Having just a few changes in your routines can help you save a lot of money. Here are a few ideas that are pretty simple, yet can make a big impact!
Pack a brown bag lunch. What’s a few dollars a day you say? Well, a five dollar lunch each day for a year equals about $1,300 – enough money for an “okay” down payment on a car. So if you are spending more than that, imagine what you could do with that money instead!! Along those lines, why not save money and lose weight by letting go of all of those sodas and drink water instead! It’s better for you, and costs less!
Become a “power nazi”. Growing up, most parents get on their children for leaving lights turned on even tho they aren’t in the room. Now that you are older and have a house your own, you may begin to understand why. Switch off lights as soon as you leave the room. Or, if you are in the room, during the day, why not open a few blinds and let in some sunlight! Change your computer settings for optimum balance between power savings and practicality.
When it comes to your budget, if you don’t use it, save it! Some people feel like if they saved money with coupons and sales, then they could buy just that much more stuff. But then again, did they really need the extra stuff? Instead, put your savings into your savings.
Can you think of some more ways to save money and maybe even a little time? Share them in our groups such as It’s Time To Budget and Financially Frugal Families! Blown your budget? Confess it to us here, we’ll understand!
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November 24th, 2008 at 11:33 pm
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I must say, I am always looking for ways to save money and these def get added to list. Glad you found me!