As the cost of living continues to rise, finding ways to save at home is more important than ever. Creating and sticking to a budget is a great way to save and see where your money goes. However, there are a few simpler things you can do.
Here are 5 really simple ways to save at home:
Invest in a good coffee maker.
If you or your spouse is a serious coffee drinker, you can save a lot of money making your coffee at home. That daily visit to the local coffee shop can get expensive after awhile. Even if you only purchase a cheap model, having something you enjoy using will help cut back if you’re used to the drive through. I also like adding my natural creamers and other flavorings, so it’s a win-win.
Give homemade gifts from the heart.
Your family and close friends will appreciate the time and love that went into making the gifts, and it will mean so much more to them. Need some ideas? Here’s a list of 20 awesome homemade gift ideas.
Choose Hulu, Netflix or Amazon Prime over cable TV
These options cost so much less than cable, and you can watch your favorite shows when you’re ready, instead of having to make time when they’re showing.
Reduce waste
You can reduce waste in many ways. For example, don’t cook more food than you can eat at one meal. Or another great way to save money is to cook and bake in bulk and do some freezer cooking. It’s a great feeling to know that I can pull a casserole, favorite meal, or even dessert out of the freezer when I’m in a pinch. These make great leftovers, too.
As for other areas, be mindful of how much energy you use and take care of the things you use most, so you don’t have to replace them as often.
Have a financial goal
It’s easier to save money when you know what you’re saving for. Having a financial goal gives you something to work towards, and it makes it easy to say no to the things you don’t need now.
Use these simple tips to help you save money at home because every little bit you save now, will make a big difference for your future.
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Christine says
Very good tips! Thanks for linking up with us at the Dishing It & Digging It Link Party. Hope you found some great new friends.
Sara Elizabeth Dunn says
Thanks, Christine! 🙂 I appreciate your visiting.
April J Harris says
Pinning and tweeting! Thank you for sharing these easy, effective tips with us at Hearth and Soul, Sara. Have a lovely weekend.
Sara Elizabeth Dunn says
Thanks so much, April! 🙂 I hope you have a great weekend, too. 🙂
Multicultural Motherhood says
Some great tips here. We already make homemade gifts and use Amazon prime. Next on my list is to create a financial goal. #HSBAT
Sara Elizabeth Dunn says
Goals are so helpful. Sometimes I wonder if they’re worth the effort, but it really does help to have something tangible to work towards.
Linda S says
Great tips, Sara Elizabeth! I can say I’ve seen all these make a big difference in my own home. Seriously – the coffee pot thing was a game changer for me. I was gifted a nice espresso/cappuccino machine and I found I no longer needed to drive through for that expensive cuppa everytime I went into town. Instead, I enjoyed a relaxing cup when I got home, or made one for the road.
Sara Elizabeth Dunn says
Yes! I’ve never regretted having a nice coffee maker and tea kettle. 🙂 I love making my own hot drinks at home just the way I like them.
Sherry says
Yes, we ditched cable tv. Never even missed it and we do subscribe to 2 movies sites. Great idea! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
Sara Elizabeth Dunn says
Thanks for visiting, Sherry. I agree! We didn’t have TV for a few days once and then it went to a week, and we really didn’t miss anything.