Buscar

Translate

Following The Newbies Guide To Frugal Living

By Kenya England


Money struggles are the number one cause of fights between family members. When a family is struggling to make ends meet they will often experience extreme stress and begin to take out their frustration on each other. Even when the situation is temporary it will cause a lot of harm to everyone. Statistics show that many relationships end because of money problems.

The key to saving money is simple to be aware of where every penny goes. This is all explained in the Newbies guide to Frugal Living. This easy read publication is perfect for anyone trying to keep a few extra dollars in their pocket at the end of each month. It is also equally important for those who are trying to get ahead financially and pay off debts.

Financial success is typically a team effort. Everyone in the family must be comfortable with the program and know how it will benefit them. After all they will be required to make sacrifices and learn new skills. If everyone is clear about the final goal it will certainly help. Even the children should be included in discussion and told what is happening so that they can help.

If the family is used to living beyond their means they will have to psychologically readjust to a new way of thinking. This will typically mean little or no eating out. Instead, the family can pack a picnic and head to a free local park for some great family time. The kids will enjoy time outdoors playing sports and games. Putting a positive face on this will really help everyone to get through the rough times.

It is now considered hip and trendy to shop for clothes at a consignment store. Just a few years ago many people were embarrassed to wear second hand clothes. With the recent economic downturn all that has changed. Women now are happy to chat with their friends about all their latest bargains and compete to see who can get the best deals.

Consignment stores are the perfect place to shop for babies and children. Most of the clothing is in near perfect condition. It is quite possible to pick up an expensive designer outfit for next to nothing. Most stores also sell cribs, strollers and other baby items at very reasonable prices. These big ticket items can really add up and will only be used for a short period of time.

Car pooling is also a great way to save a lot of money and help protect the environment. There are many web sites that allow people to connect. People can post the route they are looking for and see if anyone has a spare seat in their car. If it is possible, using public transport is also a great way to save money and arrive at work stress free.

Every frugal person knows the value of shopping at consignment stores. They have the chance to buy brand name items that are practically new for just a few dollars. This is particularly handy for jackets, jeans and shoes. Many people have found that buying these items on eBay is also a great way to save a lot of money every year.




About the Author:



 
ITS ALL ABOUT Finance © 2012