Our family uses those 101 ways to save money, every single day. They have allowed us to reduce our debt quickly and go on luxury vacations around the world!
AT HOME
- replace all light bulbs with LED bulbs
- raise A/C to 78F at night
- set timer on air conditioning to raise temperatures while you are at work to 83F
- use sponges instead of paper towels
- cancel cable / satellite TV and purchase an indoor antenna instead
- enjoy home-cooked meals
- review all subscriptions and cut out the ones you don’t truly need / use
- purchase certified refurbished electronics
- shop your cell phone provider and reconsider everything on the bill
- keep your electronics an extra year
- clean your own home
- turn fans off when not in the room
- turn off porch lights
- check all lights are off before leaving for work
- pack lunch for the office
- do not trash food as soon as they reach the date since it is a Sell By date in most cases
- add an extra bed cover and lower the heat at night
- take care of your own yard
- clean your own pool
- pack home-made sandwiches for day trips
- fill up hard bottles with water for day trips
- make your own thank you / invitation cards, especially true for kids (i.e., Valentine’s Day, birthdays…)
- turn off the television when not actively watching
- turn off the television during meal times
- unplug unused appliances
- have friends over instead of eating out
- drink water
- get books from your local library
- get DVD’s from your local library for a night-in
- quit smoking
- purchase a new car air filter online and replace it yourself
- exercise at home
- go for a run outside
- replace your air filters monthly
- reconsider club memberships (i.e., gym, golf)
- store all leftovers and enjoy a night of no-cooking with re-heated leftovers
- think of ways to repurpose furniture before getting rid of it
- start a cheap hobby (i.e., crocheting, gardening, nature walking, reading)
- limit your use of make-up, cologne, hair products, etc. to what you truly need
- let your hair grow another month between hitting the salon
- color your own nails
- have a no-spending weekend once a quarter
- tackle home projects yourself
- reevaluate your home internet plan
- do not automatically wash your clothes at the end of the day
- only run the washing machine when you can fill a full load
- maximize your dishwasher space and only run it when full
- think of free gifts for your partner’s birthday (i.e., morning duty/wake up with kids, massage from you, home-cooked meal, favorite cake)
- organize stay-at-home dates (i.e., board game night, movie night)
- invite your friends with their kids and let them fall asleep in your guest room – they’ll return the favor
- lower your blinds when you’re not home to keep heat and cold out
- in case of a non-life threatening emergency, consider urgent care instead of heading straight for the ER
- turn on the oven as you get closer to using it rather than when you start the recipe
- substitute one bath for a shower each week
- raise A/C temperature and turn on the fans when needed
- keep all doors and windows closed when heating or cooling your home
- check all doors and windows are properly sealed
- plant fruit trees
- clean your home with sponges and detergent instead of pricier wipes
- shop all of your insurances when up for renewal
- drink faucet water instead of bottled water (invest in a Brita if necessary)
- turn faucet off while brushing teeth
ON THE ROAD
- drive your most efficient vehicle
- be gentle with the gas pedal
- consider itineraries with no tolls
- walk or cycle whenever you can
- look around and fill up on gas at a cheaper gas station
- rent cars at destinations and in ports of call
- pack snacks for the airport
- visit your hometown and see it from a tourist’s eye
- use a VPN to shop your plane tickets
- prepare your coffee-to-go at home
- favor nature / outdoor activities over premium ones (i.e.,movies)
KIDS
- partner with other parents to look after each others’ kids for nights-out
- partner with other parents for afternoon activity runs
- stop buying kids toys, take the kids outside
- pack school lunches and snacks
- cut your kids’ hair yourself
- negotiate siblings discounts for after-school activities
- pass clothing down from one child to the next
- start a clothing exchange program with friends or at school
- modern diapers are engineered to hold pee, do not change the baby’s diaper every time they go
- teach your kids the value of money by saying “no”
- help kids make their own gifts for teacher appreciation weeks
SHOPPING
- purchase store’s private label products
- shop at a cheaper grocery store
- shop second-hand for clothing and furniture
- stock up on food items while on sale and freeze perishable ones
- shop for groceries online
- purchase gifts ahead on time when you find something you like on sale
- do not go grocery shopping on an empty stomach
- purchase only as much as you will eat to avoid trashing food
- do your grocery shopping once a week
- sign up for rewards programs and emails
- use free money-making apps
- purchase holiday decor right after each holiday for steep discounts
- shop for clothing online and purchase products on sale
- check the price per oz at the grocery store as a way to compare products
- limit your purchases of expensive snacks (i.e., chips, ice cream)
- purchase discounted gift cards others are not using
- prior to making a purchase, think whether you truly need the item
There are many more ways to save money! Share your tips in the box below!! And check out this article for more ideas to adopt a frugal lifestyle – we contributed to the travel section!
HAPPY SAVING!!
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