Here is a list of tips on how to save money on your day to day expenses. Saving a little money everyday and help you build up your savings into something big.
- Track your spending
- Cut unnecessary expenses
- Know your necessary expenses (food, shelter, utilities, transporation)
- Build an emergency fund
- Create a budget
- Go to the library instead of buying books
- Choose a high interest savings account
- Sell things you don’t use anymore
- Fix things instead of buying new ones
- Buy used items
- Drink water instead of spending on drinks
- Cook instead of eating out
- Eat leftovers
- Buy quality items that will last instead of cheap items
- Make your own when you can
- Fix things yourself
- Grow your own food
- Cut your own hair
- Find other ways to destress besides spending
- Cancel unused subscriptions & memberships
- Buy generic brands of items
- Before you buy, ask if you really need it or not
- Rent out unused space in your home
- Dress minimally
- Don’t fall for quick trends
- Make & stick to your grocery list
- Buy staples in bulk
- Eat less meat
- Coupon
- Take advantage of your company’s 401K
- Cancel your cable