Tips For Saving Money During The Fall

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The season of pumpkin spice and spooky nights is officially here! We can't believe how fast the year has gone - can you? Now that we're entering the time of year where the holidays are approaching quickly, it's about time we talk about ways you can start to save this fall. See below for a few ideas:

Eat in rather than out: After a long day at work we know it can be a treat to have someone else do the cooking for you, but every time you step out of the house and into a restaurant, you're spending money that you could be saving. This fall, celebrate the season at home instead by whipping up your own meals that include flavors like pumpkin and apple cinnamon!

Decorate DIY style: Decorating your home for both fall and Halloween can be one of the most exciting parts of the season, but purchasing such decorations can get pretty costly. This year, consider taking a DIY approach and make fall wreaths, spider webs and other traditional decorations with materials you already have at home!

Spend time outdoors: Why stay inside when you can enjoy Long Island's fall foliage for free? If you're looking to make plans for you and your friends and/or family on any given day, think about taking a stroll at your local park or finding a nature walk nearby - not only can this save some money in the budget you've set aside for recreational activities, but it also gives you the opportunity to enjoy all that the season has to offer!

Inspect your home: Air leaks are an easy way to let your savings slip right out of your hands, so you'll want to make sure that your home is all sealed up before the cold weather takes over. When you have a chance, check the areas surrounding your windows and doors to make sure there is no place for the heat your home produces to escape.

Shop wisely: Need to update your wardrobe to fit in with the latest fall fashion? While shopping for new clothes may be a necessity this season, do so wisely - that means take advantage of all sales you come across and do your research to figure out which stores are offering deals and when.

As you fall into savings by using the above ideas this autumn, don't forget to think about saving for the future too. If you haven't thought about retirement or estate planning yet, now is a perfect time to get started. To learn how American Investment Planners LLC can help with various financial planning needs, please call (516) 932-5130 today.