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Originally Posted by homegirlbound
Ok, I've been clipping coupons for almost two years. I know when the sales hit, your supposed to buy in bulk on that sale. My concern is... I'm the only provider for my family and most of my money is going to the bills. What kind of shopping list do I need to have AND put food on the table.
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Ok...homegirlbound. I feel your pain. The best thing to do is to make a list and stick to it. Use your sales ads as a guide for your shopping and build your meal plans around what is on sale..
Set aside a certain amount with which to build your stockpile. Even if it's $10-$20 a paycheck... eventually you will build a fabulous stockpile.
I recommend evaluating your bills. What else can you cut out, reduce, or eliminate? Unplug everything that is not currently in use, or use a strip with a switch and flip it off. Revisit your car insurance bill, are you paying too much for "add ons" you don't really need?