Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2015

At one time, we ate out every Friday night and again on Saturday and Sunday for lunch. Those days are long gone for us now as we’re working hard to cut corners and save money. But we still want to enjoy a meal out and do so about once a week, usually for lunch. 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Years ago when I worked in retail buying I went out to lunch just about everyday–not the best habit to fall into. If I use an average of $7 a day and multiply that by 5 days a week and multiply that by 4 weeks a month, the monthly total for lunch was about $140–and that’s being conservative–YIKES!

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2016

Rice and beans are two inexpensive ingredients that people equate with frugal cooking and boring recipes. The Frugalwoods Rice and Beans Lunch Recipe – The Frugalwoods couple makes this recipe on Sunday and they eat it all week for lunch. Grilled Chicken & Black Bean Burritos from Passion for Savings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 9, 2012

The constant average price for a breakfast or lunch at any of the facilities we visited was around $8 a person (for burgers and fries). How did you save money? Frugal Date Nights It doesn't matter if you are newly seeing someone or a long time married couple, romance needs to be nurtured. Coffee was generally $2.25

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

20 Tips for Frugal Living. Living frugally allows you to not only spend less than what you earn, but also allows you to earn less. You can use the difference in income to pay off debt, save or invest. You have more options with a frugal lifestyle. Here are 20 Tips for Frugal Living that still allow you to enjoy life.

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Couponing 101

MAY 26, 2012

Somari e-mailed in a great frugal tip. We could all use a reminder on this very important way to save money on groceries without even using coupons: “Once a month I check out the circular from two of my local supermarkets. I make up a monthly lunch and dinner menu according to what’s on sale. Thanks, Somari!

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Couponing 101

JULY 26, 2011

This post is 5 simple ways to help teach our children to save money so they don’t become a statistic. The following five tips on “How you can teach your kids to save money” will help you educate them: Teach Kids to Save Money Tip #1. Teach Kids to Save Money Tip #2.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 27, 2011

It goes without saying that taking the most direct route to work is most cost-effective, fuel-wise… but planning your commute to enable timely stops to the market or to pay bills on your way to or from work can save money as well. Set it up the night before, to save time. Know Your Strengths… and Weaknesses. The Buddy System.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

My #1 tip for trimming grocery spending is an easy one: Serve simple, frugal, scheduled meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Saving Money - In the Kitchen'

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 8, 2011

Saving Money as the Host/Hostess! Dinner/Lunch. Saving Money As a Guest! So, now you know what you can do to save money when throwing a party. So, now you know what you can do to save money when throwing a party. Can you save money? Party Ware. or 2:00 p.m.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 26, 2012

We prefer going for lunch on Saturday or Sunday, which also saves money since lunch is cheaper than dinner. Growing up, my Dad always took the family out on Friday nights. It was something I looked forward to all week and is a tradition that I carried on…with a few changes.

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 29, 2012

Pack a Lunch – I recommend packing an ice chest and having a picnic in the parking lot for lunch and/or dinner. Make it a fun lunch. If their lunch is filled with fun things they picked, they might be more excited about trekking out to the parking lot for lunch. I’ll share Ways to Save at Sea World!

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

I’m regularly asked how to save money on produce. My husband takes fruit every day in his lunch, and I love to cook with fresh veggies and herbs, so we go through a ton of produce in our house! Here are a few things I personally do to save. How do you save on produce? You might also like: Frugal & DIY'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 29, 2014

Opt for Lunch Specials. Midweek lunch specials are a great way to enjoy dining out without the night and weekend pricing. Save the Drinks for Dessert. How do you save when eating out? 7 Ways to Save Money When Dining Out Save Money and Time with Once a Month Cooking Stop Eating Out!

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Read 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat for how I consistently spend less on meat purchases. these 15 tips to save money when eating out. Sunday: After church we went to lunch with my extended family to celebrate my mom’s birthday. Not very frugal of me. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds.

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Finally Frugal

JANUARY 19, 2011

Here are my five top tips for bringing a frugal mindset to the grocery store: 1. If you know that you're going to be home for dinner five nights out of seven, and that you want to bring your lunch to work every day of the week, spend some time cruising the recipe websites to find recipes that you know you'll use. Make a list.

