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Q&A | cinnamon, SIM, jeans, and grocery spending

The Frugal Girl

I am not trying as hard to save money on groceries as I used to Back in the day, I definitely worked harder on my grocery spending than I do now. Do I have the mental space, time, and motivation to do that right now? But at this point in my life, I’m not prioritizing that as highly. Could I get it lower?

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Day 3 of 31 Days to Slash Your Grocery Spending: Organize your Refrigerator/Freezer

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31 Days to Slash Your Grocery Spending. So blare some fun music to get you motivated, because TODAY, we’re cleaning out the refrigerator and freezer. You will need to work fast on this challenge so foods aren’t sitting on the counter too long. When was the last time you cleaned out your refrigerator.

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Our 2023 Financial Goals

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There are ways to reduce the costs by pursuing scholarships, starting at a community college, and working while studying. By planning our expenses each month to predict cash flow, I hope to avoid impulsive purchases and reduce some spending. After our mortgage, grocery spending is our next largest expense.

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Christmas Savings Club | June Meeting

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We''ve been working towards a goal of a cash Christmas since January and it''s not too late for you to join in. 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. Or challenge yourself to reduce your grocery spending by your shortfall.

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How to Achieve Your Financial Goals (tips from the achievers)

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Their 2017 goal is to boost their savings rate and get their expenses down to $30,000 a year as they work towards financial independence. They’re still working on developing their goals for 2017. What need are you trying to fulfill by over spending or shopping? Her 2017 goal is to earn $10,000 a month in online income.

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Introducing the 2015 Choose Thrift First Challenge

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In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. That’s motivation to take some time to scour Craigslist and some local second hand furniture stores this week.

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Take Control of Your Money in 2015

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Although it will take hard work and sacrifice on our part. In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. Hot Work at Home Jobs for 2015 | Holly Hanna @ The Work at Home Woman.

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