Think how much money you would save if you packed your own lunch and made your own coffee to go this week? What is you car pooled as well? One of these tips may save you $5, two or three may save you up to $100 a week and soon you’ll be well on your way to paying off your debts or going on a family vacation. Here are 40 ways you can save money on your living expenses.
- Use the cash only envelope system
- Ride your bike, walk or use public transport
- Do your own repairs
- Sell stuff you don’t use
- Don’t buy stuff to impress people
- Cut up old shirts and use them for cleaning rags
- Purchased used, vintage furniture instead of new furniture
- Compost your food waste
- Shop local
- Use coupons when you grocery shop
- Install low flow toilets and shower heads
- Buy energy efficient appliances
- DIY your gifts
- Plan staycation holidays
- Plan your errand to save time and gas
- Buy cheaper cuts of meat or opt for meatless meals
- Freeze your leftover vegetables to use in soups and bone broths
- Eat more beans and rice dishes
- Cut down on the electronic use, unplug and enjoy family time
- Drink more water and less pop and juice
- Run your washing machine and dishwasher only when full
- Run your washing machine on the cold water cycle
- Turn off lights that aren’t being used
- Cancel your landline telephone
- Fix leaky faucets
- Ditch your single use paper and plastic items
- Save your coins in a jar
- Stop using the pay as you go apps on your phones
- Unplug appliances that aren’t being used
- Turn the heat down and save on electricity
- Buy bulk, divide and freeze
- Cook from scratch
- Pack a bag lunch
- Plan an eat what you have meal plan for the week
- Ensure your furnace and hot water tank are maintained
- Weatherstrip the windows and doors
- Learn to say no
- Only fill the bath 1/2 full for bathtime
- Learn to use household tools
- Replace all your light bulbs with LED bulbs
Do you have any other tips for saving money on living expenses? Let us know in the comments section below.