From moneysaving apps to switching the boiler off at night, your tips to help save money
08.05.2022 - 11:15
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As the cost of living crisis continues, it’s always good to know about any tips on how to save a few extra pennies. A month on from Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis warning that household bills could increase by 54%, costing people hundreds of pounds more a year , and people are starting to feel the pinch.
There have been some ideas from those in power on how to save money, from avoiding buying Greggs to cancelling Netflix, but how much of a difference will that really make? While these tips might save you a few bob every month, getting rid of the things in your life that you enjoy only goes so far. Thankfully, there are ways that you can save on food, clothes and heating.
Too Good To Go offers customers restaurant, cafe or shop food that has passed its shelf life but is still perfectly good. The app allows you to pick up food from a variety of places all over the country, including brands like Starbucks, Yo! Sushi and the Manchester Art Gallery café.
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Meanwhile, Olio is a community app which offers food out that residents in your area might have bought and found they have no use for. Utilising apps like these mean that you can still enjoy treats from your favourite places, or even try new foods that you wouldn’t usually buy, but at the same time, spend a lot less.
Similarly, apps such as Vinted and Depop allow you to purchase second hand clothing, as well as, sometimes, new pieces, at a fraction of the retail price. Similarly, one way to keep your wardrobe refreshed on a budget is to sell what you don’t wear and replace it with something you will through these apps.
Vicky Hamilton shared her thoughts on Facebook and explained how she keeps