There are so many simple ways to save money that it is really quite easy to do, and yet, for many people, saving money is the hardest thing they have ever tried to do in their life. They are so used to living a carefree lifestyle and spending money anytime they want that it is extremely difficult for them to resist the desire to spend more. Suddenly, they find themselves in a situation where they have to save money. Here are some ways to get started.
Save Your Change
The easiest way to save money is to purchase a piggy bank or get a gallon glass jar and start putting your loose change in it. Whenever you return home from shopping or from work, remove the loose change from your pockets or your purse, and put it into the piggy bank. You will enjoy watching the container fill up and get heavier every day.
Comparison Shop
Never just go into a store and purchase an item. Always look on the internet, and check the stores in your vicinity for the item you need. Search until you are certain that you have found the item at the cheapest price possible.
Goals and Rewards
Set goals to help you save money during the month. Specify the ways that you plan to do it. If the goal is met, plan an inexpensive outing that everyone will enjoy. You can find some fun and inexpensive ideas here: (http://bit.ly/9bTEx9)
Shop at Dollar Stores
Today there are Family Dollar, General Dollar and just plain old Dollar Stores that have some incredibly good buys. Cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, cereals, crackers, spices and cookies are often much cheaper in these stores. Be sure to stop by and check their prices before you buy any of these items at the grocery store.
Day Old Bakeries and Farmer’s Markets
Day old bakeries are a great place to purchase healthier types of bread and save money on all of your bread and bakery items. Fruits and vegetables can be purchased much more reasonably and fresher at the local Farmer’s Market. Pick-your-own farms are another way to save on fruits and vegetables.
Sell Unwanted Items
Anytime you or one of your children clean a room, do not throw away items that are good. Those things can be sold on ebay or at a neighborhood yard sale, and the money you make can be put in your savings account. Oftentimes, people do not realize that they are throwing away $25 or $30 worth of good stuff that someone else would love to purchase at a good bargain.
Saving money does not have to be difficult or complicated. In fact, it can become quite fun if you do it as a family with a fun reward at the end of each month. Use these simple ways to save money, and see how much you can save during your first month.