Did you guy catch yesterday’s part one post on 30 ways to save money? It’s day two my friends, time to talk a little bit more about all of the ways that we can save money for our families.
If you think of some great tips for saving money that you use and I haven’t posted, please feel free to share. I am always willing to look at different ideas. Until then though, here are the second 10 of the 30 different ways to save money:
- Write out a grocery list. It’s way too easy to be tempted to buy stuff that you see as a good deal, or heaven forbid you go grocery shopping when you are hungry (never a good idea). Write out a grocery list and don’t veer off of it.
- Stop drinking soda. Soda is addictive and expensive. Cut it out and replace it with water or even fruit infused water. Not only is it healthier, but you will save a lot of money by doing this.
- Pay your bills on time. Late fees can add up. Make sure you pay your bills on time in order to avoid those tacked on late fees.
- Look for promo codes. When you are shopping online, be sure to do an internet search for promo codes that may apply to your purchase. You will often find some!
- Date nights in. When you go out on a date with your special someone, make it a date night in or go for a walk in the park, etc. It doesn’t always have to be an expensive dinner and a movie.
- Cut your dryer sheets in half. A half of a dryer sheet works just as well as a full sheet and you can stretch the money you spent by double.
- Hold a garage sale. Not only does it clear out your old stuff, but it also can bring in some extra money. My friend had a yard sale last month and brought in almost $700!
- Increase your insurance deductible. Raise your insurance deductible. You will likely save a decent amount each month on your bill. I recently went from a $500 deductible to a $1000 deductible and saved almost $20 per month.
- Get rid of your storage unit. Are you paying rent on a storage unit? It’s time to get rid of it. Chances are you don’t need the stuff in it anyway and that is just money wasted.
- Fill the dishwasher. Do not run the dishwasher until it is completely full. The same is true for the washer and dryer.
