At some point in August I thought about having some sort of “no spend September,” but I never really got around to making plans around that or talking to my husband about it. As a result, it has very much been a spend September. We had to make a few unexpected purchases, but thankfully, we were able to move money around in the budget!
If you don’t have a budget, then you probably will want to start there. See my post on how to start a budget!
If you do have a budget, then here are some things to think about as September comes to a close. Your mileage may vary, but I hope this helps you be more intentional with your money.
End of the Month Budget Questions | September Budget Recap
Did you actually track your spending?
If you did, great job! If not, what kept you from doing it? There are a lot of great programs out there like You Need a Budget and Every Dollar if you’re looking for a digital option.
I recently learned about an app called Honeydue that can be helpful for couples to manage money together. It might be worth checking out!
How much did you spend last month?
I think it can be helpful at this point in the year to look at total spent each month and see how it compares. Overall, September was a lower spending month for us, which I’m not upset about!
One big purchase we did make this month was a new bed frame and mattress. Sleep is so important, and our old bed frame broke and our old mattress was on its last legs. We decided to go ahead and upgrade to a king bed, and while we did get a good deal, it was still not something I had been planning to buy this month.
Will you be planning to spend more or less on a certain category in the coming month?
My favorite way to use candles is in a candle warmer lamp! Right now you can grab this one at Amazon for just $13.79 (reg. $33)
Go ahead and pick up some fall scented candles to go with it!
Get the deal
GODONLIF Candle Warmer Lamp – $13.79 (reg. $32.99)
after 31% off coupon
Yankee Candle Spiced Pumpkin Candles – $16.11 (reg. $19.97)
Yankee Candle Sugared Cinnamon Apple Candles – $16.11 (reg. $21.95)
Yankee Candle Balsam & Cedar Candles – $16.11 (reg. $21.95)
Save on Klondike Bars! Use an Ibotta rebate with a Kroger eCoupon this week to snag a fun frozen treat for just $1.49 after cashback.
Kroger Klondike Deal (ends 9/29):
- Klondike Ice Cream Bars, Select Varieties, 6 ct, $2.99 with eCoupon, limit 5 per transaction
-$1.50 off Klondike Bars or Sandwiches, any 4 or 6-ct, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app
(makes it $1.49)
Find more current Kroger deals!
If you are pondering joining a warehouse club (a really great idea for your budget) here are all the current new membership deals running!
As far as the clubs go, the prices are very similar so go with the club that is the most convenient for you.
Sams Club
Get a one year membership for $25 this week only. Regularly $60 a year, this discount ends on 9/30 and I expect it to not be this low again until January.
Sam’s runs instant savings deals throughout the store that give incredible prices on paper goods, cleaning supplies and groceries.
BJ’s Warehouse
Get a BJ’s Inner Circle 1 year membership for only $10 (reg. $55)! This includes a second free membership for a household member. You’ll also get 20¢ off per gallon of gas on your first fill up at BJ’s gas stations.
Of all the warehouse clubs, BJ’s is the only one that accepts manufacturer coupons.
Costco
Costco is offering a up to a free $40 Cash Card when you sign up for a new Costco membership!
Kohl’s Rewards members, go shop at Kohl’s to score epic deals on LEGO sets when you stack a coupon offer with Rewards and Kohl’s Cash back!
Here are the offers to stack:
- TOYS10: $10 off a $50+ toy purchase, includes select LEGO (exp 10/4)
- Earn 3x Kohl’s Rewards on all purchases thru 9/27.
- Earn $10 Kohl’s Cash back for every $50 spent thru 9/27
Must be logged into your Kohl’s rewards account to redeem the toy coupon and earn rewards.
LEGO Deal Ideas
LEGO Marvel Avengers Endgame Final Battle Building Kit – $79.99 (reg. $99.99)
-$10 off $50 in toys when you log in
+ $25.75 in Kohl’s rewards backmakes it $44.24!
LEGO Bluey Bluey’s Family House Building Kit – $55.99 (reg. $69.99)-$10 off $50 in toys when you log in+ $10.35 in Kohl’s Rewards backmakes it $35.64!
LEGO Friends Plant Café & Flower Shop Building Kit – $79.99 (reg. $99.99)-$10 off $50 in toys when you log in+$10 in Kohl’s Cash+ $15.75 in Kohl’s Rewards backmakes it $44.24!
Shipping is free on orders of $49+ or choose store pickup where available. Read More→
For a limited time, shop at Walmart and score $3 in Walmart Cash when you buy two Oral-B Essential Clean Toothbrushes, making them FREE plus $1.06 moneymaker!
Even better, we also have an Ibotta rebate for $3 when you buy two. Ibotta and Walmart Cash deals can’t be stacked, but you could grab this offer a second time for another moneymaker!
Walmart Oral-B Money Maker Deal (ends when offer expires):
Buy (2) Oral-B Essential Clean Toothbrushes, 97¢ ea.
-Get $3 Walmart Cash or $3 Ibotta rebate
Final cost FREE + $1.06 profit
See the full Walmart Ad for more great deals.
It’s a great time to score deals for fall! Right now you can head over to Carter’s and grab baby clothes and kids’ styles for up to 50% off sitewide.
Whether you’re shopping for fall baby clothes, picture outfits, or holiday clothes, Carter’s sale is a great place to find affordable baby clothing deals.
Deal Ideas:
Baby Multipack Bodysuits $12 (reg. $34)
Fall Outfit Sets $9 (reg. $24)
Baby Zip Up Hoodie $12 (reg. $24)
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is free when you use your Carter’s card or when you spend $50+.
Shop the sale at Adidas and save up to 50% off fall styles. Score great prices on running shoes, training gear, jerseys, and more!
No code necessary. Prices are marked.
Deal Ideas
Women’s Cloudfoam Flex Slounge Shoes – $33 (reg. $65)
Women’s Essentials 3-Stripes Track Suit – $42 (reg. $70)
Men’s Trefoil Essentials Woven – $35 (reg. $70)
Shipping is free for AdiClub members (free to join).
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Want to stock your freezer with treats for these last warm-weather days? Get a great deal on Talenti Gelato at Kroger! Load an Ibotta rebate and use it with an eCoupon to pick up pints for just $2.49 each.
Kroger Talenti Deal (ends 9/29):
- Breyers Ice Cream, 48 fl oz, Talenti Gelato or Sorbetto, 16 fl oz,, $2.99 with eCoupon, limit 5 per transaction
-$1/2 Talenti Gelato or Sorbetto, any, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app
makes it $2.49 each
Check out more great Kroger deals.
