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. Be smart at the grocery store and you’ll save more than you expect. Buy Used Textbooks. Smart Grocery Shopping.

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College Saving Money Money Student 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 18, 2011

We often approach goals as a chance to change. Setting a goal is our chance to finally save that money, lose that weight, or exercise more. Having a new goal is great in the beginning because there is nothing like the feelings of excitement of finally making a positive change in your life.

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Goals Motivation Work Budgeting 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 27, 2011

To keep things simple and save money, have your ceremony and reception in the same location. Not only does this save on transporation but it also keeps it easy for guests. Apart from running smooth, we also saved money by getting a deal since we were booking up the venue for a number of hours. Please share.

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Wedding Saving Money Money Hotel 160

Couponing 101

JANUARY 6, 2012

Did you know that meal planning is one of the keys to saving money on your grocery bill? Using coupons will save you money at the register, but using your food wisely is going to save you money as well! I’ve broken down the goal into several more specific ways to achieve this goal: 1.

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Saving Money Meals Money Menu Planning 98

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2021

After writing some financial goals that had a lot to do with researching topics, such as retirement and college savings strategies, I realized that maybe my word for 2020 was READ. Read: My 2020 Financial Goals. Of course, 2020 brought us a pandemic and a lot of free time. I want to INCREASE our savings and net worth.

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Debt 2020 2019 Financial Goals 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Author Bio: Most other Bloggers in the field of Personal Finance discuss their “Goal of obtaining one million dollars” or their “journey to financial independence and freedom.” Join us on our journey at www.brokeprofessionals.com. Join us on our journey at www.brokeprofessionals.com. Saving Money on Everyday Products.

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Saving Money Money Fair-Trade Saving 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

But, with each of the above, you lose the use of that money and often have little chance of even getting it back, let alone making it grow. We could take on debt to grow using other people’s money. Sure, we aren’t getting much money, but mortgage lenders are also experiencing the lowest rates in decades.

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Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

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. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts?

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Friends And Family Sale Library College Cars 192

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

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. Our goal is to NOT put our Christmas purchases on a credit card.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

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. Good for you guys.

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Money Kids and Family Frugal Parenting 194

Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

In order to keep from going bankrupt from shopping at Whole Foods, I’ve really had to become creative with saving money on groceries! Now that I’ve learned a few ways to make this healthy lifestyle work, I’ve made a goal to eat whole, unprocessed foods in 2012 while sticking to a modest grocery budget.

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Whole Foods Saving Money Money Food 94

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

I don’t recall why I never used the account, but I guess it just slipped my mind. 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.

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College Used 2020 Saving 130

Penny Pinchin' Mom

JANUARY 16, 2024

However, if you have been following me, you know that I am quite serious about finding ways to not only get out of debt but also how to create a budget (and stick to it) as well as how to save money without necessarily depriving your family of the quality of life they deserve. Again, you’re not alone with this problem.

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Personal Finance Finance Tips Finance Mom 52

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. lined paper. calculator.

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Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Goals 133

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Bankrate’s AdvisorMatch can connect you to a CFP® professional to help you achieve your financial goals. But here’s the point: The plan needs to provide the path for you to meet your financial goals, including helping to motivate you. Need expert guidance when it comes to managing your investments or planning for retirement?

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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. I use this spreadsheet. To be honest, we set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. Consider tutoring.

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Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

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. Winner Winner FREE Chicken Dinner! Got Bacon Fat?

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July Frugal Credit Cards Donation 130

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. Happy 4 months til Christmas!

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August Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds.

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Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Tacos 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds.

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Budgeting Budget 2017 Home and Garden 100

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 6, 2016

To place a bet, just choose how much weight you want to lose, how long you think it will take to do it.and how much money you’re willing to bet. After you write out your profile, healthy wage will calculate how much you’ll win if you meet your goal (if fail to meet it and you forfeit the money you bet … ).

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2016 Goals Motivation Healthy Choice 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 13, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably recently, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. Wednesday: I used the Instant Pot to make meatloaf and mashed potatoes. These posts will help: How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Using Coupons. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds.

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Budgeting Budget Homemade Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt. Start by categorizing where you have been spending money. Use this to develop a budget & determine where you will cut back. (If Use cash system with envelopes for your over spending areas.

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Debt Free Debt Mom Goals 235

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Yep, we’re newlyweds and eloped together in December 2013. What are the top 3 – 5 ways you found money to put towards debt. I started Careful Cents and used that as a platform to find freelance writing opportunities. Aside from the normal saving money ideas, I started bartering for extra services that I needed.

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Debt Debt Free Financial Goals Goals 227

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

Swap with another family who could use a date night too. Get out on the Rail Trails – Rail trails are old railway lines that have been converted to multi-use paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, and/or light motorized traffic. 8 Summer Date Night Ideas – Need a sitter? 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Home and Garden 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 31, 2020

They’re so easy. We each eat a half of potato for dinner and then I have 2-4 baked potatoes left over to use in other ways during the week, such as mashed or in quesadillas. Shred the chicken and use immediately or freeze. ALSO, I also strained the liquid that was left in the slow cooker to use in recipes.

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January Frugal Green And Frugal Homemade 130

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds.

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Budgeting Budget Freezers Kids and Family 100

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

No matter how much money we’re bringing in, just about all of us feel as if we could stand to cut down on our spending and put a little bit more money into our rainy day fund. Saving money doesn’t mean that you have to drastically change the way that you live your everyday life.

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Money Goals Kids and Family Saving Money 40

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

In September 2019, my husband and I accomplished our biggest financial goal in our almost 20 years of marriage. This side hustle income was mainly used for the fun stuff, such as camping, home renovations & repairs, and needs for our kids. We’re STILL here! In 2020, we still use and are thankful for Medi-share.

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Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

Savings Corner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Activating and tracking categories might be too much of a hassle for some students brand new to credit cards, but if you’re up for a little work, the rewards can be handsome. Among the situations in which good credit comes in handy: Borrowing money. Read our review. Read our review.

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Credit Cards Student Credit College 52

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 25, 2019

Did you use cash or put your purchases on a credit card? It’s so easy to get caught up in all of the bargains that stores throw at us in November and December. ” If they’re paying cash, life is good. To reiterate, by February 25, create your budget, divide by 10, and save your first month’s goal. .

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 7, 2015

We ended up using my remaining collage savings to pay that off. We did follow Dave Ramsey’s plan – we’re still following it as we save for the future. I taught coupon and frugal living workshops and put any donated money toward the mortgage. And it saves on gas too. Become a hermit.

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Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 23, 2013

On Sundays, we’ll meet here to catch our breath, and let everyone know how we’re finding our $1000. 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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Lunch Lunches Finds October 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

We live in metro Phoenix, in a 70s tract house that we’ve been gradually re-doing. No, although we inadvertently used the debt snowball method without having heard of it. We used my app to track our progress while we were paying off our house, and of course I ran a zillion different scenarios. So we both handle the money.

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Financial Goals 236

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

The Goal of the Grocery Budget Challenge is to be creative with our meal planning and grocery shopping so that we do not over-spend. I did something different this month and used cash instead of my debit card. I found it easier to keep a tab on my grocery spending and I’m going to continue to use cash.

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Budgeting Budget February Groceries 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2012

By doing this you don’t only help everybody on the globe by using green energy , you also help yourself. Fossil fuels continue to ruin our environment, and as they are also running out it is time for us to understand how we can use renewable energy for all of our business and home needs. That’s not good enough.

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Home and Garden Fair-Trade ReNew Office 181