Frugal living Habits that Save Money REALLY Fast

Here are some new habits what will help you and help you gain quick momentum when it comes to saving money.

So much of frugality is about small habits that save a BIG amount of money over time. It’s like a slow burn. But, sometimes you just want to know what you can do that will give you an immediate “win”. These are money-saving habits with a big impact.

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[LorettaNance]

Even now that I am retired, I carry a lunch bag with water and snacks. No stopping for food/drinks while I am out and about.

[lindadorman]

My free fun activity is growing my reselling business. I get to shop thrift stores, estate sales, auctions and yard sales plus I have complete control over my schedule and mostly work from home. My net income is double what I spend so it's actually better than free! I won't get rich but reselling has allowed me to pay off all my debt, build a solid emergency fund and become financially secure.

[melindastookey]

I routinely do no spends and they help to not just save money but help use up items around the home and in the kitchen so they become no waste challenge as well

[KatieB-hicz]

We feed a family of 10 on $1100-$1200 a month by meal planning, batch cooking from scratch and buying minimal prepackaged foods.

[keyweststarr]

A couple of months ago, I inventured my whole pantry and all my freezers.I know exactly what I have in both of them and I made two weeks worth of meal without spending anything

[truthseeker]

Happy Birthday, Hope! You look more like a Young 45!
I spend $250 bi-weekly on groceries/household items/and gasoline for me as an older single person. I don't currently have any subscriptions. I began getting out of debt on a low, single income by cutting off cable and internet and turning my thermostat down to 62 in northern midwest winter when home...and 58 when away at work or sleeping. Oh but that low of a temp bit me when I bought my lil condo. First January (2019) here- my pipes froze in my outdoor utility closet! No water at all. I keep it a bit warmer now
I haven't yet increased that $250 biweekly since 2018 tho prices have increased astronomically.since.

[pamelalyon]

My dad drummed into us to turn off lights when leaving a room, turn down the heat and turn off the water when not using it. My mother air dried laundry. The library was our second home. We did a lot of walking and biking. I still do most of these.

[maryellenyork]

No TV, no subscriptions, no mortgage, 18 year old car, summer A/C set at 80°, only 2 meals a day. Main splurge=organic heavy whipping cream for my home-brewed coffee. I only shop with cash.

[maryellenyork]

Fun: knit, craft, read, board games with friends. My main social life is serving my community.

[kathyschumann]

Saved a TON working remotely... make my own coffee drinks better! Lunch at home too 😊

[sandraparry]

I live in the UK.
I really love your videos and the way you make me feel. I'm so happy when i see your happiness and loving ways. You work together beautifully. Makes me so happy.
I live a frugal life with my little dog. I am contented with my life. I know the Lord is good to me and i say Thank you to him every day.
Lot more videos please 😊
Sandra. North Wales Britain 🇬🇧 ❤

[kittycarousel]

My top would be:
1. DIY and mend as much as you can. You save a lot on *something* at least once a month.
2. Check out your library! Ours has equipment you can borrow and passes to local museums, all free.
3. Buy second hand first, even if it isn't something you think you can get second hand. You probably can. You can also get refurbished things like phones.
4. Buy quality where it counts. I'm looking at you, Walmart footwear. I save money by buying the better quality item the first time around.
5. For kids - don't buy *anything* until you need it. They don't like everything you think they will, their tastes change, and also they grow in spurts. Also, if you have gifting relatives, let them buy practical stuff like jackets and boots, school supplies, etc

[wandacurtis]

We go hiking and kayaking on Wednesdays we it costs nothing to get into all the lakes and parks. Fun!

[juliemoore]

That soft sage green is beautiful on you, Hope!

[Autumn_Forest_]

To save on AC, I keep my house warm in summer (I like the heat) and not as warm in winter (I live deep in Florida, so winter’s not too hard). I have no dryer (I use drying racks). I also use only the lights I need in the moment. When I moved into my house, I took bulbs out of lighting fixtures that hold more than one bulb. If a lighting fixture would look weird without all the bulbs, I leave the bulbs in place and install a small lamp to use in in those rooms. I also use blackout curtains on windows facing the sun, which keeps my house MUCH cooler in warm months. I don’t own a TV or other electronics except for a cell phone, so I don’t have a TV on all the time. I don’t even have wifi; I just use the unlimited data on my phone. I use my toaster oven rather than my big oven (I might use the big one just a few times per year).

[jgafuller]

Family of 10 here. Just paid off debt and ready to increase our monthly grocery budget to $1100. That includes food and household goods. Feels luxurious. $1500 for 4 people on just food is insane.

[SkintLivingUK]

I walk the dog every day in our local park after dinner so we are getting our exercise and out in nature. I love it, my dog loves it plus its free!

[anneard]

Did you hear part of the sky fall last Tuesday? That was when I went into WalMart and didn't spend ANYTHING!😳😅🤣😇 Another thing I learned was sometimes it is cheaper to buy milk at the 7/11 store than go to grocery. Last time I went in grocery just for milk it cost me $17.40 (impulse buying) Blessings

[AEvans]

If I know that I'm going out and may need some cash, I'll pull cash from designated envelopes(Giving, Personal, for example) instead of using a card. I know I only have so much I can spend. If it so happens that I don't spend the money I put it back in my envelopes. I have found lately that I don't have the desire to spend like I have in the past, so now I have no problem walking out of a store empty-handed. Most of my spending is what I call required spending. Discretionary spending is minimal. I do a lot less impulse shopping. Adopting a more conscientious approach to one's finances will change your mindset. I know this to be true. Changing spending habits will make a difference.

[Claire-Rita]

Our budget is $475 a month for three adults and two very spoiled dogs, that includes all food and household products (bought at Walmart of course!). Last year it had been $500 but with careful planning I was able to decrease it and am still running a budget surplus which I intend to spend on a small chest freezer with the hopes of decreasing it even more!