8 Overlooked Ways You Waste Money

Forgetting About Subscriptions

Every service these days offers a subscription model to maximize revenue. The problem with this is we forget about the services we sign up for.

Grocery Shopping When Hungry

I can count a number of times without much thought when I went shopping for one thing and ended up bringing home a frozen pizza, ice cream, and a bag of chips.

Throwing Out Leftovers

While this act seems innocent, it is costing you money. You could save the food and reheat it for lunch or dinner on another day.

Not Planning Major Purchases

Major purchases tend to cost a lot of money. If you don’t plan for them, they could cost you thousands more.

Getting Caught Up in Fads

There are all sorts of fads out there, from Beanie Babies back in the day, to fidget spinners more recently. Heck, even getting caught up in conspiracy theories can rob you of your money.

Following Expiration Dates

It is important to understand the difference between an expiration date, a use by date, and a sell by date, as they are all very different.

Couponing

Couponing can be a great way to save money, but it also can be a trick to get you to spend more. In some cases, we see the coupon for $1 off and can’t pass up the deal, even if we have no real interest in buying the item.

Avoiding Car Maintenance

Paying to get your oil changed or air filters replaced can seem more like an inconvenience than a requirement. As a result, many people skip these routine services.

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