Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 31, 2020

Welcome to my first “How We Frugal-ed” recap of 2020. Frugal living is NOT about feeling deprived. Frugal living is being intentional with our money and creative with our resources, so we have more to put towards the things that are important to us. We want to live WELL, on LESS Money. Meal Plan.

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January Frugal Green And Frugal Homemade 130

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Tell us a little about yourself My current lifestyle would probably qualify as frugal-lite compared to many others. I was a bit intimidated by this, but then I figured I probably wasn’t the only person out there who isn’t ultra-frugal at the moment. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? I quickly became a daily reader.

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Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 185

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Here’s how we frugal-ed our way through it. Frugal Wardrobe in November: I have a small bedroom closet, so I like to keep my wardrobe fairly lean, but highly functional. Frugal Kitchen in November: I stocked up on enough baking supplies at Wegman’s that should get us through most of 2021. a small gas fireplace: $100.

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November 2020 Frugal Old Navy 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

So I am declaring a Frugal February. The goal of Frugal February is NOT to feel deprived, . The goal is to be extremely intentional with our money, so we can put more towards our financial goals. 8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. 2 – Track your cashflow.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. The best thing you can do to save money on groceries is to cut back your meat consumption and increase the amount of vegetables you eat. expensive and B.

Saving Money 189

Saving Money Money Groceries Grocery 189

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2021

Finding extra money is a game for me. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. My total found money in April: $715.62. cashback from our travel rewards Visa.

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April Money Credit Cards Donation 130

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Megan emailed me a little nervously because she and her husband are not super-duper frugal. But this is “Meet A Reader” not, “Meet Only Super Frugal Readers” There are all sorts of reasons people hang out here, and some of those reasons have nothing to do with frugality. ? Me in one of my money mistakes!

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California Cars Car College 172

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

If you’ve read my blog, you’ve probably heard me say that our bills may not be negotiable, but our grocery receipts usually are. While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money.

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Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Food and Drink 246

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

But the truth is, we have the money. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. Dave Ramsey suggests in his book, The Total Money Makeover (affiliate link) , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. It is NOT a spending account.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2021

Finding extra money is a game for me. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. My total found money in May: $321.81. This money equates to about $36.67

Money 130

Money May Donation 2020 130

Couponing 101

JANUARY 26, 2019

“Manager’s Specials”, “reduced for quick sale”, “markdowns”, whatever your store calls them; they are great for saving money on groceries. There is the potential to save a lot of money if you know how to take advantage of these discounts. I think of it as a frugal Chopped challenge!

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 81

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week. so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL On LESS Money. Every Sunday afternoon, I plan the meals and do my grocery shopping for the week. My Favorite Recent Grocery Deals: 17 cents each!!

Frugal 100

Frugal Freezers Friends And Family Sale Financial Goals 100

Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The post How to Save Money From Salary Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Learning how to save money from your salary without sacrificing your lifestyle is a skill worthy of an entire course subject in the most prestigious of schools. I coupon and hunt for deals like a mad woman!

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Saving Money Money Saving Bills 52

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. How to Save this Week: Don’t miss the pre-holiday grocery deals. How did you live frugally this week?

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Frugal Fridays Financial Goals Homemade 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Being frugal these days is very important. With the skyrocketing prices of everything and the worsening inflation, saving money and spending wisely are vital to be able to live comfortably. It is not easy to be frugal and save money when you have a family that splurges and squanders. Being frugal is a family affair.

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Frugal Family Budgeting Budget 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Many of us are struggling to make ends meet (as in what’s at the end of the receipt meeting what’s at the end of your checkbook), and sometimes we discover that money for enough groceries to feed a family just isn’t in the budget. Can you really save money making your own stuff? Yeah, that will save you some money.

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Groceries Grocery Bills Used 252

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 28, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. How We Saved this Week: All of the meat that I used this week for my menu was from the markdown section of the grocery store.

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers 100

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Frugal Health Insurance Fridays 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Many people look instantly at their income as the source of their problems as soon as they are tight on money. Frugality may be just what most of us need. Here are five simple steps to achieve frugal living. List out all your expenses from groceries to utilities. Always make a list when you go to the grocery store.

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Money Cable Service Budgeting Budget 273

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I have (for many years) always wondered how to live frugally. I don’t remember if my family was frugal or not, most likely because I didn’t pay attention. As I grew older and had my own children, I thought, there has to be away to save money but never did learn how until I reached my late 30’s. Meal Planning.

