Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

As my kids have grown into teenagers who eat as much as adults, I spend about $800-1000/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. Seriously, my kids claim hunger ALL.DAY.LONG.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

As my kids have grown into a teen and tween who eat as much as adults, I spend about $700/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. Seriously, my kids claim hunger ALL.DAY.LONG.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

Over the holidays, I wasn’t as diligent with my meal planning and our grocery bill went over what I budget for food. Not only do I need to get control of our grocery spending again, but I also am challenging myself with a new budget for January. The clipboard keeps my menu, grocery list, and coupons all in one place.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

They Managed their Grocery Spending. I have always stressed that groceries is one of the easiest budget categories to reduce. The interviewees also found that cutting their food spending freed up quite a bit of money to apply towards debt. 10 Paper Products to Avoid. Eating out daily will add up.

Debt Free 100

Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100