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September 11, 2009 at 3:30 pm #276269
rtebalt
Are you trying to squeak another $50 out of your budget for savings?
Then try any of the quick and simple tips listed below and you’ll see that it’s possible to add not just $50 to savings each month but quite possibly up to $200!
2.) Go to the Library – Did you know that you can find not only movies but also DVD movies at your public library? If you are an internet fiend, you can do all your email and net surfing on the library system and even tap into fee-for-service databases for genealogy research. Don’t buy that latest book but check out the library shelves.
With most paperback books retailing at $5 – $25 and hardcover books selling at $20 – $35, you can realize savings quickly.
4.) Shop the outer aisles of grocery stores – Take a good look at your grocery store. Produce, dairy, meats tend to be placed on the outer aisles with all the junk food and processed products in the center aisles. Avoid as many of those inner aisles as possible and you’ll see both your waistline and expenditures drop.
5.) Skip the chai tea, pizza deliveries, lattes, specialty shops, and gourmet aisles – Ok, we’ve heard that speech before but we also know that life is meant to be lived and enjoyed. So as Ben Franklin advised, use moderation in all things even moderation. Though, don’t deny yourself too many treats or you’ll never stick to that budget.
5.) Set Savings Goals and be Smart! – When it comes to setting your savings goals, be SMART — Make goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and can be accomplished on a timed basis. It’s your money so have some fun with the process and above all, be creative!
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September 11, 2009 at 6:33 pm #424877
Mom-2-4
EXCELLENT advice !!!! And well worth incorporating for sure !! Thanks so much!
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September 11, 2009 at 10:21 pm #424881
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