

Welcome to the 18th edition of the Totally Money Carnival. I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. FruGal presents Why you SHOULD sweat the small stuff when it comes to money – FruGal. Now on to the rest… Save Money this Spring: #1. Save Money this Spring: #2.

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For the Mommas

JULY 11, 2016

The Blithedale Animal Shelter has just ended its annual holiday sale for dogs, and miraculously all but a few have been adopted. Francis Tapon sought wisdom when he quit his Silicon Valley job, donated most of his belongings, and set off to hike the Appalachian Trail. Save Money on your next Disney Vacation by Michael Bryan.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2011

Consider donating school supplies to womens' shelters, local schools, children's hospitals, libraries, churches. Party favors for birthday, Halloween or other holiday parties. My girls love to draw and craft. I am sure they would appreciate your generosity. Battle the boredom blues. My daughter is content for at least 2 hours.

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

The rest has been donated to Daddy in the past. Donate - Halloween Candy Buy Back. You can enter your zip code on this website to find a participating dentist in your area that will pay money for your candy. If you choose to make holiday goodies, crush it up and add it to brownie, cookie, or cake batter.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 23, 2013

Have more money automatically withdrawn from your paycheck and put in your 401k. If you’re still worried you’ll break your resolution, consider motivating yourself by money. If you achieve it, nothing happens, but if you don’t achieve it, the site will charge your credit card and donate money to a charity whose cause you hate.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 20, 2015

Holidays & Special Events … brighten up old family traditions and create new. Working from Home … hone your talents, live your passions and earn money to help your family. … Of course, no Ultimate Homemaking Bundle would be complete without the generous, inspiring gifts donated by companies that understand homemakers like you.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 29, 2013

Indulge your sweet tooth and embrace everything that’s sweet about the holidays. . . Product Price: $44.71 – $190.35 (varies depending on canvas size) Check out our holiday promotions on the website! Our canvases are great for decorating your home or office and make the perfect gifts for the holiday season and beyond!

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

Instead, you get makeup samples and other beauty samples from our favorite brands, making it easy to test out beauty products and find your favorites before you spend money on the full-sized versions. Soft and cuddly with heart stitching’s to carry out the holiday theme, your dog will enjoy cuddling and playing with this toy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 8, 2013

In another study, the brain’s pleasure centers lit up when people made check marks next to a list of organizations to which they wanted to donate.” Studies involving functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) scans have shown donating money to charity triggers the same pleasure and reward systems in the brain as food and sex. “.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 15, 2012

The end of the year brings festive feelings and a need to donate, considering it’s the holidays. Even though you give money to a needy family, that doesn’t quality for a tax deduction. Charitable donations affect the amount of taxes owed in the form of an itemized tax deduction. Documenting Donations.

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Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 17, 2012

During Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Sandy, you could send clothing and toys, donate money and help people rebuild. After 9/11, people donated blood, flew their American flags and supported our first responders and military with vigor. So I encourage you this holiday season to do just that.

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