10 Simple Things I Do EVERY DAY to Save Money and Be Frugal | minimalism + frugal living

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My grandfather who was successful in business always said "Everybody worries about their INcome. They should worry a little more about their OUTgo."

One thing I do to save money is if I feel like buying new clothing, I find something in my closet that I haven't been wearing and make a plan to wear it.

I am 40 and frugal and into sustainable options. I definitely meal plan, but I only shop for about 4 meals at a time. The waiting game is so important to do. I am doing a no-spend thing over the next few months, which I have done before many times. I am only paying my bills and buying food (that I cook for my family of 5). It is not as hard as people think, when you set your mind on a goal and work towards it, keeping conscious about it.

The "little things" are the worst money burners. I was trapped on those for a while and then my lightbulb went off - I knew it but wasn't paying attention as I made an OK salary. Now I regret those few years as I could have saved a lot that would help now. Anyhow, back on track for a few years now. I get always asked how I can eat so healthy (I am a Holistic Nutritionist) on such a small budget and I always share my tips....recommending certain stores here, buying in bulk & portion to freeze, preserve, make things from scratch etc. I meal plan and prep every week and I do offer them to the public here in Edmonton, AB (Canada) just slightly over cost to educate & help those who want it.

You said it the best! On No 10 - agree and take 15-30 minutes a day - just like exercise - and allow the time to learn. Don't preach to your husband if he differs on money, be an example, and ask questions - let him decide and encourage him no matter the outcome .

Since I retired 10 years ago at 55, I have been tracking all my expenses by categories. This prompted me to reduce / eliminate some non necessary spendings : alcohol, magazine subscriptions, daily lattes at the coffee shop, etc. I recently replaced my 17 yo car (Honda Fit) by a 4 yo low mileage (Honda Civic). I avoided 10K interests on monthly payments by paying cash. As a result, I am currently reevaluating my spendings in order to replenish my bank account. Money provides security.

We just got a law for companies regarding sales. They have to always list the lowest price of last 30 days next to the sale price. Ofc they could just turn to moving the bigger sales further apart from what it has been, but it's something

2:52 also thrift stores give you unique pieces! i love when people are like “girl where did you get that piece!” oh yknow, the thrift store😊

in France a new law has passed about shrinkflation, a sign has to be posted next to the product in the isle to say if the company has used this marketing technique in the past year

I can already tell I’m going to love this video 🥹❤️

Recently my dog hurt his leg which unfortunately cost a lot of money but in the process the vet told me to cut down is intake of food and treats as he is obese ((which I knew but had trouble saying no to him 😢) I have now cut down his food along with expensive treats. Over time this will save a lot of money. We don’t go out to eat because I am on a never ending diet 😂. Another huge I made a huge mistake. I bought a coffee table that was my 3rd choice. It was cheaper and I could get it sooner. I do like it, but I wish I had just got the one I liked the most 😢. Even my husband likes the other one more. So I wasted money by not waiting until I could get the one I really wanted. 😢

aldi--all day, every day

Going to multiple grocery stores is my biggest tip to save money. I'm in the PNW. So in a week I may go to Trader Joes, Grocery Outlet, Target, Costco, etc. I also check online ads ahead of time, make a list of what I need and plan the trips with days off or locations to and from work to save as much gas as possible.

I now have more money than time so I don't shop at thrift stores. It takes time to go through racks, and repair items, if needed.I made myself an everday uniform with a couple of dresses for nicer occasions and no longer think about clothes. But those days of getting vintage clothes from Unique and The Village were so much fun!

My best tip is to meal plan, I have been doing this for over 30 years. It makes me much less anxious to know ahead what is for dinner. When my kids were younger they used to love my plan which I put on the fridge, they would get excited about the meals 😊

Unfortunately in my area Goodwill is no longer a frugal shopping facility. I usually go to Salvation Army or other charities instead.

Most people think being a vegan is a more expensive way to eat, but it's not. Even adding just a few vegan meals into your rotation can save on expensive animal products. Also, I find what I make at home is way better than what I can get out.

I love this video! My frugal tip is….. If you can learn new life skills, like baking your own bread. Learn to sew and to mend your clothing. Learn to up-cycle your old clothing to make it new again. I meal plan differently. I cook black beans, pinto beans (separately) in my instant pot. I cook up rice all for the week. And then I make meals from those for the week. I’m mostly plant based, but I do eat my chicken eggs and cheese. I sherd cheese for the week , and I do hard boiled eggs in my instant pot. I found that I don’t waste food anymore by planning meals like this.

I found I kept forgetting what was in my freezer, I began a chalkboard where I write what is there, cross/erase when I use it and periodically take everything out and update the list. Now when I meal plan its easy for me.