2016: A Year of Financial Growth and Success

Thank You, Everyone, For Your 2016 Support

You might not think that frugal and finance belong next to each other, but things start to ease up when you have control over your money situation with a plan.

Money pressures don’t have to rule your life, but to change that awful feeling, you must endure some of the toughest decisions you may ever have to make.

This past year, I’ve been fortunate to chat with many fans of this blog about their financial situations, answer questions, and offer tips.

I even spent hours creating budgets for those who did not understand, even when I had no time to spare. I care.

2016 CBB Honours Around The Web

In 2016 I was honoured to be featured a few times over at The Globe and Mail, The Brighter Life and Rockstar Finance.

My posts have been showcased all over the personal finance world by bloggers sharing and you the fans spreading the word. I thank you for that support.

How to curb holiday debt hangover– The Brighter Life/Sun Life Canada – January 4, 2016 (no longer accessible)
How to include Fresh Produce in your diet when prices are high– The Globe and Mail Online mention by Rob Carrick- June 2016
Why You Should Always Say YES to your Grocery Receipt– The Globe and Mail Online mention by Rob Carrick- June 2016
How Not To Slaughter Your Personal Finances This Holiday Season– The Globe and Mail Online mention by Rob Carrick- Dec 7, 2016

Thank you to everyone who mentioned Canadian Budget Binder at your workplace, colleges, universities, banks, real estate, etc.

I appreciate your support for our little big family at CBB.

The Plutus Awards 2016

Just recently, Canadian Budget Binder was nominated again as one of Canada’s Top Personal Finance Blogs for The Plutus Awards.

I honestly never thought my blog would make it to the top again with so many amazing Canadian finance bloggers on the block.

Thank you for your support, fans, because this would never happen without you.

This little big blog that will be 5 years old next month started as a place for me to chat about our money, and it’s turned into so much more.

We see a passionate community of like-minded people who I’ve come to look forward to chatting with daily and opening my email to lend an ear.

Grocery Game Challenge 2016

The end of the year also signifies the Grocery Game Challenge (GGC) 2016 will end.

This year has been wonderful with many returning fans challenging their grocery budget.

We still have a few weeks to post, but I’m confident the CBB family will reach our goals.

Next year, we will see an increase in our grocery budget as our son sometimes likes to eat, too.

I’m also thrilled to see new participants who have been very happy with their grocery shopping results since posting in the GGC.

This little gang of GGC savers has become like family to me and the What’s For Dinner gang on my Facebook Page.

I enjoy being as active as I can with the fans of this blog and encourage you all to speak up.

Join the Grocery Game 2017, which will start in January.

I’m thrilled to say I’m looking forward to 2017 and its challenges.

A huge shout out to Big Scoots for a fantastic blog hosting service because without a great host, your blog suffers.

So very happy I switched.

Building A Canadian Finance Community

You might not connect with every story I write, but you might connect with me, and that’s what I’m trying to carry out.

This is a personal blog, which means I talk about real situations, whether it be my own or from fans who want their story heard and seek opinions.

I want to build a community that is unafraid to speak up and understands that support systems are available when money situations aren’t favorable.

Money affects every aspect of our lives, so this blog is not just about what’s in your bank account.

It tumbles over relationships, investments, travel, and much more.

It’s a binder filled with money situations looking for answers.

We need to stop money-shaming people who think they are less than equal just because they don’t earn enough, have too much debt, or are struggling to pay the bills monthly.

Lift your head up, push forward with a survival charge, and win your money fight.

Living in Canada has become a dream come true for me, but I sure as hell work my butt off to keep a roof over my family’s head.

Never give up. There’s always a way.

This is my last full Saturday Weekend Review for 2016.

Much love to all, and here’s to an even better Financial 2017!

Mr.CBB

Making a Difference (MAD)

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Welcome to the 2016 Making A Difference series! Join the networking movement of Personal Finance Bloggers around the world.

If you are a personal finance blogger and would like your blog to be featured, drop me an email.

Look at the 45 personal finance bloggers below who entered the 2016 Making A Difference Series.

It was a pleasure to chat with all of you and get to know your blogs.

I hope that you all have continued success on your journey to wherever it takes you.

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CBB Published Posts

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If you have a question you would like to ask me, fill out the Contact Mr.CBB form on the blog home page, and I’ll do my best to reply to each question.

If you would like to share a story via a Fan Question, please ensure that there are a minimum of 500 words and lots of details…we love details!

Contact me for more info at canadianbudgetbinder@yahoo.ca

Top Post This Week: How much should my grocery budget be?

Spotlight on Finance

an investment in knowledge pays the best interest

This doesn’t need much explanation apart from never stop learning about your financial situation.

Frugal Recipe Box

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Food is a big part of any budget and a struggle for so many people, so I’ve created frugal recipes for my family and yours for many years.

I have a second Facebook page called The Free Recipe Depot, where I exclusively share recipes from Food Bloggers worldwide.

Since we are officially in the Christmas Holiday season, I’ll share festive recipes for December.

I found this popular recipe for Christmas Crack Toffee over at IheartNaptime.

With thousands of shares on Pinterest and by the looks at how delicious this looks I’d say it’s worth giving it a shot.

It’s the perfect frugal Christmas baking I’ve seen so far.

Frugal DIY Crafts

Another big craze this winter is the crocheted messy bun hat or ponytail hat, which many people are trying to get their hands on.

Knitters are being kept busy with large orders for these hats, perfect for those with long hair.

These are unisex hats, and my wife has just ordered a few from a lady we know who makes them.

She’s paid $15 a hat and plans to give it to her sister and friend as a Christmas gift. Custom, homemade with love.

The hard part about having long hair, Mrs. CBB says, is that when you put it in a bun, it’s hard to fit in a hat.

Over at YarnBallin, you’ll find links to get patterns for these messy bun hats.

Search Term Giggles

kermit the frog — Google Search Terms for Canadian Budget Binder

Always begin and end your day with a SMILE!- Mr.CBB

Most times funny, Sometimes serious.

Is marrying for money a wrong reason?– Do you even have to ask?
Why can I not call 4449999333 from the UK? I changed the number. Are you asking about your computer?
Making a million in asphalt sealing: You do what you must.
How many renovations can I get for $25,000?– It doesn’t work that way, I’m afraid.

That’s all the fun for this week, thanks for dropping by and we’ll see you all again next Saturday!