Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 27, 2014

Running your air conditioning 24 hours a day tends to be more expensive than heating your home (except if you use oil), so with that in mind, here are some tips to help get you ready for summertime to reduce your energy bills, reduce your impact on the environment, and keep some of your hard-earned money in your pocket where it belongs.

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Bills Saving Money Money Air Conditioners 177

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 4, 2011

7 Tips to Conserve Water and Save Money 1. It will take time until a store bought version pays for itself from the water saved. A quick google search will help you find some ideas. A quick google search will help you find a list of these plants for your garden zone or ask the staff at your local garden nursery.

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Saving Money Flowers and Plants Money Dehumidifiers 174

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Make a list of expenditures.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 178

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

The school year is winding down and I find myself day dreaming of sand, surf and our upcoming summer vacation. We look forward all year to our summer vacation, so the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. 8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation. Tourism Centers.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Here are five tips to help you save money when attending a major sporting event. The first step to finding great sporting event tickets is to pick the games you want to see carefully. The second step to finding great sporting event tickets is to pick the section that you want to sit in. Pick Your Game. Pick Your Section.

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Saving Money Sports Money Tickets 138

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 16, 2011

Eating organically can be expensive, so I am always looking for ways to save money on organic food. I found a CSA farm directory , but you should also google to find one in your area. I wrote about marked down meat before and I regularly find this type of poultry or meat marked down at my store. heaven on earth.

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Economical Saving Money Organic Organization 166

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Next time you are in the meat department in the grocery store, keep an eye open for the clearance stickers and hopefully you will find some good bargains too. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Do you buy marked down meat? Or does the thought turn you off? Please let us know in the comment section. Thanks for reading.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 173

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

However, dining out can take a bite out of the outgoing cash flow , so we are always looking for ways to save money and still enjoy a night out at a restaurant. Eleven Tips to Save You Money at Restaurants 1. Find out when they run their dining guide. What tips can you add to help save money at restaurants?

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Saving Money Restaurant Meals Money 157

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MAY 18, 2016

Unfortunately, they get a bad rap at times, because people think hours are needed to save real money and be worth their time. The good news is that coupons are very easy to find and you don’t need to spend loads of time clipping them to slash your grocery spending. 9 Places to Find Grocery Coupons. Sunday Paper.

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Groceries Grocery Grocery Coupons Finds 150

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

But I find food products to be a different story. Boxed, processed food coupons are very easy to find, but I try to limit those foods in our diet, so I really have a hard time finding coupons for food that we do eat. But that doesn't mean I don't save a lot of money at the grocery store. Thanks for reading.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2011

When I went to buy a jar at Wegman's last March, I was amazed to find high fructose corn syrup in their store brand version. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. I'm a little paranoid of running out of applesauce over the upcoming winter that I might go buy some more apples. I guess they don't know the secret. Thanks for reading.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 138

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 6, 2011

Did you resolve to find ways to reduce your spending for 2011? Here at Family Balance Sheet, we are always trying to find ways to trim the grocery bill without sacrificing quality and nutrition. Your grocery budget might be a good place to start. There are tons of ways to reduce your spending in your kitchen.

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Bills Groceries Grocery Menu Planning 138

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

I’m regularly asked how to save money on produce. Here are a few things I personally do to save. If you’ve never been to one, I encourage you to go see what deals you can find. Farmer’s markets have boomed in the past few years, and you can find some truly amazing deals on produce. Like…crazy low.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2011

My humble coupon case: If you are new to couponing or even the subject of saving money on groceries, watching TV shows, like Extreme Couponing on TLC, can be overwhelming or intimidating. I love finding coupons for the foods and products that we use. 70 containers of detergent.or 40 boxes of sugary cereals. I use them weekly.

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Land o lakes TV shows Saving Money Menu Planning 166

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2016

I am a big Dave Ramsey fan and I often listen to his show while I’m cooking dinner. We made great money, it was just going down the drain. We made enough money 5 years ago to cover our expenses, so we weren’t in a negative earning situation. Once we got crap in order, we just kept finding ways to make more money.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Well, it just happens to be one of the easiest and most hassle-free ways to save money when shopping! If you know me at all, you probably know by now that I am all about budgeting and saving money wherever possible. Use Store Apps or Websites This is one of the easiest ways to find digital coupons online.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

But did you know that Pinterest is also a fantastic resource for saving money? My strategy for finding great outfits that I can actually afford to put in my closet is to use what I find on the site simply as a source for ideas. Are you a fan of Pinterest? Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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Money DIY Saving Money Saving 188

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 27, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. HOW TO SHOP WITHOUT COUPONS and still save money!! "I Your small donation helps us find deals for you! FAN BOX SCAM. If you get an email from Fan Box about internet earnings, beware! And if you are a fan of All h. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 22, 2015

What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt. I am also a huge fan of the Debt Snowball technique. I got a second job delivering pizzas at night. I sold my brand new Nissan Altima that was upside down which got rid of about $17,000 of the debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2012

With Food on the Table, users will be able to: find thousands of easy, healthy recipes. save money by knowing the items that are on sale. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Food on the Table is an easy meal planning service that is based on sales at local grocery stores. Thanks for reading.

