Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

This post and giveaway are sponsored by GIANT Food Stores. However, there are simple things we can do every day that help Mother Earth by using less energy, sending less trash to the land fills, and conserving our natural resources. And the bonus to starting these new habits is that you can save quite a bit of money too.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

From a money-saving and environment-friendly perspective, this may be the most obvious solution to making room in your budget in an eco-conscious manner. Raising livestock for food takes an enormous toll on the environment, primarily because of the deforestation. Transportation. Energy efficient tax credits.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

While the cost of living in our new town in Pennsylvania is higher than we experienced in Utah, we are actually saving money each month due to downsizing. We have a smaller place, and we use less energy to keep it comfortable. Just moving to a smaller home can reduce the amount of money you spend on your home’s upkeep.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Like Maggie, I earn my money by writing. But the words earn money, and that turns into something tangible: a place to live. I brought us here to this rental with my writing income, and we have been here for the last year and a half because of my writing income. Like Maggie, I have been self-employed.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2014

One of the biggest travel trends in recent memory is the use of Airbnb. However, it’s not just a way to save money when you travel. You can also make money when you rent a room or your whole apartment or house using Airbnb. People like to see what they’re paying for. Offer Desirable Amenities.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Sliding down the slopes is exhilarating, but watching the money blow out of your wallet may not be quite as thrilling. However, that doesn’t mean you have to forgo your ski trip altogether to keep money in your wallet. These nine easy tips can help you save money on your next ski trip! Bring Your Own Food and Drinks.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

I donated my plasma to earn extra money–here’s my honest review. The money was going into her summer vacation fund. Summer vacation money? However, you are welcome to use your phone for texting, watching videos, listening to music, and playing games. You must use earphones though.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

We’ve all been there: staring at the baby food aisle trying to figure out which of these jars and pouches our baby will eat. So in order for me to avoid wasting money on jarred food and to know what exactly is going into said food, I decided to make my own! Sweet Potato + Coconut Milk + Coriander Puree.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 12, 2016

I have caught myself spending way too much time perusing the pins and boards in awe the laundry room as big as my living room and the Frozen birthday party ideas that must have taken 4 months to plan, but for the most part it has been a huge asset in my money-saving tool box. How to Use Pinterest to Save Money on Groceries.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

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 ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I use this spreadsheet every year.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

In fact a lot of the things you can do to stay green actually save you money in the process. To me it’s a no brainer; be green and save money in the process… why wouldn’t you?! Here’s some top ideas to save you money and ease your conscience: Waste Less Food. Use Less Energy.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 30, 2020

Even if you haven’t suffered from the virus, you’re probably suffering in other ways. While you might want to go back to your old career after the crisis is over, these 10 options can help you make money in the meantime. Deliver Food. Use Other Special Skills. Many people are sheltering in place.

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Money Unemployment Work From Home Delivery Service 82

Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 28, 2016

Saving Money at Starbucks : I love Starbucks (hate the lines, but then again, who loves the lines? Here is a list of ways to save money at Starbucks: Get the Starbucks app: once you get the app, sign-up for their My Starbucks Rewards program. One you have a gift card, you ‘pre-pay’ for your drink and save money this way.

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Saving Money Starbucks Money Food and Drink 100

Couponing 101

MARCH 26, 2019

When I looked back at the last three months, I realized my resolution for saving money was not on track. So starting on April 1, I’m holding myself to a strict spending limit using the envelope budget method. I recommend choosing the category where you currently spend the most money every month.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 25, 2013

My husband and I both like to travel, but we’ve never had a large disposal income, so we’ve never had a lot of money to travel. We used to think that a vacation wasn’t a vacation unless we had eaten like the locals and indulged in all of the local foods. We’ve used a number of strategies to do this.

