Money saving tips
There are many simple, everyday ways of saving small amounts of money, which taken together can result in dramatic spending reductions. Examples of these include:
- Avoid fee paying cash machines
- Bring your own sandwiches to work
- Give the kids a packed lunch instead of canteen food
- Walk instead of talking the car
- Consider switching your electricity or gas supplier
- Shop around for cheaper deals on insurance or loans
- Avoid bank charges by organising your finances – keep a note of what goes out and when – you could even rearrange your payment dates to make life easier
- Try to reclaim your bank charges – look up information online to help you do this
- Try some of these websites for more useful tips:
www.moneysavingexpert.com
www.payplan.com
www.thisismoney.co.uk
Income and benefits maximisation
You may be entitled to more than you think. Help is available to assist you with trying to maximise your income.
- Contact your local housing office to see what arrangements they may have. Some offices employ staff who specialise in this area
- Try the following online resources:
www.payplan.com
www.entitledto.co.uk
- Agencies such as the Citizens Advice Bureau may also be able to help
Share your tips
If you have money saving tips that you find work for you email us at financialservices@Placeforpeople.co.uk and we will add them to our list!
