With the rising cost of living, you may be looking for ways to reduce your expenses at home. Luckily, there are many ways that you can do this to ensure that you aren’t wasting money unnecessarily and can continue saving money for what is important to you and your family.
Bills
Energy bills have been rising and are predicted to continue doing so until 2024, so trying to keep energy costs down could help you save money on your bills.
Draught proofing is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to make your home more energy efficient which can save you money on energy bills. All you need to do is seal up any openings that could allow warm air to escape and cold air to enter. You can do this yourself or buy draught proofers in a range of styles so your home can still feel stylish and cosy.
You may also look to invest in solar energy panels which can save you money over time. These can save you around £405 per year, plus a further £110 for the excess energy that you can sell back to the grid if you don’t use it. Solar panels also work on gloomy days so the dreary UK weather won’t be detrimental to your savings!
Car
Used car sales have soared in the past few years and if you are in the market for a new car, buying a used car could save you thousands over the equivalent of a new model. For a reliable and practical family car, you could check out a used Vauxhall Corsa for sale. They are affordable cars that are easy to drive and also have ample space for the kids in the back, helping to make all your car trips run as smoothly as possible.
Fuel prices have also reached record highs in the UK this year, but there are a few ways that you can keep costs down here too. Try a free fuel price comparison website that allows you to compare fuel prices nearby based on your postcode so that you can make sure you aren’t overpaying for fuel.
Shopping
When doing your family food shop, you can save money by heading to smaller discounters rather than supermarkets. Aldi and Lidl are obvious choices but B&M bargains and Home Bargains often have lots of staples for much cheaper prices than big supermarkets.
Each year, UK households throw away over 4.5 million tonnes of edible food, so ensuring that you are only buying food that you know will be eaten and that you store it correctly can make a big difference in your spending habits. Meal planning is a good way to reduce waste and save money. If you plan your meals before your food shop, you are likely to spend less money on products that you won’t use.
The time of day you shop can also have an impact on the cost of your shop. While searching for yellow stickers is an art, not a science, most supermarkets will discount items in the late evening before closing. This can help you to bag a bargain on a range of products that may be reduced in price by 75% or more due to being close to their sell-by dates.
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