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8 Action Steps for a Frugal February!

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I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. Do you know how much money is flowing in and out of your bank accounts? I enjoy Valentine’s Day, but it is on a Tuesday this year and my kids’ activities aren’t canceled due to the holiday. 2 – Track your cashflow. 7 – Look for FREE entertainment.

February 130
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Save Money & Celebrate Valentine's Day at Home | Date Night on a Budget

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Yes, I'd love to eat out and have someone else prepare my dinner and serve me, but that would involve a babysitter and a food tab. Our two daughters love the holiday too. Pink and hearts--it's the official holiday of 5-7 year old girls everywhere. Will you go out or have a date night in? Thanks for reading.

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Frugal February

Family Balance Sheet

I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. I enjoy Valentine’s Day, but it is on a Thursday this year and my kids’ activities aren’t canceled due to the holiday. Our active life goes on, so I will be planning a nice eat-at-home dinner with a special sweet treat, rather than eating out.

February 100
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How to Save Money on Groceries

Family Balance Sheet

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. During the holidays a few years ago, Wegman’s offered 5 lb sacks of flour on sale for.99 Find out how I scored 16 lbs of meat and paid just $17.20. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list.

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How to Save Money on Groceries

Family Balance Sheet

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. During the holidays a few years ago, Wegman’s offered 5 lb sacks of flour on sale for.99 Find out how I scored 16 lbs of meat and paid just $17.20. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list.

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How to Save Money on Groceries Without Coupons

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I use them regularly when we eat out at restaurants, and I will not shop at a department store without one, but grocery coupons are completely different for me. During the holidays a few years ago, Wegman’s offered 5 lb sacks of flour on sale for.99 People either love them or hate them. Yeah, that is not me.

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How to Save Money When Traveling

Saving Everyday

Avoid holidays and peak travel times when prices can be inflated. Eating out at every meal drains your wallet , so choose the most important meals and make those your splurges. If you love going out for breakfast, it’s the cheapest meal of the day to dine out.