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Easy tips to save money don't always work. Here's why.


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Published in Business and Finance on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 12:40 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Amid spending season and a plethora of articles listing ways to control your budget during these holidays, a Deakin University researcher warns there are no quick and easy solutions.

The article from MSN discusses the limitations of common money-saving tips, explaining why they often fail to deliver significant financial benefits. It highlights that many popular strategies like cutting out small daily expenses (e.g., coffee) or using coupons might not lead to substantial savings due to several reasons. Firstly, these tips often overlook the psychological and behavioral aspects of spending; for instance, people might compensate for small savings by splurging elsewhere. Secondly, the article points out that these tips can be misleading because they focus on minor expenses while ignoring larger financial drains like high-interest debts or inadequate retirement savings. Additionally, the effectiveness of these tips can vary greatly depending on individual circumstances, income levels, and lifestyle. The piece suggests that for real financial improvement, one should consider broader strategies like budgeting, understanding one's financial habits, and addressing significant financial commitments rather than just focusing on minor savings.

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