SAVING MONEY
Share your thought on how you save money?
Have you tried any of the following and did they work?Installed a solar system, has it saved some money?
Turning off appliances that are on standby, has it reduced your power bill?
An special saving account possibly with no card access.
A jar or money box for all your loose change.
Eating at home instead of eating out and not buying take away.
Shopping for the specials at the supermarket.
Booking a holiday or travel in advance to get a better saving.
Working out a budget and the hardest part, sticking to the budget.
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Comments:
from Wedderburn Victoria
born 1954
We installed a Solar Electric and Hot water system back in July last year.
8 X 1.96 kwt panels and a 2kwt inverter. Our last bill last week was over $520.00. Our payment was only $179.00. A $341.00 saving. The one before that was over $400.00. We paid out about $97.00 for that one.
During the hot weather, we have had the split systems x 2 on 24/7. 2 people having showers all the time. Washing machine on every 3rd or 4th day, Dishes being washed every day.
These days you need to look around as there are many Solar companies coming out of the wood work. Some panels are over seas models. Some don't have the Anti Freeze in them to stop them from cracking or breaking on a frosty morning. Prices vary like crazy these days. Commercials on T.V. are showing systems completed for under $4,000.00. Are they any good? Don't know. Do your homework first before you buy. We used Solahart because they have a good reputation and their products are made in Australia. So I'm told.
Comment posted: 2nd April 2013, 09:07:05 am
from Victoria Australia
born 1954
These days I really think it out before spending. It's not being a skrooge, it's just being sensible with the pension I have. During Christmas, I bought 8 new T/Shirts from Rivers. The sale for T/Shirts came out again and I was tempted to by more. Then I thought, how many can you wear at one time. I didn't buy any. (More money saved)
Comment posted: 22nd January 2013, 06:40:33 pm
from Victoria Australia
born 1954
Talk to your providers and get payment cards for your Electric and Gas so you can pay fortnightly. It comes in very handy when the bill comes in. If you do it right, you can end up in credit. Walk, don't drive if you can. Use bath water on your plants. Washing machine water is good if you don't have too stronger washing powder or liquids. (Read the labels) Pawn shops can help you make a little money. (Don't expect big money from them) A round glass Confection Oven works faster than a normal oven and a bit slower than a Microwave. (Anywhere from $49.00 up to $200.00)
The government is handing out power saving double adapters in Victoria. (3 per house)
Bendigo Show Grounds Market. Talbot Farmers Market. Caresbrook Trotting Track Market. Daylesford Market. Castlemaine Farmers Market.
Comment posted: 13th January 2013, 08:27:56 am
from Born in the Fifties
born 1954
Who enjoys going to markets to find a bargain, some fresh produce or a unique handcrafted present? I found a stall holder at a farmer maket that made the most delicious small cakes, the size of a muffin, the little carrot cakes were the best.
I usually buy plants for my garden at the market as they are cheaper so a great way to save a little money. The fruit and veges are always fresher as it is often the farmer selling them.
When I lived in Canberra I would often get up early to go to the farmer market at the Epic Showgrounds as they sold some wonderful food, meat from the farmer and seafood from Batemans Bay.
Is there a market in your area or that you visited on holidays that you would recommend as worth a visit?
Has anyone found a hidden gem at the market, a rare find or unique craft item?
Looking forward what you have to say.
Comment posted: 10th January 2013, 10:22:07 pm
from Born in the Fifties
born 1954
We invite EVERYONE born in the 1950s to join in the fun and post a comment on the website. Thank you to all those who have already contributed, keep those comments coming.
The website it is not just for those living in Australia and we are keen to hear from people living in other parts of the world.
Comment posted: 1st January 2013, 10:13:50 am
from Victoria Australia
born 1954
We are waiting on a proper bill to come to be able to make a proper judgement on it.
We've only had it on a few months but by the look of it the differents isn't too bad.
Pull plugs out when your not using them as power can still run through the lines.
(So I've been told)
Cloths washing in the night time. (Big washes, not many small ones)
Don't use a Cloths Dyer. A good Dish Washer saves on water and money. Block drafts up in doors, windows, man holes. Put saving lights in. Censer lights out side so they only come on when you get home in the night time. (Adjust properly) Don't boil full kettle for 1 cup of coffee. Glass bowl Confection Ovens cuts the price down from using a wall oven. Air Conditioners with converters save money. Check up on different energy companies.
Comment posted: 8th December 2012, 08:55:36 am
from Brisbane
born 1950
Buy cheap tomatoes at the market or tins on special. No name past at about 60 cents a pack feeds 4. Basil - grow your own or buy cheap and frreeze it when plentiful. Improve the sauce by adding cubed, steamed chicken or a little chopped bacon or mushrooms or a tin of flaked tuna.or some steamed, chopped vegies Same sauce with potatoes, cubed, steamed and lightly fried instead of the pasta is good too. Yummy (and cheap!!!)
Comment posted: 2nd November 2012, 04:25:49 pm
from Brisbane
born 1950
Comment posted: 2nd November 2012, 04:12:35 pm
from BORN IN THE FIFTIES
born 1954
We are keen to hear all the great ways to save a little money at Christmas as it can be an expensive time of the year. Do you have some great gift ideas, recipes to share or ways to have a fabulous Christmas without over spending. As a family do you now just give presents to the children or have some other way of giving presents.
Share your ideas and thoughts on saving money at Christmas.
Comment posted: 2nd November 2012, 06:31:00 am
from Perth
born 1950
I have a 1.3 Kw system
On a sunny day between 10 am and 2 pm
my system produces about 1kw per hour
My system faces directly North I have seen some systems facing east and west
they will not be as efficient nor those getting shaded by trees
Comment posted: 8th October 2012, 09:52:08 am