12 Money Wasters To Avoid At All Costs

Saving money is difficult and boring, but extremely necessarily. Instead of pushing debt and finance worries to the back of your mind, tackle them head-on with these easy lifestyle changes.

1. Using only cards instead of cash
This might be a convenient and safe option when you’re on the go, but it’s terrible for your wallet. It’s easier to spend over your budget when you have liberal access to it. Seeing the actual money in your wallet disappear has a different effect on the mind. Try taking out a fixed amount each week.

2. Easy car repairs
Feeling empowered to fix your own vehicle isn’t just a way to avoid the damsel in distress stereotype, it’s a very real and useful skill to get you out of a rut – literally. Knowing the ins and outs of your car maintenance will save you thousands, and can even save your life in an emergency situation.

3. Buying groceries when hungry
Buying groceries when you’re hungry or have the munchies can lead to a dark, dark rabbit-hole. We’re talking double digits on Pringles, brownies, and bread, when you should be focusing on pragmatic purchases that prioritize balance, nutrition, and vegetables.

4. Cable
In 2019, it’s rare to meet someone that has cable anyway, but surprisingly, a lot of the population still does. This is a big monthly fee, and unless you write about television or work from home all the time, it’s a pretty useless service. Almost every show can be found streaming online, so do your research.