January 12, 2026

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Saving money doesn't always require big sacrifices. Sometimes, the easiest way to cut costs is by making a few small swaps in your everyday routine. Try some of the simple suggestions below and watch your savings add up month after month. It's the little things!

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Handy Hint: Skip the Coffee Shop, Brew at Home

Stopping at Starbucks or Dunkin every morning can quietly drain your budget fast. A single coffee or tea may not seem that expensive, but they add up fast over the coarse of a month.

Start brewing your favorite coffee or tea at home will cost just a fraction per cup, especially when you buy your grounds or beans in bulk. Pair it with a reusable mug that will keep your drink warm on your commute.

This simple swap can save you $40 - $50 a month without giving up your morning drink. You'll still get the flavor and the caffeine except you will have more money in your wallet.

Thrifty Tip: Brand Names --> Store Brands

Store brand groceries, medications, and household items are the easiest way to start saving money without sacrificing quality. In many cases, these products are made by the same manufacturers as the name brand and must meet the same safety and quality standards, they just come in different packaging.

Because store brands spend less on advertising and flashy packaging, those savings get passed directly to us, the consumer. Swapping even just a handful of name-brand items for store brands each month can easily save you $20 a month or more.

Thrifty Tip: Disposable Batteries --> Rechargeable Batteries

Rechargeable batteries cost a little more upfront, but they are one of the smartest long-term swaps you can make that will save you money. A single set can be recharged hundreds of times, replacing dozens of disposable batteries that would just end of in the garbage.

If you regularly use batteries for remotes, toys, flashlights, or holiday decor, the savings will add up fast.


Got a tip of your own, Handy or Thrifty? Reply back to me, I love reading your tips and ideas!