When money is tight, it can be frustrating. We still want to enjoy some of the little luxuries in life, but it can be difficult when the bills start piling up. However, there are ways to save a bit here and there, and using deals and voucher codes can accumulate into big savings over the year. Here are some super easy ways to save money and still enjoy yourself.
Online shopping codes
Online shopping codes can be a godsend when there aren’t as many pennies in the pot as you would like. Sites such as http://www.plusvouchercode.co.uk/ offer a great search facility for all the deals you need in one easy place. You can find coupons at stores such as Debenhams, Amazon, Travelodge and House of Fraser. These can be anything from £5 off your first order to free delivery on products. There are 3 for 2 deals at M&S and holiday discounts at places such as Chessington World of Adventures. You can slash money off clothes, days out, groceries and more just by doing a couple of simple searches online. It’s worth totting up how much you’re saving each time, so at the end of the year, you can get the big picture on how much you have achieved. You can even start a separate account for these savings and put the money towards a special treat.
Make Google your best friend if you have a certain product in mind that you need to buy. Just because it’s advertised in a store at a certain price doesn’t mean you won’t find a better deal online. Online stores often have flash-sales that you can take advantage of. Or again, you may be able to use one of your online discount codes to put towards your chosen product. It’s worth spending a bit of time searching around if it can save you pounds. On my blog I also offer competitions and giveaways that will save you pounds, so it’s always worth taking a peek.
Treat time?
Are you craving a couple of nights away with the girls but it just doesn’t seem affordable? We all need some downtime, and it’s beneficial to your health to get away every so often. Spa trips can be expensive, but if it fits into your schedule look out for mid-week or Sunday night deals. Lots of hotels struggle to make up the numbers out of season or off weekends. It’s worth phoning the hotel directly to see if they can offer you a deal. Some spa hotels also offer up to 20% discount on treatments if you are booking mid week. You can always take your own Champagne to celebrate in the room instead of ordering costly room service too.
Cashback and rewards
Another way to make savings throughout the year is to look out for cash back on card deals. There are card deals out there that give you 1% back on fuel and supermarket bills. Cash back is often better than reward schemes as you get cold-hard cash back on the card. Do your research and see what card works best for you. For example, a new Amex card will give you £100 introductory cashback, but you will need to spend £2,000 in the first three months. Whereas an Asda cashback card will earn you 1% back on all store, online and fuel shopping. If you like fashion and online shopping ASOS have also introduced a great reward scheme where you get 5 points for every £1 spent. 500 points turn into £5 to spend online.
It’s worth the time and effort to look around for both online and offline deals when it comes to saving money. After all, we want to enjoy ourselves while knowing we’ve got the best deal possible.
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