You cannot afford to mindlessly wander through the grocery store putting food in your cart any longer. You have to plan ahead, shop for great deals, stock up when things are on sale and yes, clip coupons.
11 Smart things to do with your money this year – #6
For the first 11 days of 2011, I’ll be sharing 11 smart things you should consider doing with your money this year. Each item should take no more than 2 hours, some considerably less.
Strategy #6: Never pay retail.
Shoes and stewardship
“Honor God, save for tomorrow and live the very best life you can on what’s left over.”
Once-a-month household planning
When I’m doing financial coaching with a family, I encourage them to do all their budgeting, bill paying, grocery shopping and meal planning only once a month. People usually look at me like I’ve lost my marbles but this is how I run my busy home. It works, it saves a ton of time and it also saves a ton of money. Here’s why: Statistics show that the average American spends about $10 in unplanned, discretionary purchases every time they go to the store. If you go grocery shopping once a week and add in the weekly Target run, that’s at least $80 a month you’re spending that you shouldn’t.