The Budget Diet

DECEMBER 23, 2023

You’re in luck! This clever video shows you how to whip up a festive and scrumptious spread using only items from the Dollar Tree, and the best. Ready to spread some holiday cheer without stretching your wallet? Read more The post Affordable Christmas Brunch: Create a Breakfast Board for Only $15 ?

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For the Mommas

MARCH 11, 2023

Your Guide to How to Coupon at Target Read and save our comprehensive guide on how to coupon at Target and save money. Whether you’re a seasoned couponer or just getting started, this guide will help you take advantage of all the savings opportunities available at Target.

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Koupon Karen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

From understanding your legal requirements to exploring cost-effective options, this how-to guide aims to demystify the process and empower you in making a sound and economical legal decision. Use these meetings to assess their understanding of your situation and to obtain transparent information about their fees and billing practices.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2020

They’re less expensive than boneless, skinless chicken breasts and won’t dry out while cooking. They cook easily and can be used immediately in recipes or freeze for future meals. When I have enough to fill a soup pot, I make a big batch of stock using my recipe: How to Make Chicken Stock. Details below.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2018

When you finally decide that you’ve found “the one” and you’re ready to splash out on an engagement ring, you want to make sure that you choose the perfect stone. Unfortunately, a lot of us assume that we can’t afford to buy a diamond – when that isn’t always the case. Try Shopping Online.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2014

But before we start cooking the beans, they need to be re-hydrated. There are two methods to re-hydrate dried beans: Quick Soak: Spread 1 lb (2 cups) of beans on a rimmed cookie sheet, pulling out any pebbles. How to Cook Dried Beans on the Stove Top. Carefully drain and beans are ready to use. Beans are ready to use.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 21, 2020

Let me show you how to create a Family Balance Sheet. If it’s updated regularly, you will always know how much you OWE and how much you OWN. You’ll know how much is in your checking and savings accounts and your retirement accounts. I STILL use our spreadsheet today. It’s time to change our mindset.

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Koupon Karen

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

But with a little planning and some savvy budgeting tricks, you can ensure you’re financially ready to welcome your bundle of joy. That means you can often find gently used baby items in excellent condition for a fraction of the retail price. If you’re crafty, consider sewing or knitting some items yourself.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

It’s easy to lose hope, particularly when money is tight and you’re desperate to find a new job, but it’s important not to let the strain of the experience get to you. At the same time, you’ll need to make sure that you compare your options online using sites like Readies.co.uk 2. Stay Organized.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

You may already be asking yourself: How can I start my own business with no money? Here are the essential steps on how to start a business, from choosing the right business idea, creating a solid business plan and structuring your company to opening a business bank account and choosing the right accounting software.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2013

I told her that I loved to log on to my online banking to plan how to allocate my money. Even when you are using your own PC, log out of your accounts after using them. Use Only Your Personal Computer. You’re making it easy for them. My coworker shuddered. “I don’t “do” online banking.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 25, 2018

If you do any shopping online, whether it’s at a department store, discount store, travel, or vacations, you are leaving money on the table if you’re not shopping through an online portal, such as Ebates. I use it on almost every online purchase. If you’re going to shop online, do yourself a favor and join Ebates.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Knowing how to calculate your home’s value with the help of online tools and trained professionals better prepares you to buy, sell, refinance, tap into your home’s equity — or even negotiate lower property taxes. Use online valuation tools Searching “how much is my house worth?” online reveals dozens of home value estimators.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. Learn How to Sew. Getting Started.

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Koupon Karen

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Whether you’re looking to refresh the exterior or revitalize the interior, a fresh coat of paint has the power to enhance the aesthetics and value of your home. Additionally, accurate measurements and surface evaluations are crucial in preventing material wastage and ensuring an efficient use of resources.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Look no further if you’ve ever wondered how to make herb butter. Learning how to make herb butter is incredibly easy! There are tons of options, and it’s a great way to use up herbs that are getting ready to spoil. For this recipe, I used rosemary, sage, basil, and tarragon, but here are a few more ideas.

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Living Rich with Coupons

APRIL 22, 2024

My favorite Freebie, and easy pickup if you’re already going to CVS! Once you have uploaded your photos, select size 8×10 quantity 1 and use coupon code 810FREE24 at checkout – limit 1 per customer How to do. Great gift idea! Get a FREE 8×10 Photo Print at CVS. Read More

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Couponing 101

APRIL 8, 2020

The CDC recently recommended the use of cloth face coverings in public areas as a way of reducing the spread of the virus. You can make face masks with materials you probably already have on hand, and you don’t need to know how to sew. Leggings – Many tutorials use old leggings to make face masks. No-Sew Face Mask.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 10, 2020

These tips include the following: Wash your hands frequently using soap and water. Having an adequate supply of your prescription medications, pain killers, and any other over-the-counter medications you use might prevent you from needing to go to the store, thus reducing your exposure to individuals who may be ill.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

