18 Things Thrifty People Never Do!

I don't know about you, but I am constantly looking for the most economical lifestyle possible ...

... but without sacrificing my quality of life.

Over the years and with some effort, I have learned a lot.

I've learned the little things you can do without feeling like you're missing out on something.

But I've also learned that sometimes you have to spend money to save it.

I learned what it really means to live a simple, frugal life. Admit, that intrigues you, eh?

So, read this article to find out the 18 things frugal people never do :

simple tips for saving every day

1. Buy food from the vending machine

Other than life and death situations, there is no reason to buy food or drink from a vending machine.

Not only are the nutritional values ​​of the products questionable, but also their prices are excessively expensive.

2. Waste paper

Frankly, I can't even remember the last time I bought paper in a store.

At home, we only use scrap paper that I bring home from work (asking permission, of course).

We also have a ream of “beautiful” paper at home for the rare times we need it. But for current impressions, we recycle!

3. Pay an exorbitant satellite TV subscription

A priori, I have nothing against cable channels.

On the other hand, I have a big problem with the disproportionate prices of the packages offered by some suppliers.

With a little research, we find offers at much more competitive prices which, in the long run, allow us to make considerable savings.

For example with the offer of Netflix or even PopCornTime.

4. Thinking that hard discounting is always the best deal

Hard discount supermarkets, like Aldi, have grown in importance in recent years.

Although they are very convenient, in reality they do not necessarily offer the best price.

The supermarket in your neighborhood also has promotional products that can beat those offered by the hard discount.

So, don't forget to take a look. Either way, never forget to watch the price per kilo to avoid scams!

5. Miss the “shock price” offers!

Supermarkets have fine-tuned their technique. To bait you, they offer flagship products at "shock prices" that are often unbeatable.

But what they really want is to get you into their supermarket. This is where they will try to trick you with marketing tricks.

Their goal ? Whether you buy other products that don't save you money.

Conclusion: the "shock price" offers are an excellent way to make big savings.

But ONLY if you are able to avoid these pitfalls and stick to only discounted products.

6. Use discount coupons just on principle

Here is another marketing trick used by supermarkets.

The coupons were designed to entice you to buy a product (at a lower cost). It’s an effective tactic.

But be careful, remember: thrifty people only buy products that they need !

If it turns out they have a coupon for this product, that's the icing on the cake!

The goal is not to buy a product just because you have a discount coupon to use.

7. Let the fresh produce rot

On this occasion, I admit that I am sometimes guilty!

I think everyone knows what I'm talking about.

The leftover salad we put in the bottom of the fridge and find it turned into a gooey mass a few days later.

Yes, it happens to me too.

Truly thrifty people go out of their way not to waste fresh produce!

8. Waste the leftovers

Again, I have to plead guilty.

Thrifty people know that not eating leftovers means throwing money out the window.

To avoid wasting leftovers, the trick is to put leftovers on the front of the fridge shelves.

It serves as a reminder and encourages us to eat them instead of wasting money!

9. Let go of a good plan

Sometimes a good sale takes you by surprise. For example, sandals on sale at 90% in the middle of December.

Obviously, now is not really the time to buy a new pair of sandals.

However, we know we will need it in summer.

Thrifty people always have the flexibility to dip into their savings if it allows them to take advantage of a great deal.

Why ? Because they know it will save them money in the near future.

10. Underuse the freezer

Thrifty people know that big savings can be made with frozen meals.

When you don't have enough time to prepare a meal, why go to a restaurant (€ 30) when you can put a frozen dish (€ 5) in the oven?

That's € 25 in savings for just one meal!

11. Being reluctant to spend money on something you really need

Even the thriftiest of the thriftiest know that some things are just worth buying.

It can be a great tool that will save you money on DIY.

For others, it may be a foundation that you really need.

Either way, if you find that you really need a product, there is no point in blaming it.

Especially if it's a quality product that will last a long time.

12. Missing clothing store liquidations

Thrifty people never look at “normal” displays when looking for clothes.

They prefer to look in stores that have stock clearance or special sales, and not just outlet stores.

Personally, I don't hesitate to take a look at the brand name stores, as long as it's on sale.

Last weekend, I bought 7 pairs of men's sandals, and 3 pairs of women's shoes for only € 55.

And beware, these were designer shoes, eh!

13. Refuse odd jobs

Whether it's blogging, babysitting a cat, a child, or gardening, thrifty people don't mind taking an odd job if it can make money.

They realize the value of paid work, especially when the budget is tight. There is no such thing as a stupid job!

14. Go to coffee every day

Enjoying good coffee on a patio is nice, but frugal people understand that a coffee break should be limited to special occasions.

The savings will add up quickly if you consider that a cup of coffee at home costs just $ 0.25!

For those who have a coffee machine in the office, consider bringing your thermos.

15. Snob the savings achievable by changing mobile plan

Thrifty people get it all. You follow me ?

Why continue to pay more for a plan when you can take advantage of unlimited plans for less than € 20 per month?

16. Feeling bad about giving second-hand gifts

When it comes to gifts, frugal people have no qualms about giving away a second-hand item.

Concrete example: we offered a mini pink electric 4x4 to our daughter for Christmas.

We bought her secondhand at an unbeatable price and she loved it.

No need to give your kids the moon, all they need is a good time with their parents!

17. Thinking that there is a big difference between a 72 inch and a 47 inch screen

I'm sure there are some who won't agree with me: but for me, you can see the image just as well on a 109cm screen as it does on a 152cm screen.

The image is not more blurry, you can hear just as well and above all, it saves you a lot of money!

18. Pay for a good time

If there's one thing to remember, it's this:

Thrifty people know that having a good time with loved ones doesn't have to mean spending money.

A walk, a sunset, watch a movie at home ... There are tons of other activities that don't cost a single penny!

This trick has an unexpected advantage. When you don't spend money, you are more relaxed.

And when you're relaxed, your kids feel it. Result: it allows you to get closer to your children.

Do you like this trick ? Share it with your friends on Facebook.

Also to discover:

29 Easy Money-Saving Tips (And No, You Don't Know Them All!)

Save on Shopping with a Weekly Budget.


$config[zx-auto] not found$config[zx-overlay] not found