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Among the many things, people always find hard to do is saving money. Saving money requires a lot of discipline and consistency in seeing this change.
Running on a constrained budget this festive season could sound difficult, but using these simple tips will save your pocket a great deal:
Suggest alternative activities
The onset of the December festive season comes with a lot of activities that will eat in all your bank account. However, you can opt for alternative activities to curb the spending spree. Invite friends to your house for a family potluck. Watch movies in your home instead of hitting the theater.
Cook at home
There is a big difference between the food you eat at home and that you will eat at a restaurant.
Cooking your own food will give you that taste you ever wished for.
Quality and quantity of this food will be high to satisfy your stomach.
Cooking at home will save you tight budget.
Restaurant meals are expensive, and will never satisfy you.
Cancel unnecessary subscriptions
Many people are subscribed to lots of services at home and even at their places of work.
To save on your tight budget, go through your statement to identify payments that do add up.
Cancel all other subscriptions that you rarely use or those that you won’t be using at that time.
Make a list
Knowing what you want will really help you make a change in how you spend your money.
Prioritize on every item you miss at your home, pick most needed ones.
Shop with a purpose for only items that you can’t live without, but if you will have some cash left, buy the next item according to your prioritized list.