Maybe you’ve noticed yourself overindulging a little too much when making purchases recently. It may have become such a habit for you, that you aren’t as conscious of what you’re actually spending your money on.
One minute it’s there, and the next minute it’s gone. And that’s the thing about money- it comes and goes. But if you cannot be spending as much as you have been, LifeDaily is going to teach you 10 Easy Ways To Cut Down On Your Spending. They are not going to affect you too much, so don’t get worried.
1. Buy all your go-to items in bulk
If you’re constantly repurchasing the same products all the time, it is safe to say they are staples in your home. For these things, it is best to buy in bulk, or when you see a sale.
2. Prepare meals for the week
Eating out, ordering take-out, or getting lunch everyday at work or school can definitely add up. You will save a significant amount of money if you prepare meals for the week at home, and the added benefit of this is that you will eat healthier, instead of being starving and eating the first thing you see.
3. Stop buying bottled water
Get a refillable bottle instead. Purchasing bottled water quickly adds up, and depending on where you go, just one bottle can be overpriced. Keep a refillable bottle handy and fill up when you can.
4. Sign up for customer rewards at the places you always shop at
I know, it’s annoying when people constantly ask you if you have a rewards card, BUT for the places that you are frequenting, it really helps to have a rewards or points card because it could save you a lot of money on your purchases. You may think that $5 here and $5 there doesn’t add up, but over time it really does.
5. Whenever you make dinner, make twice as much, and take it for lunch the next day
Make a little more food at dinner, and there’s your meal for lunch. You won’t even need to separately prepare lunch because it’s already there for you- easy as pie.
6. Stop making impulse purchases
Patience pays, and impulse purchases are the quickest way to spend a lot of money. I know it can be hard sometimes, but avoid making these purchases. If you are going to shop online, try ebates, as you actually get a check in the mail back for shopping there- I’ve seen physical checks my friends have cashed in from ebates.
7. Unsubscribe yourself from the stores that send you constant emails
Ex: “Spring Is Here- These Are The Must Haves You Should Have In Your Wardrobe!” If you are constantly seeing emails like this, eventually you’re going to cave.
8. Buy cards, and gifts supplies in advance
When you are running around trying to get a gift for someone, you will spend just about anything because it’s last minute. Many of the things you are purchasing are probably overpriced, so by buying gift supplies in advance and in bulk- like a pack of cards in bulk, you are saving yourself money and also a headache in the future.
9. Shop at different places for different things
Shop Costco or Sam’s Club for staples like milk, eggs, butter, cheese and sugar, and Trader Joe’s for inexpensive snacks- of course more speciality, but not bad prices there.
10. Have fun for less
Groupon has a lot of discounted activities to choose from, and other fun for less ideas include: breakfast and a movie: amc theaters offer $6 movies before noon, watch your old family videos, game night at home- and add silly bets to make it fun, find free events in your city by doing a quick internet search, or simply enjoy the outdoors by biking, running, or rollerblading.
These are just some easy ways to cut down on your spending, but there are a ton more! Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
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