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Rather than following a strict budget, some people prefer to cut corners on their everyday, or larger expenses. Which may sound like a good idea at the time, but it doesn’t always end up all sunshine and rainbows. For example, expenses like mattresses, shoes and manual labor will almost always justify spending the full cost. To save yourself money and frustration, check out what purchases you shouldn’t cut corners on below.
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YOUR TABLET BECOMES AN EXPENSIVE COASTER
EVERYONE NEEDS A GOOD PAIR OF SHOES
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That Black Friday deal looked great until your $50 tablet turned into a coaster on the coffee table. Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. With electronics it’s easy to cut corners and buy a cheaper version, but just like with everything else on this list, it ends up hurting you in the long run.
It’s pretty common knowledge that when you aren’t sleeping, you’re more than likely on your feet. Which makes it extra important that you invest in a good pair of shoes.
We know it’s tempting to drive out of your way when you see that gas is a whopping 50 cents cheaper in the next town over. But have you ever done the math to see if it’s worth the extra hassle?
With electronics, you get what you pay for. It’s usually not what you want to hear, but unfortunately it’s true. The best thing to do when buying electronics is to do your research, shop around and see where you can find the best deal. By doing this, you’ll save yourself money, and a headache when your $50 tablet keeps shutting off for no reason.
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Think about your shoe purchases in the past. Has it ever been worth it to buy that cheap pair of Target shoes? In most cases, the answer will be no. In the end you’ll spend double the amount of money because high quality shoes are meant to last longer than the discount options.
Think about it, you’re probably driving no less than 15 minutes out of your way, through traffic, and chances are there’s a gas station right next to your house. Which means driving that 15+ minutes in the opposite direction for a small savings will result in actually spending more money. Before you go out of your way, do the math and see if it’s truly worth it.
