Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2021

In January 2020, we had a lot of savings goals. Today, we feel fortunate that our business has survived and we’re extremely grateful that we spent prior years focused on our Debt Freedom Plan. Cautiously, we’re turning our attention back to our savings goals. How our Debt Freedom Plan Prepared Us for the Pandemic.

Debt 130

Debt 2020 2019 Financial Goals 130

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

The Christmas season is upon us. The season of family, faith, food and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of last minute ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending. I use this spreadsheet. Can you teach piano lessons?

Christmas 235

Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2016

Along with your orderly kitchen, you should also have an inventory of the food that you have on hand. Today, we’re going to plan meals using those inventories of foods you found in your pantry, fridge, and freezer. I found lots of frozen fruit that we will use for smoothies.

Groceries 100

Groceries Grocery Budgeting Budget 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 2014

We don’t want to make our families miserable with bland meals, boring snacks, and not enough food in the house, but we must stay on budget. O n the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month with our grocery budget. How Did We Do in April?

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Groceries Grocery 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2011

Eric at Narrow Bridge tells us 5 ways we can use the 2011 payroll tax break. Canadian Finance Blog tells us how our spare change can really add up. Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us what he has learned about money management over the years. I must say, we usually don’t have a hard time using ours.

January 113

January Personal Finance Green And Frugal Finance 113

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

How did you do with your financial goals in January? We have only one financial goal for 2019 and we made some progress in January. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!). Use up all of those odd ingredients. One month down for 2019. 5 – Plan ahead.

February 100

February Frugal Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Couponing 101

AUGUST 5, 2019

However, if you’re unfamiliar with the brand, it can be difficult to judge whether it’s really worth the selling price. T.J.Maxx uses mostly red clearance stickers, so watch for them while you shop. The best sales usually happen in late January and late July. Look Up Items and Brands on Your Phone.

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Shopping Hunts Saving Phones 65

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 1, 2017

However, December is a great time to find deals on basics, food, and things that you might need and/or use throughout the year. It’s gotten expensive with postage and the price of cards, and since we’re trying to save money and cut costs, I’ve stopped mailing them. Use the price scanner. January Prep.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money December Money Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 30, 2014

We don’t want to make our families miserable with bland meals, boring snacks, and not enough food in the house, but we must stay on budget. O n the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month with our grocery budget. April’s Assignments.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget March Groceries 100

Couponing 101

JANUARY 8, 2020

In the Northern Hemisphere, January is one of the coldest months of the year, so it should come as no surprise that it is also National Soup Month! This classic soup can seem oh-so-comforting when you’re feeling a little under the weather or just need a little pick-me-up. Classic Chicken Noodle Soup via Dinner, then Dessert.

Recipes 69

Recipes Re-use Student College 69

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 31, 2019

They’re easy to make, affordable, and come in several different varieties. They’re great both ways, and there are directions for both right on the package! You can use the sauce that comes with them or whip up a batch of my creamy soy-ginger sauce. The festivities include food, parties, parades, and more!

New Year's 76

New Year's Re-use February 2019 76

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Description of Product: “As you know, this time of year is filled with holiday parties, gift giving, time with friends and family, and lots of food. It doesn’t have to be full of diet-busting foods, however. ” Review of Product: I love snack foods and over the holidays we all tend to eat more snack foods!

Frito lay 111

Frito lay Lays Giveaway Holiday 111

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2014

There’s no point in using more money than you need to. Some popular items include homemade baking kits (think all of the ingredients for soup or brownies in a jar), homemade jewelry, artwork, crafts, and food. If you’re trying to find ways to generate money for the holidays, try some of these strategies.

Holiday 169

Holiday Emergency Fund Homemade Eating Out 169

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 28, 2011

Description of Product: “While the holidays are full of food and fun, the season can also be one of the most hectic and busiest times of year. Whether you’re planning a road trip or flight, be sure to take all the proper safety precautions. It is a very versatile product and we’ve used it numerous times already!

