Money For Grabs

With all the news concerning the down turn in the economy it is pretty easy to get discouraged when it comes to saving money. And with discouragement comes a lack of doing anything. Whatever you do do not let the media dictate whether or not you will start your savings. You can get control of your money.

Ever wonder how you will get that 3 to 6 months of living expenses socked away in case of emergencies? So had I so I set out looking for ways to add to my savings. Here are a few of those simple ways to kick start your savings.

The first way to start your savings is to stop talking about it and doing it. Yes, I said get off your behind and start saving. It does not take a lot to get started even $5 each week is better than nothing each week. And it will begin to add up after a few weeks. Every little bit helps the key is to start your savings today and don’t wait.

The next way to get going is to pay yourself first. I know, I know you have heard it before. Ever wonder why you hear it? Because it works. When you go to cash your paycheck put 10% of it into a savings account that you do not touch. If you bring home $400 each week that is only $40 each week but it adds up to $2080 each year. It may hurt for a couple of weeks or even months but if you keep doing it it will become a habit and you will learn to not miss the money. Better yet if your employer offers direct deposit have them put the 10% right into your money market or savings account and you will never miss it.

Next make sure you keep a watch on what you spend throughout the day. You will most likely be amazed at how much you waste on this candy bar or that soda pop. Why not drink water from the tap instead of bottled water. Once you begin to eliminate all the fancy extras make sure that you put the savings into your savings account.

I know nobody really likes clipping coupons but you can save an awful lot of money if you do. Again just make sure that you save the savings. You already have a food budget so when you clip the coupons and do not need to spend your entire food allowance put away the difference.

Collecting your pocket change can be a great way to jump start your savings. Simple put a jar, can or other type of container where you empty your pockets every night. We are creatures of habit so you most likely do that in the same place every night. It is simple and can add up to a couple of dollars per week easily. At the end of the month take it to the bank and put it into your savings account

Every dollar you save will add up over time. Remember the old saying ‘a penny saved is a penny earned’ and regardless if you are only socking away a few dollars or hundreds of dollars each week you are socking it away. It won’t be long and you will be glad you have got a good start on your savings.