I’m going to show you how to make sausage balls that are a total game-changer. I knew I needed sausage, and I knew I wanted to use Italian sausage, but that’s all I had. How to make sausage balls with ricotta: Preheat the oven. Use a cookie scoop to form little balls. Use full-fat ricotta. It matters.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

Sure, Chicago and the surrounding suburbs can be ridiculously expensive, but we learned how to cut costs. It was not unusual for us to fill up the gas tank only once or twice a month. We learned how to stretch our money in Chicago, and we were fairly good at it. The locals can be full of information about how to save money.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 19, 2020

And if you’re working from home for the first time while also trying to care for your children, that learning curve may seem insurmountably steep. While you’re setting a schedule, don’t forget to include breaks. The post How to Successfully Work from Home with Kids appeared first on Couponing 101.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

In such situations, it all comes to you to make sure you are using the devices responsibly. We hope you enjoyed reading these tips on how to save electricity when you’re working from home. The post How to Save Electricity While You’re Working at Home appeared first on Prairie Eco-Thrifter. Tax Returns.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

If you need to find some wiggle room in your budget, or combat the rising grocery prices, or maybe make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to reduce what you’re spending on groceries…and still eat really well! How to Save Money on Groceries.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Using the government-mandated AnnualCreditReport.com website is the quickest way to get them, but you can also request them by phone or mail. Your credit reports are a detailed record of your past use of credit — but they do not include your credit score. Here’s how to use AnnualCreditReport.com.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Homemade ranch dressing mix is quick and easy, has better ingredients, and you can use it for much more than just salad dressing! If you’re still buying those store-bought packets, here’s your sign to immediately stop and make your own! I wanted to create a recipe using ingredients that most of us already have on hand.

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Living Rich with Coupons

APRIL 8, 2024

My favorite Freebie, and easy pickup if you’re already going to CVS! Once you have uploaded your photos, select size 8×10 quantity 1 and use coupon code 810PRINT at checkout – limit 1 per customer How to do. Great gift idea! Get a FREE 8×10 Photo Print at CVS. Read More

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 19, 2016

And you wonder “how to clean a washing machine that smells bad?” Use vinegar to remove any that you find. See article: how to make homemade vinegar fabric softener ) of choice, and the inside of your washing machine will not need to be cleaned as often. It is easy. It is frugal. it is Old Skool and you know what?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 2, 2014

In addition, you’re left with the burden of proving you are really you and that you didn’t charge up thousands of dollars. Use cash only? If you prefer to use credit cards for the convenience as well as the credit card rewards, you may instead choose to freeze your credit. How to Thaw Your Credit.

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Living Rich with Coupons

APRIL 1, 2024

My favorite Freebie, and easy pickup if you’re already going to CVS! Once you have uploaded your photos, select size 5×7 quantity 2 and use coupon code 2FREE24 at checkout – limit 1 per customer How to do it: Click Sign In. Always a favorite deal from CVS! Get 2 FREE 5X7 Photo Prints at CVS. Read More

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 2, 2014

Plus, they can do the laundry while they’re working. After all, you’re the only one making decisions and accepting jobs. For many who work at home, using social media is part of the job. Try this, and you might be surprised how much you’re able to recharge during that time. Take a vacation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 15, 2014

Of course, it likely won’t meet all of your vegetable needs even during the summer months, but you’re meeting some of your needs. Not only are we eating local and organic, but we’re also eating in season, which is an important aspect of living off the land. Here are some ideas that may work for you: Grow a Garden.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2014

We’ve used a variety of CSAs, and the difference between farms is often surprising. How to Find a CSA. Determine What You’re Looking For. We used to get a CSA where we picked it up at the local farmer’s market every week. How Much Variety Are You Looking For? How Clean Is the Produce?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

You’re supporting local farms and, as a huge bonus, sometimes the farms support u-pick options as well, so you can visit the farm and see how the food is grown. Farmers don’t need to use as many pesticides as a result. Don’t Shop at Organic Grocers. Organics are never purely organic.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Christmas Trees and Lights in the UK has some great ideas on how to turn a white Christmas into a green Christmas… Buy Smarter Look for locally made gifts at craft fairs and boutique shops. Where possible, try to avoid gifts that use batteries. There’s a lot of discussion about the etiquette of re-giving an unwanted gift.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

But understanding how bull markets, bear markets and all conditions in between affect your portfolio — and how to handle them — is crucial to your long-term success. “You absolutely must have a proven, reliable method to accurately determine whether you’re in a bull or bear market. ” William J.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 12, 2016

How to Use Pinterest to Save Money on Groceries. Use Pinterest to Search by Ingredient. Honestly, Pinterest is the only search engine I use when I’m looking for recipes. Also, if you have an odd ingredient and you’re not sure what to do with it, simply search the ingredient in Pinterest’s search bar.

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