Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

If you have a school meal plan, you’re paying for every meal, whether you eat it or not. And if you go out to eat for a meal, you’re essentially paying for two meals at once. Since school meal plans are typically pre-paid, think about the extra cost of going out to eat on top of the meal you’re side-stepping.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 19, 2013

If you’re tired of being broke, it can be tempting to blow some money you don’t have on lobster, steak or a bottle of wine. Eliminate What You’re Not Using or Don’t Need. If you’ve stopped going to the gym, it may be time to cancel your monthly membership. Reduce Your Energy Used.

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Budgeting Budget Las Vegas Bills 85

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2015

Those days are long gone for us now as we’re working hard to cut corners and save money. Many restaurants offer a freebie if you sign up for their email newsletter or membership program. Some restaurants offer free food for your birthday. Let us know in the comments. Take advantage of mid-week specials.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Today we’re meeting a reader who only found my blog a few months ago; I love that she already volunteered to do a Meet a Reader post. Tell us a little about yourself I’m Andrea, I’m in my 20s. Essentially, we’re saving up a nest egg so that we have future freedom! Hey everyone! Here’s Andrea: 1.

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Friends And Family Sale Library College Cars 190

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Today we’re meeting a Midwestern reader who only occasionally masquerades as Mrs. Potato Head. ? Tell us a little about yourself I’m a married mother of two teenage boys (18 and 16) who grew up in the country near a small town in Iowa. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 9, 2011

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! Felidae Dry Cat Food, (pet specialty stores) Save $5.00/1.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 26, 2011

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! Felidae Dry Cat Food (pet stores) Save $5.00/1.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

We have been using this system ever since. I highly suggest using a separate paper calendar from your normal planner to eliminate any confusion. Also color coding will be helpful as this is a visual exercise, and you will be using all of this info in the upcoming steps. – Food: groceries, meals out, school lunches.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 24, 2011

Through July 5, 2011 you can sign up for a FREE trial of a BJ’s Wholesale Club membership. BJ’s membership rewards upgrade is an investment that shoppers will see an immediate return on. Tip #4 – Use Coupons to Their Full Advantage. Here are 6 great tips from the folks at BJ’s on maximizing your savings!

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Saving Everyday

JUNE 1, 2023

Quickly scan the pantry, refrigerator, and freezer for things that you need to use before they go bad. It can be difficult for one person to use a whole package of something perishable like coleslaw mix. Knowing how you plan to use that product in advance will save time and prevent waste. Shop sales. There is minimal to no prep.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

Acadia’s advice is to be creative and think about your talents and gifts and how you could use them to make extra money. Acadia’s husband used his handy skills to fix up their home that they eventually sold for a profit. Jenn and her husband sold stuff they were no longer using and put it towards debt.

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Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Yep, we’re newlyweds and eloped together in December 2013. I started Careful Cents and used that as a platform to find freelance writing opportunities. I did the regular budget audit and cut things out like entertainment, fast food, and going out with friends. I took on extra work outside of my full-time accounting job.

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Coupons Do Work

JUNE 2, 2016

Read the reviews of the 5 best companies to use that we love : . Amazon Prime: Though Amazon Prime membership —at $99 a year. If you’re using all of these features and Now’s same-day delivery. Items available : Groceries from local stores such as Whole Foods and Costco. Free trial : Three months.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 6, 2011

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! Each + Free Shipping w/membership to The Good Cook.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 13, 2011

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! NEW 9Lives Dry Cat Food 3.15 Dish Network $15.00

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

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! Each + Free Shipping w/membership to The Good Cook.

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 10, 2011

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! Alpo Canned Dog Food, Save $1.00/8. Visa Gift Card.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

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! Each + Free Shipping w/membership to The Good Cook.

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 3, 2011

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! Felidae Dry Cat Food (pet stores) Save $5.00/1.

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Blu Ray Sally Hansen Sears Eyeglasses 45

Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 3, 2011

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! Doubleday Book Club + Free Shipping with membership, $0.99/5

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 9, 2011

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! NEW Clorox, (WinCo Foods) Save $3.00 Visa Gift Card.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 27, 2011

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! Doubleday Book Club + Free Shipping with membership, $0.99/5

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 16, 2011

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! Science Diet Age Defying Pet Food, Click & Save $30.00.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 20, 2011

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! Doubleday Book Club + Free Shipping with membership, $0.99/5

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Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 18, 2011

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! Solid Gold Sun Dancer Dry Adult Dog Food, 4lb, Save $3.00/1.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 10, 2011

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! Doubleday Book Club + Free Shipping with membership, $0.99/5

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 6, 2011

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! Purina Alpo Canned Dog Food, Save $1.00/10.

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Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 11, 2011

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! Solid Gold Sun Dancer Dry Adult Dog Food, 4lb, Save $3.00/1.

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Sears Norelco Eyeglasses A&W 45

Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 17, 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! Glad Food Storage Container, (Walmart) Save $0.75/1.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

I just moved to the more rural area to enjoy time gardening and cooking with real foods. Since it’s a lifetime membership. Use this to develop a budget & determine where you will cut back. (If Meal plan based on dietary needs and whatever your hot buttons are for foods. (I Round 2 was already paid.

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