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Smart Ways People Spend Money to Save Money
Frugal people have a reputation for not spending money. At its core, this reputation harbors much truth, but it’s not always the case. Being frugal doesn’t mean pinching as many pennies as possible, it’s also a longterm strategy to save money. If you see a frugal person making a big purchase, you should be sure they’ve given it much thought.
If you’ve earned money once, you can likely earn it again. This also gives you perspective, and it makes blowing money a lot less fun. Fortunately, some expenses that hurt in the moment prevent more money from coming out of your pocket in the future.
It’s possible to be both frugal and rational. This means you’ll have to let go of some money. It also means you’ll see a return in the future. After a while you’ll be glad you made certain purchases. These money saving habits aren’t just reserved for frugal people, they’re the things smart people do.
1. They Buy Insurance
Not every state requires car insurance, and not every product is worthy of an insurance plan. When it comes to repairs on certain products, the risk of damage is greater than the risk of not having insurance. Smart people invest in insurance for big products like their smartphone or computer, because the replacement or repair could be far more expensive. If the insurance is…