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Fashion Without Guilt

AUGUST 10, 2009

Appointing a Day for Buying Lunch - Eating out is one of the biggest expense on everyone's list, including mine. Guilt as Charged) Designating a day to buy lunch out will cut down on your unnecessary expenses and build towards a more financially stable future. Check out Frugal Tip Monday- Online Grocery Store.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2011

Also, thanks to My Personal Finance Journey for including my post, The 30K Challenge: Online Money Bloggers in the Yakezie Carnival.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

I packed food for breakfast and lunches, but we did go out to dinner on both nights…did I mention we spent the entire weekend at a pool…restaurant budget blown! Monday: I made a new recipe, One Pan Lime Chicken & Rice with Black Beans from my 20 Frugal & Tasty Beans & Rice list. Wednesday: Spaghetti night.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 30, 2023

I like to take a little walk during my lunch breaks whenever possible. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? I found the blog looking for frugal recipes. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s your best frugal win? When I was younger, I used to stay in youth hostels to save money.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

We all like a little splurge now and then, but why not save 50% to 90% the next time you get a pedicure, get a massage or watch a movie! Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. Buying a lunch each day can be pricey, even if you are finding a good deal. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 20, 2014

It shouldn’t come as a surprise I have been doing this as frugally as possible. For its price, it makes the perfect light lunch. More Disney articles you may like: Disney Disney - Saving Money disney food' Throughout this thrifty eating journey, I have found some fantastic options, and I wanted to share them with you all!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

Believe it or not, there are lots of ways to save money, no matter how much of it you have- or don’t have. I myself struggled for many years paying my own bills, but have since found numerous ways to save money. I have been able to save on things like food, gas, and clothing. Stop buying lunch every day.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

We all like a little splurge now and then, but why not save 50% to 90% the next time you get a pedicure, get a massage or watch a movie! Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. Buying a lunch each day can be pricey, even if you are finding a good deal. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

We all like a little splurge now and then, but why not save 50% to 90% the next time you get a pedicure, get a massage or watch a movie! Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. Buying a lunch each day can be pricey, even if you are finding a good deal. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.

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Saving Everyday

JULY 11, 2014

It shouldn’t come as a surprise I have been doing this as frugally as possible. For its price, it makes the perfect light lunch. More Disney articles you may like: Disney Disney - Saving Money disney food' Throughout this thrifty eating journey, I have found some fantastic options, and I wanted to share them with you all!

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Related Reading: How to Save Money on Groceries. Add up how much you are spending in the morning and you’ll see how much you will save for your fund, and maybe that will give you the inspiration to skip the AM drive-thru. 5 – Brown bag your lunch. An easy lunch idea in one word: leftovers!

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Saving Everyday

MAY 10, 2013

1 – Lunch at California Pizza Kitchen – Get a Save $10 on (2) entrees through 4/13 – Some pizzas are as low as $10.75, so you could share a pizza and the free dip and eat for less than $15 with the tip! Always drink water to save money. Frugal Tips & Tricks frugal tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2011

Managing Money. How to Save Money shares with us how we can keep our finances safe when buying items online. Sweating the Big Stuff tells us about 5 people that can save us money, time and stress. Live Real, Now tells us how we can save money on anything from bills to insurance. Going Frugal.

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Saving With Shellie

JUNE 25, 2014

Also try to find one that includes free breakfast, that is a great deal of savings right there. Use AAA, AARP, Military, or Company Discounts - If you belong to any of the discount programs they are a great way to save money on tickets. The post 10 Ways To Save at Amusement Parks appeared first on Saving with Shellie™.

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 20, 2016

and we all know how much we LOVE saving money!). no fair but they took Kroger coupons and we all know that there are not that many ‘Kroger Store Coupons’ You can also combine a coupon from another store with a Publix coupon for extra savings on just one item. So in a nutshell, you are getting the same product (i.e.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

I volunteer at my kids’ school at lunch time and other events. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? How did you get interested in saving money? I think I’ve always liked to save money. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? Why do I want to save money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 1, 2012

Another thing you can do is have your wedding in the morning or afternoon where you won’t be obliged to provide lunch or dinner. 5 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Well love is in the air and wedding season has arrived. You can choose to serve more chicken and pasta dishes instead of beef or lamb.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? How did you get interested in saving money? I was born frugal, into a super frugal family. What’s your best frugal win? What’s the easiest/hardest part of being frugal? Is there anything unique about frugal living in your area?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2014

If you’d like to take an easy step to go green and save money in the process, the first place to make changes is in buying disposable items. Because that’s all we knew, they became the norm. However, a generation or two ago, disposable items were less common. Disposable Kitchen Items. Start in the kitchen first.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Readers get multiple questions to choose from, and AF chose to answer the “What’s a funny frugal story?” How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? How did you get interested in saving money? What’s your best frugal win? What’s the easiest/hardest part of being frugal?

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 18, 2015

You’ll save money, yet still have 4 hours to enjoy the park. Picnic lunches and food are not permitted inside the park. Phoenix, Arizona — Saving For Someday. Fresno, California — Living A Frugal Life. Atlanta, Georgia — Pretty Frugal Diva. Portland, Oregon — Frugal Living NW.

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