Getting savvy with your spending doesn’t have to be an uphill battle. Let’s look at simple ways to get strategic with your shopping, leaving room in the budget for your favourite things.
Simple ways to get savvy with your spending
Looking through your budget and wondering how to cut costs? Check out these spending tips to help you save without giving up what you enjoy most.
Mark your calendar
We all know shopping the sales is a great strategy for saving money, but this can be easier said than done. Life gets busy, and the next thing you know, the sales have come and gone.
So how can you make sure you’re getting the best bang for your buck the next time you need to replace your vacuum cleaner or go back-to-school shopping?
Sales calendars like these ones from Canstar or nine.com.au have done the heavy lifting for you. All you need to do is bookmark them on your browser or put them in your calendar, and you’ll always have your eye on the next sales event.
Stock up during sales
Now that you’re a savvy sales shopper, you can save yourself from expensive last-minute purchases.
Stock up on discounted items you’re always going to need, like toys and stationery, and store them in your closet.
This way, you can avoid having to buy a full-priced pressie when a birthday comes around.
Let your browser find the bargains
Now let’s talk about online shopping. There are many specials and voucher codes floating around the net, but where do you find them? The solution is easy – let a browser extension do the work for you.
Free browser extensions like Honey tap you on the shoulder at checkout and offer to scour the internet for active voucher codes to cut the cost of your shopping basket. All you need to do is install the extension and they’ll do the rest.
Or if you like getting cash back, Cashrewards has a browser extension that’ll let you know when you’re on a site that’s part of their rewards program. Cashrewards earns a commission on your purchase, then they pass cash back to you just for being a member.
Say yes to being rewarded
Looking for more easy ways to get discounts? When you join AGL Rewards you’ll get access to a range of offers from Australia’s favourite brands.
Get email notifications about big exclusive offers from brands like New Balance – and why not spread out your savings on everyday essentials by snapping up a discounted eGift Card from Woolworths?
All of these tips can help you maximise your savings – find the ones that make it feel that little bit easier for you.
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