We've started a new month and technically a new quarter so I thought I would share my 2011 Savings so far!
Shelf Cost: $2168.27
Coupons: -498.07
Sales: -719.03
Saved: $1217.10
Spent: $998.72
% Saved: 56.13%
Budgeted: $850.00
Variance: ($148.22)
These numbers include all items needed- produce, meat stock-ups, household products, personal items, vacation groceries, a birthday party, a holiday dinner, Super Bowl etc... basically everything! Not too shabby for a family of 4 with 2 children that are now eating like adults. 90 days into 2011= $11.10/day for all meals and items needed for a family of 4!
I was impressed- Mike was skeptical. Really? I asked him if he was serious... we don't eat poorly- we eat pretty darn good! I reminded him that in the last 90 days- we've stocked up on so many household items to last at least the next year like dish washing tablets, laundry detergent and such. We handled big events, trips and a birthday party! I am very impressed considering I know the majority of folks go into the grocery store and spend $1000.00 without a second thought in 3-4 weeks!
Are you skeptical of these numbers? Are you wondering if we miss out, go without or eat poorly? The answer is no and if you want to do this- I can help you! (I sound like a Baptist Preacher at 12:04pm on a Sunday! LOL) Webinars make it easy to talk and my going rate these days is pretty good considering! :)
So, the numbers for 1st quarter are good- now we face the rise in grocery prices but will also see where we can save in other areas and add the garden plus creative savings into the formula for the rest of 2011. I'll keep you posted and share how we are making it work! Our savings report is showing that whether we believe it or not- we are rocking it!
How are you saving? Please share!
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