Business SAVING | 2023
SAVING Business | 2023
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Keep on running
WITH ALL THE SPENDING CUTS AND RISE IN TAXES, LONDONERS ARE FEELING THE PINCH MORE THAN MOST. TRY THESE TOP TIPS FOR SMART SAVINGS AND YOUR BANK ACCOUNT MIGHT LOOK A LITTLE PERKIER
reputable experts on-hand seven days
workout less than twice a week every
a week to find the best deals available
week – get rid of it! London gyms can
and make sure installation and set-up
cost an absolute bomb and there’s no
goes smoothly.
green spaces. Nothing burns calories
costs 7 Drive down
like a good run around the park. If
Developing good driving habits can cut
you haven’t run before, break it down
your annual fuel bill by 20% - which
into short bursts. Try jogging for three
might come in handy if fuel prices stay
minutes, walking for one more and
as high as they are. Always ensure you
then repeating this three times. Feel
only drive when necessary, remove any
OK? Extend the amount of time you
extra weight that’s not needed, such as
run for by a minute and build it up to
roof racks, drive smoothly and gently,
increase your fitness.
and never fill your petrol tank up to
5
full. According to the Department for
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Make on mystery shopping
Restaurants,
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hotels,
supermarkets
It’s a snip!
Transport, driving at 70mph uses up
Before going shopping – either on the
to 15% more than at 50mph, while
high street or online, shop for voucher
cruising at 80mph can use up to 25%
websites and discount apps for free
more fuel than at 70mph – that’s some
bargains. Whether it’s two for one meal
hike!
eye on, if you’re planning on spending
in 8 Eat season
money, check if there’s a voucher first.
Buying fruit and vegetables when
deals or 25% off a dress you’ve had your
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for better tariffs. There are several
If you have a gym membership but go
need when we have so many gorgeous
Cashing In
internet and phone too can be switched
they’re in season will save a few
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Swap shop
Fancy
some
their items. Not only will you have a
There are amazing finds from vintage
new
togs
without
with refreshed stock for the wardrobe!
3 Mumbo jumble
pennies. From June, veggies like new potatoes, beetroot and tomatoes, and
sought
You know you’re supposed to switch
fruit such as strawberries, raspberries
after records and
suppliers when it comes to insurance,
and plums are all in season – so look
energy and the like – but it can be hard
out for plenty of supermarket offers or
to find the time. Set a date in your
bargains at the market.
clothes
great evening in, everyone will leave
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Switch it
to
and coffee shops all receive visits
splashing the cash? Organise a clothes
from mystery shoppers – and you can
swap party by inviting some friends
become one! Sign up with reputable
round. Everyone should bring a
For a jumble sale with a difference,
agencies and follow their instructions
bottle of wine and a bag full of clothes
head to Camden Market in London
definitely
and stick to it. Shopping a variety of
it 9 Auction off
when you’re on the job. Free meals out
they’re happy to swap, then it’s up to
where there is a melting pot of fashion,
unique bargains.
websites can save you a lot more than
Now the weather’s finer, it’s a good
– or even nights away – can be yours!
all the individuals to swap and barter
music and food across the quarters.
you’d think. And don’t forget your TV,
time to have a clear out. Whether you
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