Photo by 7 Unconventional Spending Hacks to Save You Big Bucks
Are you tired of feeling guilty about your spending habits? Do you wish you could save money without constantly thinking about it? You’re not alone. Saving money can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies, you can make it a breeze.
Managing your finances doesn’t have to be stressful.
We’ve all been there - creating budgets, tracking expenses, and feeling like we’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of financial stress. But what if I told you there are ways to save money without breaking a sweat? I spoke to my colleagues and gathered some unusual spending hacks that will help you save big bucks in the long run.
Cash is King
Emily, my colleague, swears by carrying cash when shopping. Seeing her wallet get emptier and feeling the weight of her spending adds a reasonable amount of guilt when it comes to retail therapy. It’s helped her be more conscious of her spending since it’s not invisible money.
Carrying cash can help you stick to your budget.
Track Your Expenses with Ease
Rachael, another colleague, found an easier way to track her expenses. She uses her People’s Choice Everyday Living Account to easily check her balance on her phone without pulling up her poorly made “expense report” while making a purchase. Saves her heaps of time and embarrassment.
Delay Purchases for Better Deals
Mateus, our resident tech enthusiast, is a big fan of stalking and delaying purchases. If he wants to buy a new gadget, he’ll wait a week or two. If it’s actually important and fulfils a need, he’ll be constantly reminded that he needs it, and if he just wanted some retail therapy, then he’ll have forgotten about it by that time. More often than not, waiting also nets him a better deal than if he bought it on impulse.
Waiting for the right moment to buy can save you money.
Take Advantage of Grocery Discounts
Alex, our resident foodie, swears by doing his grocery shopping late at night. You’ll always score big discounts on meat and poultry.
Late-night grocery shopping can lead to big savings.
Spend a Little to Save in the Long Run
Jasmine, our coffee connoisseur, recently bought her partner a fancy coffee machine for his birthday. While it was expensive upfront, it’s already cut their coffee spending right back as the quality is just as good at home as it is at a cafe. It proves that spending a little more to invest in quality products can save you money in the long run.
Investing in quality products can save you money in the long run.
Convenient Frozen Meals
Nick, our resident busy bee, keeps some frozen meals or a rotisserie chicken on hand to save him from ordering takeout. It won’t taste as good as a greasy pizza, but it’ll save him heaps in the long run.
Frozen meals can be a convenient and affordable option.
Movie Discounts
Dave, our resident movie buff, goes to the movies on discount days because they’re half off. Which means you can get two movies for the price of one.
Discount days can help you save money on movie tickets.
By incorporating these unusual spending hacks into your daily routine, you can save money without feeling like you’re sacrificing your lifestyle. Remember, it’s all about making small adaptations to your routine and finding convenient ways to stay on top of your finances.
