Plan ahead Meal planning may feel laborious at the start, but once you’re in the habit, you’ll reap the rewards, he said. Planning ahead removes the need to browse and impulse buy which obviously results in less money in your pocket each month. To help with inspiration, you can follow influencers like Miguel Barclay (@OnePoundMeals) who demonstrates how to cook delicious meals on a tight budget. Supermarket social media accounts have similar content – feed your family for a fiver, and the like.
Beware bulk-buying Remember that bulk-buying is not always the best deal, and in fact can end up being a false economy.