How to Save Money While in Quarantine

Nov 19, 2020

Close up of a girl on her bed with a bowl of popcorn and holding a TV remote

Tips to Save Some Cash While Staying at Home

With millions of people staying at home and many laid offrndue to the Coronavirus situation, money is tighter than ever for familiesrnacross the nation. Thankfully, there are ways you can reduce the amount you payrnwhile in quarantine. Here are a few tips you should consider in order to savernsome cash while staying at home.

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Lower Utility Usage

While you may not be able to control the amount you pay forrnrent or your mortgage, but you can control how much water and electricity yournuse. Try to take shorter showers and don’t let the water run while you arernbrushing your teeth. Regarding electricity, avoid leaving lights on when no onernis in the room. Reducing the number of lights can also lower electricity costs.rnWarm in the house but cool outside? Skip the A/C unit and open a window to getrnsome fresh air and a cool breeze in.

Cancel Unnecessary Subscriptions and Services

How often do you watch TV? Do you use that Netflix or Hulu account you pay a subscription fee for every month? Consider canceling any services you and your family don’t use. Cable is a big one to consider as that is the most expensive form of entertainment for families to keep and there are many cheaper options available.

Plan and Ration Your Meals

Happy family making pizzas at home

Since we can no longer visit restaurants or bars to get a good meal, it’s time to start prepping your food at home more. Plan the meals you want to make so you know what you need to buy. Avoid getting delivery if you can. Getting food delivered is more expensive from a restaurant and you will need to pay a delivery fee plus a tip for the driver. Have a full pantry, fridge, or freezer? Cut grocery costs by eating the food you already have. Also, try to ration how much you eat. Of course, you want to consistently eat a healthy amount of nutritious food regardless of the situation. However, if you tend to eat heavily and you want to lose a few pounds, eating slightly less will be good for both your wallet and stomach.

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How are you saving money while staying at home? Let us knowrnin the comments! If you found this post helpful, check out more tips and tricks on the OkCarzrnblog!