Paper coupons are no longer the only way to save at the grocery store. Digital coupons, loyalty-program offers, cash-back programs and receipt rewards can all provide savings without clipping coupons from newspaper inserts. Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock Couponing looks completely different from what it did when shoppers spent Sunday mornings cutting offers from newspaper inserts and organizing them in binders. Paper coupons haven’t disappeared, but you no longer need scissors—or even a printer—to get many of the same […]

Frugal people aren’t big fans of excessive spending, but even they have to admit that spending on these seven things is well worth the cost. 1. Legal Advice This might be a curveball as the first expense on the list, but frugal people would agree: if you need legal advice, now is not the time to cut corners. It’s not like every lawyer is worth the high price. But if it comes highly recommended but could potentially be too expensive, frugal people will still shell out the money to make it happen. 2. Vacations On the other side of the coin, we have vacations. They’re one of the most frivolous things you can spend your money on. Yet, frugal people understand the value of getting away and having fun. It’s not like they won’t find ways to spend money along the way, but they’re never going to say spending on vacation is a waste of money. 3. Home Security If you don’t feel safe in your home, it’s worth investing money to ensure you do. Frugal people will find less expensive approaches to this; some would rather put up a fence instead of installing a full-blown security system. But that doesn’t mean they don’t know the value of feeling comfortable at home. It’s certainly a feeling you can’t put a price on. 4. Good Food This expense doesn’t mean spending money on prime rib dinners; it means spending on food that nourishes your body and keeps you healthy. Frugal people know how to shop for this food without going broke, focusing mainly on fruits, vegetables, and dry goods rather than brand-name fad foods. Still, they won’t shy away from spending extra on quality food. 5. Health and Wellness Expenses You only get one body, so spending money on your health is one of the best investments you can make. Frugal people know the best way to save money is by taking a preventative approach to your health. But they’d never shy away from spending if it meant their health or comfort was on the line. This includes health insurance like dental and vision insurance because frugal individuals know there’s no turning back once your teeth or eyes start to go. 6. Quality Electronics This one might seem odd, too, because you’d think that frugal people would find electronics to be a waste of money. But we’ve reached a point where things like phones and TVs are integral to our daily lives. And if there’s anything a frugal person believes, it’s investing in something well-made, even if it’s more expensive, since it’s much more likely to last longer and perform better. 7. Quality Clothes and Shoes It’s the same concept as with electronics; buying higher quality shoes and clothes means you’ll get more mileage out of them. We’ve all bought ten-dollar jeans from a fast fashion store and regretted it when they didn’t last more than a few months. Frugal people would much rather spend five times that to ensure an

This composite case is built from patterns I see repeatedly in practice. Names and numbers are fictional. I show every calculation so you can check it and reuse the method. This is Part 1 of a four-part case study. About the author: Ajay Pruthi is a fee-only SEBI-registered investment advisor. He can be contacted via his… The post 2 Crores in FDs, Single, 42, Wants to Retire at 50 – Retirement Planning Case Study Part 1 […]

You’ve decided to buy a house. Congratulations! Now comes the hard part. Buying a home in Jamaica can be exciting, but if this is your first time doing it, the process can also feel overwhelming. Between finding the property, getting a mortgage, paying closing costs, dealing with lawyers, valuations, surveys and trying to figure out exactly how much house you can actually afford, there is a lot to think about. I bought my first home […]

12 Ways to Reduce the Cost of Moving Interstate Moving interstate is one of those costs that sneaks up on people. A quote arrives, it says three and a half thousand dollars, and suddenly the fresh start feels expensive before it has begun. Here is the part worth knowing: most of that number is negotiable, […] The post How to Move Interstate Without Blowing the Budget: 12 Ways to Cut Costs appeared first on The […]

Homeownership has felt out of reach for many but with recent changes and some knowledge, it might be easier than you think. Anish Puri from Perth founded NestPath which is free and can help you with everything you need to get into the property market. What is your side hustle? NestPath is a free education […] The post Tips For First Home Buyers from NestPath appeared first on The Thrifty Issue.

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