Enslins | Thriving with Enslins’ Financial Tips
Enslins understands how important it is to save smart, cut expenses, and secure your financial future.
Navigating tough financial times can be challenging, especially when inflation continues to impact our everyday expenses, leaving less money to save. However, with the right approach and a few smart trade-offs, it is completely possible to manage your budget effectively and make a significant difference in your long-term financial goals. Saving even a small amount, like R200 per month, can accumulate over time.
1. Prioritise savings each month
Starting early and being patient is key. By treating saving as a non-negotiable monthly expense, you can see it as any other monthly bill. Set up automatic transfers to your savings account to ensure consistency.
2. Plan out monthly expenses
Cutting day-to-day living expenses requires mindfulness and creativity. Consider planning meals in advance to minimise food waste and shop wisely by comparing prices and avoiding unnecessary purchases.
Before making any non-essential purchases, take a moment to debate whether you really need the item or not this month. Explore more cost-effective alternatives to expensive outings or pricey gifts.
3. Watch out for fees
While looking for these cheaper alternatives, don’t forget to take a look at banking costs. For example, if you have multiple credit cards, consider consolidating the balances into an account with a better interest rate.
Make sure you avoid costly overdraft fees by checking your monthly balance and perhaps linking your savings account to your checking account. Minimise those ATM fees by always using your bank’s ATMs.
4. Create your budget
Overall, crafting a realistic budget and monitoring your spending are essential to staying on track. Be open to making adjustments as needed and seek financial advice when necessary. With discipline and determination, even the smallest savings can add up and pave the way towards a more secure financial future.
Contact your nearest Enslins firm to find out more about how we can assist you.
