Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Our goal is to NOT put our Christmas purchases on a credit card. Hopefully, that’s your goal too. To be honest, we set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. I had no emotional attachment to any of it and I was happy to make that money right before the holidays.

Christmas 235

Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 25, 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. Our monthly goal is $100. On with the meeting.

April 100

April Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. My monthly goal is $100. I added the check to our savings. You have 2 months to find some cash money.

2019 100

2019 October Club Christmas 100

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. Our monthly goal for Christmas savings is $100.

August 100

August Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 14, 2014

By the end of the month, my goal is to help you have a detailed financial plan for your family. The holiday season is just around the corner, and along with the festivities comes the gift buying frenzy. Do you save money every month for your gift spending? Have you started planning for Christmas gifts yet?

Finance 100

Finance Giving Organic Organization 100

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 17, 2012

They are already well on their way to a donation goal of $100,000! I just love when using coupons has benefits beyond saving money! Hopefully your holiday events will be stress-free and full of family fun – no matter what you cook! This blog post is part of a paid SocialMoms and José Olé blogging program.

Meals 104

Meals Holiday Donation Dinner 104

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 4, 2016

For me the new year’s reality sets in the first Monday after the holiday. This year, we took a long break over the holidays to travel to see friends and family, so today has been a shock to my system. We have new financial goals for this year. We have new financial goals for this year.

2016 100

2016 Money Financial Goals Debt 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2019

I promise I won’t start reciting Christmas carols, but while the holidays are still somewhat fresh in our minds, I think it would be a good idea to start planning for Christmas 2019. And if you paid cash for Christmas in 2018, but want some encouragement to save for this year, this club is for you too! Did you over spend?

2019 100

2019 Club Christmas 2018 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Right before the pandemic started, I opened 529 College Savings Accounts for our daughters. My oldest was in eighth grade and one of my goals for 2020 was to start saving consistently for both daughters’ college education. My Upromise strategy will help with our goal. Hello, 2020. What is Upromise?

College 130

College Used 2020 Saving 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2013

a "I don't have to worry, because I've saved money" Christmas. Step 3: On the 25th of each month, we will be meeting (via a post) to discuss whether we hit our savings goal for the month. Each month, we'll come up with some unique ways to find/earn/save money to put towards our Christmas Savings Account.

2013 113

2013 Christmas Club January 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

Did you make 2018 financial goals ? My husband and I discussed some ideas over our holiday break and we decided on 2 solid must-achieve financial goals for the year. If we complete them early, we’ll move on to 2 additional goals that are on our radar. Apply any Found Money to our Goals. 2017 Update.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 3, 2013

Our goal with the Christmas Savings Club is to save enough cash to achieve a Cash Christmas in 2013. Too many people rely on credit cards to carry them through the holiday spending and January ends up being a very stressful month when those credit card bills start rolling in. Thanks for reading.

Budget 100

Budget Budgeting 2013 Christmas 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 18, 2019

A lot of life happened over 7 years and our plan changed slightly, but our goal remains to achieve complete freedom from debt. Our 2019 Financial Goal. After years of scrimping and saving and not spending extra money on things, we have achieved the biggest financial goal we have ever set for ourselves in our 19 years of marriage.

Debt 100

Debt 2019 Financial Goals Emergency Fund 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 10, 2013

One of my goals for Family Balance Sheet for 2013, is to get back to posting more money saving tips to help my readers (and myself) reduce our grocery bills. How to Save Money at the Apple Orchard. Cut out the crap, save the dough. Stock up and save with pre-holiday grocery sales. Produce Tips.

Economical 100

Economical Money Saving Grocery Groceries 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November, I'm holding a viral meeting for the Christmas Savings Club , a monthly accountability to help us save for a cash Christmas. As outlined in the first post , your goal this past month was to create a budget for your Christmas spending. My monthly goal is $100.

Christmas 127

Christmas Club Goals Budget 127

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

My husband and I made some serious financial goals for 2014. To achieve those goals I need to review our spending to see where I can make some cuts. If I don’t plan our meals and my shopping list, I spend too much money and make too many extra stops to the grocery store during the week. Meal Planning Saves Money.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 22, 2013

Encourage your kids to save money if they want to buy something they like and to not spend more than their budget allows. For example, if your kid wants a new bike, tell them to save toward a goal and that you’ll match them if they reach it. Should We Be Teaching Kids To Save Money? Money Tips'

Money 234

Money Kids College Tuition Kids and Family 234

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 25, 2011

Maybe an end to global warming would be your goal. Maybe you can conduct a power audit on your home to find ways to cut your power usage to save money and reduce your carbon footprint. Align yourself with people whose vision of a perfect world is similar to yours and work together to achieve your goals. Please share. .

Goals 181

Goals Gratitude Kids and Family Home 181

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Money Q & A: Top Ten Money Questions People Always Ask – Find out the most popular questions that people are always asking me. Saving Money Today: A Tree Smashed Through My Roof and I’m Lucky – I can’t believe how lucky I feel that a tree fell through my roof and did $9,000 in damage.

November 188

November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188

Koupon Karen

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Whether for birthdays, holidays, or knocking out weekly shopping, finding ways to save money without compromising treats and essentials offers welcome budget alleviation. Beyond sheer savings from discounted sticker prices, embracing couponing promises positive personal progress through pocketbook and community payoffs.

Discount 40

Discount Finds Codes Used 40

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 14, 2013

This month, I am challenging myself to try to squeeze some extra money out of our grocery budget to put towards our goal of finding $1000. How to Save Money at the Apple Orchard. Stock up and save with pre-holiday grocery sales. After-Holiday clearance sales aren’t just about gift wrap.

Grocery Spending 113

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Finds 113

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

I post about ways to make money (such as surveys , Swagbucks , and mystery shopping ) as well as ways to save money ( free samples and store sale matchups like Publix and Walmart ). My ultimate goal is to help you keep more money in your pocket!

Swagbucks 45

Swagbucks Flashes Goals Publix 45

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Related Reading: How to Save Money on Groceries. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out. Put the money in your emergency fund instead. If you have a big financial goal, think about how much you pay someone to do something that you are capable of doing yourself.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Put the money saved into your emergency fund. But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money when Eating Out.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

A budget could help you avoid late and insufficient funds fees, find money for an upcoming trip or expense, and ease a disagreement over finances in a marriage. Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. Budgeting is a lifelong habit.

Budget 133

Budget Budgeting Financial Goals Goals 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Thinking about saving money, traveling the world, investing in the market, or starting a new job? Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! You may need to spend some time writing down your goals and/or expectations for retirement, but asking the questions is where everyone begins.

Credit Cards 220

Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2011

Not Made of Money tells us how we can save for our vacation ahead of time. We have been saving for our Asia trip for the last year or so so that we can pay cash for all of our expenses. The Greenest Dollar shares with us some clever ways we can save money. Why not max out your savings?! Going Frugal.

January 124

January Emergency Fund Personal Finance Finance 124

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2012, I'm holding a viral 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. My monthly goal is $100. March's Assignments.

February 100

February Club Christmas Goals 100