5 Money-Saving Tips for Smart Shoppers

Savings, a simple word but a hustling journey especially for Indians, where every other day we celebrate a festival. From ordering a pizza to electricity bills, from rents to online shopping our savings suffer.

While some expenses are negligible, many are not besides being negotiable. But saving and shopping smartly is the one thing we are known for. We jump with joy whether we get a successful bargain of 500 bucks or even 5 rupees, and maybe it is rightly justified because every penny counts. Saving a little amount on a regular basis will give you a lump sum amount when needed, but more importantly, it will bring you happiness.

Savings have different implications for different individuals. For one, it can bring joy for shopping and for another it can be a preparation for future expenses. Usually, we all try our best save while shopping and infact, we can!

A smart shopper is the one who makes the maximum out of every opportunity. Whether he/she shops directly or indirectly, online shopping portals, payment apps and e-wallets have created many opportunities to save, earn and spend smartly.

So dear shopaholics, here are some simple, smart shopping tips and tricks that you can use for saving and spending, both at the same time.

1. Get Cashback as You Shop

Liked a cute dress while browsing through Amazon or an awesome pair of headphones that you’d want at great prices?

What if we told you that you can score cashback on every purchase?

You must be thinking how could you possibly get prices better than they already are. Well, that’s where CashKaro comes into play. Cashkaro is an amazing shopping platform that lets you earn cashback up to 25% on every purchase made using CashKaro app or website.

• Log on to CashKaro
• Click on the cashback or coupon deals; e.g. Myntra coupons or Amazon promo codes.
• You will be redirected to the online shopping site.
• Shop as you usually would but this time — get instant promo code discounts.

Want an icing on the cake?

You can refer a friend and earn for LIFETIME! Each time your friend shops you earn 10%. Also the cashback earned as Amazon cashback, Aliexpress cashback, Jio Recharge Cashback can be transferred to your Bank Account as Real Cash or as Amazon / Flipkart Gift Cards.

So now is the time to buy that cool stuff that you have been wishlisting.

1. Planning Your Purchases

(Don’t be savage. Spend your money with a plan)

Festivals are beautiful, aren’t they? They break the monotony of our lives and give us a reason to spend time with friends and family. But you know what, they also are one of the greatest times to shop.

This is when the market is flooded with festive offers and discounts. Sometimes you get deals that are too good to be true.

Festivals are the modern fairy godmothers that help us shop without breaking our wallets. So it is a good idea to plan your purchases around festive sales. Also, keep your eyes out for brand-specific anniversary sales or annual sales organized by e-commerce companies.

A little planning will not only save you money but also help you avoid spending impulsively.

1. Resell that Old Phone

(No! You won’t need that outdated piece of electronics anymore)

Planning to buy a new laptop or a smartphone but don’t know what to do with the existing one? Good news! Online sellers not only provide exchange value for your old gadgets but also dispose them off in an environmentally responsible manner.

That frees you from two concerns: first, how to get that salvage value and second, the task of disposing old electronics safely because they come under hazardous waste.

Also, the online retailers provide the best exchange value in comparison to their offline counterparts. Getting rid of old electronics will not only declutter your house, but you are also left with the much-needed space for newer gadgets.

1. Digital payments

(If Ludo can go digital then so can you)

“Stay home stay safe”.

This is the message that we are seeing everywhere due to the ongoing pandemic. Online shopping has become more important in these difficult times as it is not only the right thing but also the responsible thing to do.

In this era where everything is moving towards being contactless, it is a smarter idea to opt for online payment methods instead of COD.

The currency notes are probably the most unsuspecting carriers of the virus. Besides, being in contact with outsiders is not exactly in our best interests at this time. It is important for you as well as the person delivering you the order. Afterall being considerate of your own and other’s health and wellbeing is the smartest thing you can do in this pandemic.

1. Get Your Pizza Points

(Pizza with oregano is delicious but an economical pizza with oregano is even more delicious)

Now that you have decided to be the smartest person you are not going to eat out, right?

• But how do you explain to your stomach that you are trying to be a good and responsible adult?
• How do you satisfy your urge to eat that tasty pizza topped with cheeses and mouth-watering toppings?

Thank god for food delivery services. Now that you cannot eat out, these services are lifesavers. But wait! Don’t let your stomach takeover your brain because remember you decided to be smart. Use coupons and promo codes available on these services. Maybe you can even become a subscribed member and get those additional benefits available exclusively for you. Enjoying the food you love is the best feeling in this world and you deserve that.

Final Thoughts:

Smart shopping isn’t a new idea for us. It has been in our blood from generations but with new changes in our lifestyle and spending styles, it has evolved from keeping cash in our secret boxes to online apps and accounts.

So of course, ideas and habits need to be updated and changed. You can adopt these tips and tricks and save a lot for your future shopping adventures. Let us know your best shopping hacks in the comments below.

Originally published at Trending Us.