Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2021

Finding extra money is a game for me. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. My total found money in April: $715.62. In April I redeemed $439.62

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

What is a money market account? A money market account is a deposit account that shares some checking and savings accounts features. Money market interest rates are comparable to those found with savings accounts, with the best money market rates around 0.50% APY or higher.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Looking for ways to save money on groceries? These are strategies I use weekly to keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. How to Save Money on Groceries. That is a lot of money, so I plan our meals. of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste. Utilize the Freezer.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

But the truth is, we have the money. Our emergency fund has saved us countless times and it will save us once again with the truck. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. 2 – Decide where to put the money.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

Today we’re meeting an Oregonian who does an impressive amount of homesteading. Tell us a little about yourself! My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. How did you become interesting in saving money? Hello, everyone!

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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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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. The good news is that with strategic planning and smart choices, it’s possible to save money on house painting without compromising on quality.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

If you’re like me, you are always looking for ways to save money, even if it’s only a little bit each week or month. These tips on how to save money by greening your wardrobe will really help you to keep those extra dollars in your pocket. This was certainly not a good use of my limited clothing allowance.

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Saving Money Green Money Clothing and Accessories 249

Couponing 101

JANUARY 28, 2019

It not only helps me cook up unique and delicious recipes, it enables me to easily make large batches of them, saving me time and money every week. They’re feeling and cheap when you buy in bulk! Definitely recommend going to your local market and buying them in bulk to use throughout the winter months.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

If you’re anything like me, you’ve most likely found yourself sucked into the wonderful world of Pinterest at least once. But did you know that Pinterest is also a fantastic resource for saving money? Has it helped you save money? Are you a fan of Pinterest? If so, how?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 9, 2014

Considering we’re only about half way done with winter, there’s still likely much more cold headed our way. If you’re looking for ways to save , one of the easiest ways is to look around the house to find places where your home is leaking money. Doing so will keep cold air in and save you money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2014

In the personal finance world, it’s common to focus on all the small ways you can save money each day. The idea is that small savings add up over time. Cut out that $5 premium coffee from your weekday routine, and you could save $100 per month, $1,200 per year, and $12,000 after 10 years. Insurance Premiums.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 26, 2019

When I looked back at the last three months, I realized my resolution for saving money was not on track. So starting on April 1, I’m holding myself to a strict spending limit using the envelope budget method. I recommend choosing the category where you currently spend the most money every month.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 29, 2012

Hair can be a big money suck, especially if you have long or sensitive tresses. Now, if you’re not blonde, you may not know what naturally blonde hair entails. I know it’s not just blonde hair that is picky, but regardless of your hair type, you can save money by doing the following things.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

From a money-saving and environment-friendly perspective, this may be the most obvious solution to making room in your budget in an eco-conscious manner. Simply by agreeing to receive the bills digitally, a person can create room in their budget and help save some trees with one click! Transportation. Outdoor Entertainment.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

So often, being environmentally friendly and saving money go hand in hand. Here are some simple things our family does to be more environmentally friendly and to save money: 1. We live in the city, so we’re not allowed to hang our laundry outside. Don’t wash clothes until they’re truly dirty.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 1, 2017

I’m not advocating anyone to over-spend or buy things that we wouldn’t normally spend money on this month and holiday season, especially if we don’t have the funds. However, December is a great time to find deals on basics, food, and things that you might need and/or use throughout the year. Save on Christmas Cards.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used. Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. Buying used is one way to increase the sustainability of your life. Are you too proud to buy used jewelry?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

While the cost of living in our new town in Pennsylvania is higher than we experienced in Utah, we are actually saving money each month due to downsizing. We have a smaller place, and we use less energy to keep it comfortable. But you don’t have to downsize to an apartment for these savings. Maintenance and Repairs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

According to the Department of Energy, the biggest draw on your home energy use comes from heating your home - Almost 45% of the overall cost! Even better, there is a way to extract that heat from the warm earth and use it to heat your home. The collector system costs money, how much depends on many factors.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 18, 2019

If you’re big on saving money, you probably already buy things in bulk. After all, it’s the most expensive part of most families’ grocery bills, so why wouldn’t we save as much as possible on it? I soon learned that buying the larger package could save me a lot of money!

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Sliding down the slopes is exhilarating, but watching the money blow out of your wallet may not be quite as thrilling. However, that doesn’t mean you have to forgo your ski trip altogether to keep money in your wallet. These nine easy tips can help you save money on your next ski trip! Don’t Use High-End Gear.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Not only do I save a significant amount of money, but I also keep those still useable items out of the landfill. I’m in good company with my love of all things used. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.”

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Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 28, 2016

Saving Money at Starbucks : I love Starbucks (hate the lines, but then again, who loves the lines? Here is a list of ways to save money at Starbucks: Get the Starbucks app: once you get the app, sign-up for their My Starbucks Rewards program. After the balance is out, load more money into it, by using the Starbucks app.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 12, 2016

I have caught myself spending way too much time perusing the pins and boards in awe the laundry room as big as my living room and the Frozen birthday party ideas that must have taken 4 months to plan, but for the most part it has been a huge asset in my money-saving tool box. How to Use Pinterest to Save Money on Groceries.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

.” However, if you’re on a tight budget, the holiday season may seem more stressful than joyful. These eight ways to save money on holiday gifts can keep more money in your wallet. Shopping sales is one of the most obvious (and fun) ways to save money. Stack Savings. Save Your Receipts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Even so, after spending hundreds of dollars on food on my trip to NYC, I began to look more into saving some serious money on dining for my next trip. Grocery Shop. Go Frugal'

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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. Hello, 2020.

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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. Commute By Bike.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 20, 2014

We all put up with things that irritate us, sometimes due to general inertia, other times to save the cost of fixing. How much do you tolerate to save money? After all, there may still be useful life left in it, no reason to trash it just because one little thing goes wrong. Money Tips' Why tolerate broken?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

To learn to live within your means is one of our primary family money values. Helping the parents teach my grandchildren to save is an ongoing project of mine. Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Try these four tips to save money with your Instant Pot. While you’re at it, check out our 10 Money-Saving Instant Pot Recipes to get started! Save Your Scraps for Broths. Every time you cook, you might be throwing away ingredients you could still get some use out of. Avoid Eating Out.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

In fact a lot of the things you can do to stay green actually save you money in the process. To me it’s a no brainer; be green and save money in the process… why wouldn’t you?! Here’s some top ideas to save you money and ease your conscience: Waste Less Food. Use Less Energy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 28, 2014

The gel cost less than $5, and in a year, I’ve only used 1/3 of the bottle. If I’d just embraced my curls earlier, I could have saved myself hundreds of dollars and endless hours of time. It’s the way people used to live, and many of them were more financially stable than Americans today. Go Frugal Go Green'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2013

Here are the ways I found to save at Silver Dollar City. How to save on tickets to Silver Dollar City. Finding significant savings on entrance fees was quite a challenge. Tickets for $30 each, but valid only for use on Thursdays. Instead we paid $180 – a savings of $136. How to save when you are in the park.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 28, 2012

Plus, green cars tend to help you save money on gas, right? However, sometimes a green car won’t save you as much as you thought. Consumer Reports recently analyzed 2011 models of green cars, and their “non-green” counterparts to get an idea of what is likely to really save you money.

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Cars Car Green Money 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2014

While most people think of eating out as a way to relax and save time, they typically don’t account for the time it takes to drive back and forth to the restaurant as well as the time to order, sit and wait for the food, and eat. We used to love eating out, but as our family grew, so did the expense of eating out.

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