The challenge for this week was to create a Grocery Price Book. Not to difficult right? But why on earth would I want to write down the price of everything I buy? Well I will tell you why because then you know when items you buy frequently hit rock bottom prices. Now who wouldn't want that info? I certainly would because if I know when it is going to be the cheapest I can maybe live without it for a week or so right? Beth tells us that most items go on sale in 6 or 12 week cycles. When items are at rock bottom that is when you can stock up on those items especially items you use a LOT.
Beth has some awesome suggestions in her post about the price book. She being the crazy organized person she is created a spreadsheet that she generously shares with us all. You should definitely check that out.
For now I am just using a notebook and making notes of what I am buying and what is on sale at that time. Once I have a few weeks down I am going to attempt the spreadsheet. They scare me you see...
As always check out our facebook page for more great info on how to get your budget in shape.
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On another note I am starting to see some real savings at the grocery store. Last week I shopped the sales and used my coupons. I spent $74 and saved $79. I always do a little happy dance when I save more than I spend. I am sure the people in line behind me enjoy this as well haha! Oh I also got $7 back in vouchers for my next shopping trip. That is my favorite part as well. So really last week I made money at the grocery store. Well almost.... haha!
Beth has some awesome suggestions in her post about the price book. She being the crazy organized person she is created a spreadsheet that she generously shares with us all. You should definitely check that out.
For now I am just using a notebook and making notes of what I am buying and what is on sale at that time. Once I have a few weeks down I am going to attempt the spreadsheet. They scare me you see...
As always check out our facebook page for more great info on how to get your budget in shape.
![Boot Camp Participant Button](http://ingoodcents.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/Boot-Camp-Participant-Button-150x150.png)
On another note I am starting to see some real savings at the grocery store. Last week I shopped the sales and used my coupons. I spent $74 and saved $79. I always do a little happy dance when I save more than I spend. I am sure the people in line behind me enjoy this as well haha! Oh I also got $7 back in vouchers for my next shopping trip. That is my favorite part as well. So really last week I made money at the grocery store. Well almost.... haha!