Top 10 Things We Do In Tampa Bay To Save Money

Author Keith Connors

September 27th, 2021 12:51 PM

Top 10 things we do in Tampa Bay to save money. We all do it. Right? You must have some tricks for saving money?  Someone did a poll and found the average person estimates that their small money-saving hacks save them a total of $578 a year. Cash baby! I do ALL these things, but my wife will tell you I am “highly trained” (by her). Yes, even cutting my own hair since I was a kid.  See if YOU CAN SCORE a perfect 10?

Here are the TOP 10 things people said they do . . .to save a few $$$

1.  Making sure you turn lights off to save on electricity.

2.  Putting on a sweater instead of turning up the heat.

3.  Using coupons and discount codes.

4.  Comparing prices online.

5.  Saving on gas by walking or riding a bike.

6.  Packing your lunch.

7.  Shopping around for utilities, like changing your internet provider to get a deal.

8.  Looking for buy-one-get-one deals at the store.

9.  Buying things used or refurbished.

10.  Skipping a gym membership and working out on your own.

A few more that made the list:  Buying stuff in bulk, cutting your own hair, and growing your own fruits and vegetables.

Source: (SWNS)

5 Ways to Prep and Save for Holiday Shopping

Yes, yes…it seems way too early to think about holiday shopping already. But by prepping now, you may be able to save yourself a few headaches once the holidays are upon us.

So, what can you do right now to help prep and save for holiday shopping? Consider one or all of the tips below.

• Come Up With a Savings Plan

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  Go to Pinterest or Google and search "holiday savings plan." You'll be greeted with all sorts of options from "How to Save $1,000 in 20 Weeks" to "How to Save $500 in 30 Days." Pick a plan that works best for you, and start putting money gradually aside.

• Coupon/Promo Codes Are Your New BFFs

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  Will most of your shopping be at a handful of stores? There's a good chance there will be a bunch of coupon or promo codes you can use while shopping at a brick and mortar location or online. They're easy to find, too. Follow the store on social media or sign up for their email blasts. Sites like Groupon even have a coupon section where they list active coupon/promo codes.

• Look At Your Current Spending, Start Cutting Random “Extras”

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  Everyone enjoys treating themselves to a fancy coffee or some takeout every now and again, but if you get into the habit of treating yourself too often, you might find yourself strapped for cash when you need it most. Really, this is just a good tip year-round, not just for the holidays.
• Make a List (And Check It Twice!)

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  How many times have you gone grocery shopping without a list and end up leaving with way more than expected, and you still somehow forgot to buy milk? Use the same logic. Make a list before you start your holiday shopping, and stick to it. Sure, all those sales are tempting, but resist! Your wallet will thank you later.

• Sign Up and Shop Via an Installment Payment Service

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  So, this might not help with saving, per se, but it will help with the initial sticker shock of buying some gifts. A number of Installment Payments Services exist, like QuadPay and AfterPay, that will split your purchase total into four equal payments usually scheduled about two weeks apart. Many major retailers - including Amazon, Target and Walmart - have partnered with these services. Think of it as "The New Layaway," but you get your items right now. Now, you will have to keep track of your installments, especially if you pay with a debit card, but there's no interest or fees with these services. Plus, they might buy you a little extra time to save up money, too.

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