From the gas tank to the grocery store inflation is here to stay and everyone is worried about it. Sometimes you need to take stock of your financial situation and be accountable for yourself. Are you looking for ways to advance your income and cut your spending? Here are some suggestions on what you can do today to fight inflation.
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Start a side hustle to generate extra income
- Shop around for the best gas prices. There are apps available like GasBuddy that will search nearby and find the lowest prices near you.
- Combining errands and cutting out special trips for just one or two items.
- Using cruise control helps if you’re on the interstate.
- Keeping your tires inflated helps your gas mileage.
- Join gas rewards programs.
- Join a warehouse membership.
- Stop buying premium.
- Fill up earlier in the week (and never on weekends).
- Get on a Budget.
- Look for Cheaper Alternatives or Try New Stores.
- Cut Unnecessary Expenses.
- Pay with cash.
- Cancel or Reduce Subscriptions like Netflix
- Bag a lunch.
- Re-evaluate Your Cell Phone Service
- Adjust your lifestyle
- Discover new ways for your family to earn money
- Never buy new stuff if you can help it
- Cut up your credit cards
- Learn to say NO or Not Now
- Develop a Budget
- Clear your Debts!
- Eat at Home
- Buy in bulk.
- Stockpile of non-perishable goods
- Consider Working Longer or Take a Part-time Job
- Postpone Large Purchases
- Use Promo Codes and Coupons Strategically
- Take Advantage of Reward Programs
- Check Retailers’ Weekly Ads
- Look for Gift-Card-With-Purchase Offers
- Ask for a raise
- Make your grocery list based on your pantry
- Shop at a discount store
- Shop alone and as little as possible
- Always skip prepared foods
- Avoiding Grocery Shopping When Hungry or Stressed
- Negotiate With Your Service Providers
- Stop Adjusting the Thermostat.
- Take Advantage of Free Entertainment
- Make It a Staycation
- Never fly when you can drive
- Sell what you no longer need
- Avoid being over-insured
- Take better care of your health