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So, you’ve decided you want to save up for driving lessons, or perhaps a holiday. Or, it might be that you don’t have a specific goal in mind but want to make it through the month worrying a little less. Whichever category you fall in to, you’re probably feeling a bit daunted by the prospect. Having money to put away each month might not seem, at first, like something you can do. But fear not: by developing good spending habits and thinking about where your money goes, you can reach your savings goals. From your Savings ABC to being thrifty with food, tech, socialising, shopping and travel, our 34 ways to save tool can help.
If you don’t yet have a savings goal in mind, sign up to Money Saving Expert’s weekly saving tips email, it gives handy hints about how to save. Also it’s worth using comparison websites such as Compare the Market to check out whether you can save money on all sorts of things from car insurance to household bills. Finally, MoneyHelper is a brilliant one-stop-shop for free impartial advice on all money matters.
34 Ways to Save isn’t the only way you can improve your money management. Get to know your Money Personality, get help Understanding your Payslip and learn to think long term about Your money and your life.
Please note: We’ve provided these savings tips for information purposes only. This isn't financial advice. We don’t give tax advice, so you should seek independent advice from a suitably qualified professional if you need it