Leid Stories - 05.04.22

Here's what we're talking about on Leid Stories today -- Living well(ish) on a tight budget.

 

SAVING MONEY IN A WAR ECONOMY: SUGGESTIONS

 

︎Are you preparing / have you begun to make plans to live in a war economy? What changes have you made or are planning to make? What plans should we consider making right now?

 

︎Make a plan, with a minimum of how much you'll try to save each week. Encourage each member of your household to do the same.

 

︎Set up your own network of family and friends also trying to cut expenses and save money.

 

︎ Cut your utility bills.

 

︎Cut your drycleaning bill.

 

︎Start a pantry for making simple, low-cost, nutritious meals.

 

︎ Make a list of people near you who should be checked on or might need assistance.

 

︎ Stay on (or, even better,  below) budget, taking advantage of specials and sales.

 

︎Consider healthier choices for you and your family.

 

︎Creatively mix and match or recycle clothing.

 

︎Buy when there's a good sale.