6 ways to save the family budget

Saving on housing

If you do not have their own homes, then rent an apartment - is the most affordable solution to this problem, but sometimes takes up to half of the family income. Therefore, we recommend:

• choose a cheaper area, but with good transport interchange;
• consider options for removal of property without furniture - a 30% save your family budget, but the issue with furniture can always be solved much cheaper than their own;
• if you have a young family without children, consider removal of a large apartment for two families - it essentially saves your budget.

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Savings on communal:

• monthly pass reading electricity and water meters so as not to pay more;
• Always turn off lights and appliances when there is no need for them;
• use energy-saving lamps;
• take a shower instead of a bath;
• Wash once a week, when accumulate a sufficient number of things.

The savings on the products:

• We recommend amount weekly menu and shopping list for the trip to the store. Do not make grocery shopping more than twice a week;
• purchased on the wholesale markets and bazaars - there is always a low price;
• make a preform in the summer;
• to work cook herself and her husband home-cooked meals and not go bankrupt in office canteens;
• if you walk with your child, think in advance about the snack and water.

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Savings on transport:

• If you have your own car, consider the fuel costs and pick up more budget option;
• use transport maps with a lot of travel and choose the Unlimited;
• try not to spend money on a taxi - do not stay up late and get out of the house in time.

Save on communications services:

• Use profitable company suggestions on how to use the new tariff plan. Especially, you can always change it (if you do not like);
• study all the offers and follow market developments.

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Savings on clothing, footwear, equipment and gifts:

• pre-calculate the budget;
• keep a list of necessary things in mind and with the appearance of competitive bids be prepared to buy the right thing at a discount;
• Analyze offers affordable online stores, like sales and drop in sometimes Outlets.

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