Holiday 110

Holiday Giveaway Re-use Cars 110

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

We don’t want to make our families miserable with bland meals, boring snacks, and not enough food in the house, but we must stay on budget. O n the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month with our grocery budget.

Budgeting 124

Budgeting Budget February Groceries 124

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Happy 4 months til Christmas!

August 100

August Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

When we’re crazy busy and the family is demanding that they be fed, I always have the ingredients for spaghetti on hand. Now go through the list and really ask yourself if you use or need all of it. If you’re not using it, cancel it today and redirect that monthly money into your emergency savings.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Refillable mugs can be purchased in the food courts of most resorts and are currently $15.49 + tax each. If you’re on the dining plan, the mug is free so take advantage of it! But what if you’re not? If you’re sensitive to the cold, you may not want to make the trip to get a refill in the winter.

Disney 58

Disney Buy Buying Food and Drink 58

Saving Everyday

JULY 13, 2012

5 nights at Port Orleans Riverside Royal Rooms (used the current 20% room discount ). Food/Drink While Traveling – Less than $20.00. It saves us a ton of money both while we travel and at Disney. Since we’ll be on the dining plan at Disney, we’ll only have food costs while we’re traveling. 350 in fuel costs.

Disney 83

Disney Hotel Goals Money 83

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

We’re meeting an Arkansas reader today and initially, I thought she was the first one! Tell us a little about yourself Greetings from the NW corner of Arkansas, where I was born (around 40+ years ago) and raised. We use the eggs, harvest meat & if I can’t get out to hunt venison we’ve had friends give us meat.

Arkansas 182

Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 182

Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 8, 2012

Print now, hold on to them, and wait for a good deal to use them! FYI – sometimes coupons reset several times each month so even if you have already printed 2 of a certain coupon, try to print it again – if you’re lucky, it was reset and you can print 2 more! Baby Alive Food, Juice or Diaper Refill Packs, Save $3.00/2.

Bath and Body Works 40

Bath and Body Works Blu Ray Pro Plan General Mills 40

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 26, 2013

The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. In years past, we used a credit card to purchase our gifts and paid the card off in January. For the first time, I have set aside money monthly for our Christmas spending.

Christmas 100

Christmas Club Finds October 100

Couponing 101

JANUARY 5, 2012

Here is a great Living Social deal for today: $10 for $22 to Spend on Re-Pac Reusable Bags ! These eco-friendly bags are made using water-resistant materials that are safe for storing snacks and more efficient at keeping your food fresh for longer. Redeem your voucher on re-pacbags.com. Limit 1 voucher per transaction.

Dog Treats 70

Dog Treats Craft Supplies Craft Supply Re-use 70

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

This is not something I want to see, so today I have a few videos for you that will dispell credit card myths, teach you how to use them properly, how to keep them safe, and how to make sure you should be getting credit in the first place. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! Penge Snak!:

Credit Cards 220

Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Here’s a list of the best Rite Aid deals I see for Sunday, 1/19/2014 through Saturday, 01/25/2014: January Video Values will be available to watch from 12/29/13 through 01/25/14 and expire on 2/8/14. 2/1 Snapware Food or Home Storage Product, exp. 2+UP wyb Bausch & Lomb Re-nu Fresh or Sensitive 12 oz – $4.99.

2014 45

2014 7Up Listerine Aveeno 45

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 26, 2015

Mohu offers a full line of high-quality, easy-to-use and cost effective HDTV antenna products. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Product Price: $71 – $135 Use code “HOP-ValuePal” at checkout to get an additional 35% off all House of paws items. to $149.99.

Dog 40

Dog Holiday Gifts Martha Stewart 40

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

I just moved to the more rural area to enjoy time gardening and cooking with real foods. The company I had worked at for 12 years when I started my journey in January 2013, announced it would be making significant job cuts summer 2013. Use this to develop a budget & determine where you will cut back. (If

Debt Free 235

Debt Free Debt Mom Goals 235