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Travel Food Vacation 176

The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Last year, to make a little extra cash, I started boarding dogs through Rover, and I am about to start a very very part time job using my RN license for a home care company. We’re in a semi -rural area within 30 minutes of a few good-sized towns, and within 2-3 hours of several major cities. canned peaches = summer in a jar 2.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Try these four tips to save money with your Instant Pot. While you’re at it, check out our 10 Money-Saving Instant Pot Recipes to get started! Every time you cook, you might be throwing away ingredients you could still get some use out of. Use Simple, Inexpensive Ingredients. Save Your Scraps for Broths.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 2, 2022

I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to help us get through current higher food and gas prices and achieve our big financial goals. I roasted them and put them in the freezer for future use. I use them in pasta sauce, soups, and in place of pumpkin in a lot of recipes. Show me the money!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2013

Food and drink and some entertainment venues are extra. Also like most theme parks, entrance fees, souvenirs, food and drink can be very expensive. Tickets for $30 each, but valid only for use on Thursdays. Bring snacks and a drinking cup to use in the park. Find or buy re-fillable soda cups for the park.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 18, 2019

If you’re big on saving money, you probably already buy things in bulk. I avoided the larger packages because few things pain me more in life than throwing away food because we couldn’t use it before it went bad. I soon learned that buying the larger package could save me a lot of money!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Being smart and avoiding unnecessary spending can help you save money in college. Remember these five money saving strategies to stay comfortable without breaking the bank. Avoid the frozen and prepared foods sections–these are not the bargains they appear to be. Buy Used Textbooks. Smart Grocery Shopping.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2014

While most people think of eating out as a way to relax and save time, they typically don’t account for the time it takes to drive back and forth to the restaurant as well as the time to order, sit and wait for the food, and eat. We used to love eating out, but as our family grew, so did the expense of eating out.

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Cooking Saving Money Freezers Money 222

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2015

This post is sponsored by Giant Food Stores and Savory Magazine. As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. I scour websites, magazines, and Pinterest for new recipes and ideas that will WOW my family and save me money. 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 1, 2017

I’m not advocating anyone to over-spend or buy things that we wouldn’t normally spend money on this month and holiday season, especially if we don’t have the funds. However, December is a great time to find deals on basics, food, and things that you might need and/or use throughout the year.

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Saving Money December Money Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 15, 2012

One of the best things you can do for the sake of your own self reliance is to build up your home food storage. Your home food storage can tide you over in the event of a financial setback, or be part of your efforts for emergency preparedness. Unfortunately, many people think of stockpiling when they consider home food storage.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

In my quest to be more healthy over the past couple of years, I’ve been acutely aware of the imbalance between the cost of healthy, nutritious food, and the cost of unhealthy, food-like products (non foods). In grade school, did you ever do the science experiment with flowers and food colouring?

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Preparing and freezing meals ahead of time can be an easy way to save money and time. However, kids may be more finicky than adult eaters in your family, so it’s important to use recipes the whole family will enjoy. This simple casserole uses a number of affordable ingredients, rice, corn, black beans, and ground beef.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 22, 2019

Amazon is offering a deal for 70% off these convenient mini food storage containers ! capacity is the perfect size for homemade baby food , meal prepping, or even storing small craft supplies. Having things in the house that make it easier to make and store your own food is guaranteed to save you money. Portion control.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

For the past year or so, I’ve been doing a lot of research and have been picking my friends’ brains about health, wellness, and real food. One of the biggest myths about couponing is that there are no coupons for healthy foods. How to Save on Whole Foods. Thankfully, I’m always up for a challenge.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

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. A little up front planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you''ve been waiting for. 8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The goal is to be extremely intentional with our money, so we can put more toward our financial goals. We could really use an intentional month of frugalness to reset our mindset. In order to succeed with your money, you must spend time on your money–and that means writing a plan for your spending.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 31, 2019

For many, building a stockpile means buying lots of bottled water, batteries, and canned food in preparation for a snow storm or natural disaster. stock·pile – A supply stored for future use, usually carefully accrued and maintained. A stockpile can be a key part of saving money! Wait for Sales. So, if you have four $0.25

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Searching for information on food waste led me here. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s an embarrassing money mistake you’ve made? I have put money into learning various ways to make money. So, the money was wasted, maybe. But I did learn some things that I find I use today.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Where We Saved Money this Week: I spent last weekend freezer cooking 8 recipes. This process should help me save money and time on our groceries. I also used a gift card that I received LAST Christmas, making our drinks FREE. I signed up for Giant Food Stores email newsletter and received $5 off my grocery bill.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! You can use pre-printed grocery lists to keep inventory and add extra items on the side. Have a plan.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! You can use pre-printed grocery lists to keep inventory and add extra items on the side. Have a plan.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. Our financial goals are still important to us and we want to hit them regardless of the rising prices. Here are five ways that I saved money this month. Related reading: 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores.

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