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FIfty Financial Tips (Part 3)
Posted on Nov 16th, 2009 at 3:57 PM
We asked our Stewardship Team to put together a quick list of fifty simple steps we can start considering as individuals and families over the next couple of months as we prepare for a full-scale implementation of the 2010 Radical Experiment. We’re also working on one-day financial seminars as well as extended classes you might be able to attend in order to really begin saving, spending, and most importantly giving sacrificially in the days ahead. We’ve looked at getting a godly view of money and practical planning tips in previous posts. Now here’s 14 steps you might take to start simplifying how you spend…
Establish Frugal Habits
17. Clip coupons. Try www.couponmom.com, www.couponsuzy.com, or www.hotcouponworld.com.
18. Recycle and reuse.
19. Re-evaluate your entertainment choices. Visit the library for free entertainment. Use Red Box movies at Walmart or visit the Dollar Theater. Consider reducing or eliminating attendance at sporting events (Friday night football, college football).
20. Visit garage sales.
21. Shop off brands or discount retailers.
22. Do your own yardwork.
23. Stop going out to eat. Bring your lunch to work/school.
24. Pay bills online to avoid postage expense and the cost of checks.
25. Drink only water at restaurants.
26. Bunch your travel or errands in order to save gas.
27. Form a supper club instead of going out to eat. Share money saving ideas with the group.
28. Buy kids' clothes on clearance in the off season for the next year.
29. Use best price finder sites for items (www.shopzilla.com, www.froogle.google.com, www.bizrate.com).
30. Buy generic food brands, buy what’s on sale, buy a less expensive version (i.e. hamburger instead of steak), buy store brand items.
Comments
I think most of the finantial tips are quite good, but I would be careful with cheap clothes: Many brands - especially the "cheap" ones - use child-labour based industry in those countries that need our help. Saving money by supporting this system isn't really helpful. I think it is important to keep an eye on the "bigger picture"! Supporting the fair trade is also a way to live a "radical" life!
Posted on Dec 21st, 2009 at 5:57 AM by unknown
the hole in our gospel, this is a difficult and hard book to read. remember the poor and read this book !!!
Posted on Jan 12th, 2010 at 9:31 PM by unknown
At my church in PA we recyle soda cans. There are several large plastic drums in the parking lots where people drop in cans. It raised $4,000 for missions last year.
Posted on May 24th, 2010 at 10:56 PM by unknown
As a resource for very challenging reading, I recommend: The Hole in Our Gospel, by Richard Stearns. I have been reading it along with listening to David's sermons and challenges. Very compelling stuff. I'm in for the radical experiment. I am so glad you are having this link on line. Some of my family and friends think I am losing it! I hope so for the Lord and the poor! Pam
Posted on Nov 18th, 2009 at 6:10 PM by unknown