5 Ways to Save More on a Tight Budget

Saving TipsSaving money is more important than ever before as economic uncertainty prevails. The best way to start building up a savings account is to plan a budget and resist impulsive spending. You should also try as much as possible to replace regular household items with more affordable alternatives.

These 5 ways will help you trim your budget and increase savings:

  1. Start recycling

    You can earn money and contribute to a cleaner environment at the same time by saving bottles and cans and taking them to recycle centers. You might only get five dollars for a big bag of cans but that can help pay for gas or items at a supermarket. Recycling returns about $1 billion per year to Americans, according to the Aluminum Association.

  2. Collect condiments
  3. Instead of buying condiments like ketchup, mustard and soy sauce at stores, collect these items for free when you visit restaurants. But don't frequently go to restaurants or you will end up spending down your savings. Another alternative is to buy condiments at dollar stores, where you can also pick up paper towels, soap and many other household items.

  4. Multi-purpose vinegar
  5. Vinegar is one of the most under-rated yet useful products on the market. It can be used to clean many things, including teeth, floors, dishes, toilets and even clothes. It's also great for cooking, freshening the air and is very healthy to drink, especially apple cider vinegar. Reader's Digest actually listed 150 uses of the substance.

  6. Unplug unused appliances
  7. Keep electronic devices that plug into the wall unplugged when not in use. Most people don't realize that these appliances still consume energy when they are connected to the grid. So unplug everything from computers to TVs to coffeemakers to lights when you leave your home, go to sleep or whenever you aren't using them.

  8. Replace lamps with candles
  9. Candles are very inexpensive and can provide adequate lighting while cutting energy costs. Humans used fire as a light source for centuries before the light bulb came along. Candlelight also helps to generate a warmer atmosphere among family and friends.

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Kimmy Burgess

Kimmy Burgess is the Manager of Cash in a Snap, which helps clients get connected to its large network of reputed lenders to get instant approval cash advances when they need it. Kimmy has over 20+ years' experience in Administrative Management, with many years in the lending industry. Her expertise includes customer service, client services and other functions in the payday lending business. She has also spent time in the mortgage industry prior to her move into the payday lending field. Kimmy also has a number of pets including cats, birds, and a Chinese water dragon.

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