A Frugal Year in Review

2013~ * A FRUGAL YEAR IN REVIEW ★ When we published our Frugal Living Handbook, our readers responded. The month-by-month guide to saving money in your everyday life is an easy reference for QuickQuid users. As the year comes to a close and the season for New Year's resolutions approaches, we're highlighting the tips that can make the biggest difference in your financial life. JANUARY FEBRUARY The Budget Cushion Save some money for D.I.Y. If you can do it yourself... then do it! Make meals at home, learn simple car repairs, make your own soap and more! surprise expenses. MARCH APRIL Use What You Have When putting meals together at home, first use up the items that have been in your freezer or pantry for a while. Stay Healthy your body is in shape, you'll miss fewer days of work and require fewer visits to the doctor. If MAY JUNE Swap Stuff Instead of going shopping when you need clothes, host a clothing swap with friends and family. The Potluck Having a party? Potlucks are not just cheaper, they're less stressful for the host and promote a greater variety in food. JULY AUGUST Camping A cheap option for lodging is to stay in a campground when Air Drying One way to make your clothes last a whole lot longer is to hang them up to dry instead of tumble-drying them. you travel. TRA SEPTEMBER OCTOBER Ride Sharing Carpooling to work can save you money on petrol and car repairs. Low-Flow Showerhead This little invention can save a household thousands of litres of water annually. NOVEMBER DECEMBER Get Quality Electronics If you've decided to buy a new smartphone or computer, spend a little more on a product that will last. This costs more up front but saves Avoid Impulse Buying Try not to make a purchase until you've thought about it for at least two weeks. you money down the line. QuickQuid