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Make Smart Cuts With Minimal Pain
Money stretches farther through less costly and people-friendly choices
Whether trying to save for a big purchase, pay off debt or simply make ends meet, cutting costs in smart and practical ways can make a big difference.
Every dollar counts in today’s economy. Yet, quality of life need not suffer in the quest to spend less. A few strategic changes in daily habits, budgeting techniques and spending choices can stretch dollars further than ever thought possible.
This is fertile ground for Ilyce Glink. A real estate and financial wellness expert, author, speaker, entrepreneur and founder of ThinkGlink, she seeks innovative solutions to all sorts of problems.
Good Money Management Now Will Give You a More Secure Future
Glink and money experts at Experian, a consumer credit reporting company, looked at how to stretch dollars and offered practical tips to cut costs and save with minimal pain.
A key element is to balance cutting costs to stretch dollars with maintaining a quality of life that feels satisfying.
Focus on high-value spending. Trim excess on things that don’t bring joy while keeping what truly matters. Use mindful budgeting, swap expensive…