Monday Money Saving Tips
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Check Your Subscriptions
Are you still paying for subscriptions you no longer use? It could be an app or a magazine subscription. This month check what you pay on a continually basis and decide if it’s time to hit the cancel button.
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Monday Money Saving Tips-You Paid for It
You’ve paid for it so use every last drop…scoop out the last of things like lip balm or lipstick using a cotton swab.
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Monday Moving Saving Tips-Farmer’s Markets
Spring is just around the corner which means farmer’s markets will be opening soon. Take a weekly stroll to your local one and see what you can find. Things like produce can be cheaper and fresher than at the grocery store.
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Monday Money Saving Tips-Herbs and Spices
Tired of the same old food on a budget? One way to make things taste different is to experiment with adding some herbs and spices. For example, egg salad sandwiches can get a boost from adding some dill.
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Monday Money Saving Tips-Leftovers from Dinner
Do you often have a few leftovers at dinnertime? Not enough for another full meal but enough that could become lunch the following day? Maybe some leftover vegetables for a salad. Some diced chicken for a chicken salad sandwich. Even gravy that could be turned into a soup?
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Make Your Own
Have you noticed how many recipes call for breadcrumbs? Make your own by hanging on to the last pieces of bread and put them into a freezer bag. When you have enough saved up, pull them out, let the bread defrost, and put them in the blender or food processor. Even add spices or herbs to the mix. Store them in a container in the freezer until the next time you need some for a recipe.
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Unit Price Shopping
Do you often shop for the cheapest product at the store and then realize it was cheaper because it’s only half the size of the other brand? Check the prize and the amount you’re getting, divide them and see what the actual unit price is. Oftentimes something that seems more expensive can actually save you money.
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Extend the Life of Your Clothes
Did you know that the lint in your dryer is actually your clothes slowly wearing away? Prolong the life of your favorite sweater and save on electricity…and yes, clothes smell great too by hanging them outside to dry.
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Cut Down on Cleaning Products
Most people use more cleaning product than they actually need to get the job done. Start with a small amount and let it sit while it goes to work. If something is still dirty then go ahead and add a little more cleaner.
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Switch the Oil
When you’re frying or saute things like vegetables for soups and chilis and you run out of oil or want to save a penny or two, use broth or even water. Simply start to saute the food in a little oil or butter and then when you need to add more reach for the water or broth. It can also cut down on calories and fat but the flavor’s still there.