Our top tips for saving and keeping in control of your essential bills — plus find out high street deals from Sun Savers
FEELING the squeeze? New research reveals the cost of running a home has hit record levels.
Essential bills now cost families £1,408 a month — more than £16,000 a year — according to the study from comparison website uSwitch.com.
SAVE: Average £15 per month.
SAVE: Average £200 per year.
3. DRIVE DOWN FUEL COSTS: Remove the roof rack and any junk that weighs your car down and adds to fuel costs. Accelerate and brake smoothly and turn off the air con. Use website to find the cheapest filling stations in your area.
SAVE: Ranges from £200 per year to £1,000s depending on how long you have been overpaying for.
SAVE: Average £300 per year.
SAVE: You can get up to 30 hours free childcare a week, depending on circumstances.
SAVE: £1.25
Handfuls of good advice
TODAY’S hot tip comes from SHIRLEY KING, of CHIGWELL, ESSEX. She says: “Only pick up a basket in store if you’re doing a big shop. Having to carry items means you only buy what you need and always save cash.”
- Send your tips to sunsavers@the-sun.co.uk and you’ll get 28 codes worth £5 if yours is used.
Please include your name and where you’re from.
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All prices correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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