Frugal 100

Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Teresa's Deals

AUGUST 24, 2015

If you are like me, you are always looking for ways to save money. You can save money in so many different ways from food, entertainment to travel and so much more. Personally, I do many of these to save money and the benefits are wonderful. I have found many ways to help you save money from other bloggers in this roundup.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Money Saving Bills 100

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I have (for many years) always wondered how to live frugally. I don’t remember if my family was frugal or not, most likely because I didn’t pay attention. As I grew older and had my own children, I thought, there has to be away to save money but never did learn how until I reached my late 30’s. Meal Planning.

Frugal 100

Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

The more of your hard earned money you can keep in your wallet, the more you have for things you need and want. I’m always looking for a new way to save money, so I love reading other people’s tips on how they save extra cash. Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. by Koupon Krazed.

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Saving Money Frugal Money Thrifty 71

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: David Bakke enjoys living frugally in Atlanta and frequently shares his best financial tips and experiences on Money Crashers , an online resource ranked as one of the top personal finance blogs online. In fact, it’s easy to lose money in an attempt to be frugal. Sacrificing Ethics.

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Frugal Personal Finance Frugal Life Money 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Even so, after spending hundreds of dollars on food on my trip to NYC, I began to look more into saving some serious money on dining for my next trip. Grocery Shop. Go Frugal'

Saving Money 187

Saving Money Money Food New York City 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

We learned what grocery stores to shop at to get the best deals. We learned how to stretch our money in Chicago, and we were fairly good at it. Recently we just relocated to Tucson, Arizona, and we’re finding that in some ways we need to start all over learning to be frugal in a new town. Make our own laundry detergent.

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Frugal Chicago Curves Tucson 165

Couponing 101

MAY 23, 2012

Here’s an easy little frugal tip to help you save money on groceries when you shop, and it doesn’t even involve coupons! Check out how to avoid common spending traps at the grocery store. Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Do you avoid most of these? Did you learn anything new?

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Frugal Groceries Grocery Storing 89

The Frugal Girls

JANUARY 1, 2024

You won’t believe how much time and money you’ll save each week! Whether you’re looking to save time in the kitchen or save money on your grocery bill, these Easy Meal Prep Ideas will change your life! appeared first on The Frugal Girls.

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Meals Bills Kitchen Saving Money 65

Teresa's Deals

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

If your like me, you are always looking for ways on how to save money for the Holidays. How To Save Money For Christmas. These are the tips that we use on how to save money for Christmas. These are the tips that we use on how to save money for Christmas. How to save money before Christmas.

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Saving Money Money Christmas Saving 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. As I mentioned in previous Frugal Fridays , our main heat source (gas fireplace) was out of commission for several weeks. Cheap turkeys.

Frugal 100

Frugal Cheap Fridays Win 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. Well, I can tell you a number of ways to save money on household expenses. Saving on Grocery Bills. If so, you are paying extra money. Get back to normal.

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Saving Money Money Bills Insurance 222

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

The proverbial saying ‘money doesn’t grow on trees’ is used by many a parent in denying some wished for item to their children. Well, kids, your parents lied to you – money does grow on trees. A money tree starts out growing slowly, so small at first that you don’t even think it is there.

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Virginia Money Real Estate Growing 160

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

I am a big believer of spending money on things that make you happy. It’s fair game if you aren’t going into debt over it and if you are still able to put money aside for emergencies, retirement, and to meet your goals. There are certain luxuries, however, that that just aren’t worth your hard earned money. Go Frugal'

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Money Cars Car Laptops 184

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

The more of your hard earned money you can keep in your wallet, the more you have for things you need and want. Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. Energy Saving Tips for Summer by The Frugal Mom. Grocery Savings Tips by Mission To Save. Grocery Savings Tips by Mission To Save.

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Saving Money Frugal Money Thrifty 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Because so many people are living on incomes that cannot support their spending habits; living on borrowed money, moving money from account to account, buying, spending, hiding the bills, and eventually the ‘dog of debt’ will catch up to you and bite you right in your credit report. What does that mean? Companies downsize.

Saving Money 221

Saving Money Money Budgeting Budget 221

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. Smart Grocery Shopping. Cutting down on meat as well will help you further reduce grocery expenses and maintain a healthy diet. Buy Used Textbooks.

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College Saving Money Money Student 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2012

It cost over $1000, so when we went to go out for our Friday night dinner (we hate cooking on Fridays), we decided to stay in to save money. We had already picked up some snacks and candy at the grocery store because the movie theater snacks are so expensive, so we wanted to do something. Is Borrowing Money Ethical?

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Frugal Wine Saving Money Money 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 271st Festival of Frugality-10 Movies, 10 Lessons Edition. Some people take spending and greed to a limit they shouldn’t and others become so extreme in frugality that they forget to enjoy living life. This week I have included some movie clips of the 10 best movies about money and what they taught us.

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Frugal Movies Finance Bills 150