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20 Tips for Frugal Living

For the Mommas

Eat out less. One of the biggest expenses you probably incur is eating out. The average person spends over $2,000 a year on eating out. Instead of eating out, pack your lunch. Go to the library. Instead of buying books, check them out of the library. Drink water.

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Frugal February

Family Balance Sheet

Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. 3 – Cook/Eat from the pantry and freezer. Groceries is the easiest budget category TO GET OUT of control and the easiest budget category TO control. Borrow movies from the library. Go sledding.

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5 Ways to Trim Your Budget For Your Child’s College Fund

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Going to the movies, having drinks with friends, or going to paid sporting events can be expensive. Planning how often to go out, and how much money will be spent is important. Many friends may be willing to split the cost of a bottle of wine, or make homemade margaritas instead of going out. Eating Out.

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in 2014

Saving Cents With Sense

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. For example, a foot long sub sandwich and drink can cost approximately $7.

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year

Saving Cents With Sense

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Making Homemade Baby Food. How much are you spending on groceries?

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year

Saving Cents With Sense

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Making Homemade Baby Food. How much are you spending on groceries?

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One Month of Spending Zero

Couponing 101

What we’re NOT paying for: • Groceries • Household Items • Clothing • Meals Out • Entertainment How we’ll manage: Eat from the Pantry/Freezer We have a very well-stocked freezer and pantry, of which we’ll be taking advantage. Realistically, we could eat from our pantry/freezer for well OVER a month.