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Meals Food April Saving Money 173

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

If you are one of these families who have eliminated spending on “wants” but still struggle to pay the bills or save money, perhaps cutting back on necessities is an option you should consider. Check out the following ways in which you can save on these expenses. How to Save Money on Food. Finally, use technology.

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Phones Bills Money Saving Money 202

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 7, 2011

With gas and food prices on the rise, it is a great place to find new ways to save money. If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: through your RSS Feed have updates sent to your email , become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook become a Twitter follower. Thanks for reading.

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Gas Saving Money Fans Frugal 100

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 20, 2015

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 15, 2013

I view each month’s bill – whether it be from the water company, the electric utility, or the natural gas provider – as a way to gauge how well I am doing in my efforts to both conserve energy and save money. How much money do I get to keep in my bank account this month? If you have ceiling fans, use them.

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Bills Conserving Energy DVD Players Toaster Ovens 202

freestuff.tv

APRIL 5, 2011

Visit Fan Exclusives tab on their Facebook fan page to print your coupon for a free Nabisco Big Bag Snack. Visit Fan Exclusives tab on their Facebook fan page to print your coupon for a free Nabisco Big Bag Snack. Please subscribe via Email to have savings, advice, coupons and offers sent directly to you.

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Nabisco Snacks Debt Free Debt 109

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 16, 2012

With Food on the Table, users will be able to: find thousands of easy, healthy recipes. save money by knowing the items that are on sale. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. simplify your shopping experience with a well organized grocery list. Normally the fee for more than 3 meals a week is $5. Thanks for reading.

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Meals Food Advantage Saving Money 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2013

It’s definitely possible to save money while living a healthy life. Here’s how Team DINKs feels at DINKs Finance with their post for how to Save Money and Be Healthy at the Same Time. Don’t discount the dollar store–you can find quality items for cheap prices! Could you use a new computer?

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Fridays Finance Home and Garden Personal Finance 196

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 11, 2012

With Food on the Table, users will be able to: find thousands of easy, healthy recipes. save money by knowing the items that are on sale. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Food on the Table is an easy meal planning service that is based on sales at local grocery stores. Thanks for reading.

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Meals Food February Saving Money 127

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. We are now more committed to save money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at a few meals out each month.

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Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2013

a "I don't have to worry, because I've saved money" Christmas. Step 3: On the 25th of each month, we will be meeting (via a post) to discuss whether we hit our savings goal for the month. Each month, we'll come up with some unique ways to find/earn/save money to put towards our Christmas Savings Account.

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2013 Christmas Club January 113

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

I scoured the internet (and FBS) to find 20 delicious ideas to help you plan a yummy and romantic Valentine's Day Dinner. 15 Minute Asparagus Pasta at Saving Money Living Life. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Fresh Mozzarella Bites at Pocket Change Gourmet. Guacamole Bruschetta at Just a Taste. The Main Dish.

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Valentines Day Dinner Main Dishes Cupcakes 138

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 7, 2016

Ceiling Fans Going the Other Direction: When it is winter, did you ever think about turning on your ceiling fan? When you run your ceiling fan in reverse, it helps move the warm air that is trapped on the ceiling. The post 6 Ways To Save on Heating Costs in 2016 appeared first on Coupons Do Work!

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2016 Bills Saving Fans 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 27, 2011

Eating leftovers is one of my tenets of saving money in the kitchen but I am even guilty of wasting food at times. I started wondering how much money I am actually wasting when I throw food away. Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. Thanks for reading.

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Economical Kitchen Groceries Grocery 173

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Sweet Potato Pie with Gingersnap Crust and Spice Cream at Finding Joy in the My Kitchen. Check out Save Money with Pinterest: Meal Planning 101 from Money Saving Enthusiast. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Crunchy Top Apple Pie at Paula Deen of Food Network. What are your plans for Thanksgiving?

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Thanksgiving Meals Martha Stewart Food Network 153

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

Just search for your favorite food or dish and find thousands of ways to prepare it. I’m a fan of lentils and fresh spices in my salad, shredded zucchini or spaghetti squash mixed into my pasta, and avocado and spinach in my grilled cheeses. I’ve come to find that sauces and dressings can make or break a dish. Try Some Add Ins.

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Homemade Food and Wine Cooking Cooking At Home 180

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 25, 2013

If you have not done so, open up a separate checking account specifically for your Christmas Spending Savings. Find your monthly savings goal for May and any shortfall that you have from January through April. become a fan and ''like'' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 11, 2016

Dehydrating food is a great way to save money on more expensive food items like dried fruits and jerky. The dehydrator features fan-flow technology, which means faster, more even drying that requires no tray rotation. Find more Walmart Deals happening this week and fill your cart with the best bargains! Shipping is $4.97

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