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The "Save 12k in 2020" Thread!
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On the face of it we collectively saved 62% of our collective target in 2020 but if we remove all of the people who never posted a saving after setting a target (I think £568,340 with a manual tot-up) it is very close - Well done everyone!Save £12k in 2026 #2 I have banked £2870.61 so far, against a £10k target The 2026 Save £12k in 2026 thread is here
OS Grocery Challenge in 2026 I am sticking with a £3000 annual budget for 2026 - currently £568.34 and most of my March purchasing made
I also Reverse Meal Plan on that thread and grow much of our own premium price fruit and veg, joining in on the grow your own in 2026 discussion thread
My keep within our budget diary is here4 -
I think it looks fab - I mean, look at all the green on it! Well done everyone

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