25 Tips that will save you MONEY!
Delay any use of major appliances until after 8pm. Many utility companies offer cheaper off-peak prices. So save those laundry loads for later if you can.
Sell your unwanted items on line. Ok, so this isn’t saving money but could potentially make you some money. There are several sites out there to help you get rid of all sorts of items, give it a try.
Quickly repair leaky toilets, faucets, showerheads, and anything that you find that’s leaking water. It may just be a drip but it will add up.
Close blinds and curtains at night to help stop drafts and hold in your heat.
Turn down your thermostat by 1 or 2 degrees. You may not even notice the temperature change but you can add up the savings.
Buy LED bulbs. They do cost a bit but in the long run they really do pay for themselves.
Leave a room, turn out the light.
Wash your clothes in cold water. With today’s detergents it really doesn’t matter, but will save you money.
Use a timer in the bathroom to cut down on lengthy showers.
Use Consignment and Thrift shops for affordable clothes. You really will be surprised by what you can find.
Hang your clothes on a line to save money from not using the dryer.
Bake and prep food in batches. Make food for the week and freeze. This can help cut down on costs from eating out, plus you get to eat healthier.
Buy in bulk when you can. Obviously only buy bulk of items you know you use a lot of.
Purchase and can or freeze fruit and vegetables in season. This can save you loads of money each year.
Use parks and things around you for your own personal gym. A search online can tell you the workouts you need to do and then just improvise. Don’t pay for gym memberships.
Plug small appliances and other small electronics into power strips. Flip the switch to off when not in use to eliminate “Phantom Loads.”
Adjust your computer’s settings to allow it to go to “Sleep,” when not being used.
Ride a bike or carpool. Saves you money, gives you exercise, and helps the environment.
Save all your errands for one weekly trip. Make a list, pick a day, and save cash.
Bored? Need a day out? Check out your own community and have a staycation. Art centers, community centers, Libraries, these are all places to explore and you may discovery tons of very cheap or free activities.
Want to learn how to play a piano? Offer in trade a skill you know and see if you can barter.
Start or find a Barter Club. A place where everyone has a skill or knowledge and are willing to trade for services, product, knowledge, etc.
Get rid of TV? Yes, cable is very expensive. Check out the internet for alternatives like monthly subscription plans that stream many of your shows without the large monthly costs.
Check out prepaid phone services. Many times these can be better than other phone plans. I pay $45 a month and have unlimited everything.
Give homemade gifts. Crafter? Baker? Cook? Make things. To me, a homemade gift has so much more meaning, like how much time and thought that go into each item
