So I’m 30, and that means the idea of saving up for a house is increasingly more present…what are your tips for saving?
I use roundup already on my payments, but any other tips? 
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I learnt if I wanted to buy something on impulse, sleep on it a few days and see if I still want it. Turns out I never do.
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Unless you’re in Dreams looking at new beds - they banned me after one night.
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Take a hard look at your spending and be honest about what’s genuinely essential - then be prepared to cut back.
For example, do you really need Sky TV, or could you manage without it for a year by reading more, watching Freeview, going for walks or spending more time with friends? Do you need to buy new clothes every month, or can you make what you already own last a little longer? And yes, I’m about to suggest cutting out starbucks coffee everyday too 
When saving for a property comes up, people often jump to the excuse that they’re not prepared to “live in poverty,” but that’s a terrible mindset and so far from the truth.
It’s usually about making temporary adjustments to small, non-essential expenses. Those savings add up much faster than most people expect. A few short-term sacrifices can help you reach your goal sooner, get onto the property ladder, and eventually reintroduce those extras with a greater sense of value, along with the bonus of a place to truly call your own.
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