60 ways to save money
60 ways you can spend less and save more
14 Nov 2022
The cost-of-living crisis is affecting many people across the country and is no different in our town. With energy bills going up and inflation still very high, costs are rising for everyone.
While saving more and spending less is a good mantra at anytime, it's rarely been more appropriate. That's why in our 60th year our team have put together 60 suggestions about ways to save money:
Suggestions 1-30
1) Turn your central heating down
2) Be mindful when filling the kettle, only fill with the water you need
3) Get tax relief when working from home
4) Review your phone contract, look around to see if you can get a cheaper deal
5) Pick your working spot wisely, pick the room easiest to keep warm
6) Remember to switch things off when you’re finished
7) Use alternative phone call methods
8) Think about your clothes, do you need them all?
9) Move bank accounts to take advantage of perks and earn more interest
10) Turn off the television
11) Stop collecting, and start selling
12) Sign up for every free customer rewards program you can
13) Make your own gifts instead of buying stuff from the store
14) Master the 30-day rule
15) Write a list before you go shopping – and stick to it
16) Invite friends over instead of going out
17. Repair clothing instead of tossing it
18) Don’t spend big money entertaining your children
19) Negotiate rates with your credit card company or complete a balance transfer
20) Clean out those cupboards, perhaps you can sell a few things?
21) Buy video games that have a lot of replay value – and don’t acquire new ones until you’ve mastered what you have
22) Drink more water, save on soft drinks and beverages
23) Avoid convenience foods and fast food
24) Quit smoking
25) Make a quadruple batch of a casserole
26) Turn off the lights
27) Install CFLs or LEDs bulbs wherever it makes sense
28) Install a programmable thermostat
29) Buy quality appliances that will last
30) Clean or change out your car’s air filter – reduce your mileage
Suggestions 31-60
31) Stop using credit cards altogether
32) Plan your meals around supermarkets offers
33) Do a price comparison – and find a cheaper supermarket
34) Avoid stress-spending
35) Do a “maintenance run” on your appliances
36) Cancel unused club memberships
37) Buy used when you can
38) Remove your credit card numbers from your online accounts, reduce the temptation to spend impulsively
39) Give the gift of labour – help others with babysitting/ taking care of friends pets and help each other save!
40) Do holiday shopping right after the holidays
41) Try generic brands of items you buy regularly
42) Stick to reliable, fuel-efficient cars
43) Avoid hanging out at the shops, avoid temptation to buy things you don't need
44) Master the 10-second rule – do you really want this?
45) Create a visual reminder of your debt, use it to track your progress to zero
46) Eat breakfast – usually a cheaper meal which means spending less on lunch
47) Don’t fear leftovers: see them as an opportunity for an extra meal
48) Make your own lunch
49) Learn how to dress minimally, pick clothes that mix and match well
50) Inform others that you’re trying to cut down on spending to manage expectations socially
51) Try to fix things yourself rather than buying new stuff
52) Invest in a deep freezer
53) Inflate your tyres – save on mileage
54) Start a garden, grow your own fruit and veg
55) Take public transport, save on petrol and parking
56) Cut your own hair
57) Carpool, share the driving and the costs
58) Buy in bulk, spread the cost
59) Eat less meat – save on the food shop and be a little bit healthier
60) Review your company benefits/perks, they could save you mone
If you have any questions regarding your tenancy, please contact us.
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