5 Tips for Saving Money This Summer - Money Tip Tuesday

<p style="text-align:left;">Summer is in full swing! School is on summer break, and you might be getting ready to take a vacation.</p> <p style="text-align:left;">With all the events going on in the summer, it can feel like you’re constantly spending money, but it doesn’t need to be that way.</p> <p style="text-align:left;">We have 5 tips to saving money in the summer while still enjoying fun activities!</p> <p style="text-align:left;">Links: </p> <ul style="text-align:left;"><li>Follow our <a href='https://www.facebook.com/pg/MakingMoneyPersonalPodcast/posts/?ref=page_internal'>Facebook</a>, <a href='https://www.instagram.com/makingmoneypersonal/'>Instagram</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/TCUpodcastMMP'>Twitter</a> pages!</li> <li>Learn more about <a href='https://www.trianglecu.org/home/home'>Triangle Credit Union</a></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:left;">Transcript: </p> <p style="text-align:left;">1. Don’t stop budgeting</p> <p style="text-align:left;">We understand-- when the weather gets warmer, it’s hard to keep up with your budget. However, it’s important to stay with your budget, even in the summer months, so that you don’t stray away from your financial goals.</p> <p style="text-align:left;">Use the longer days to your advantage. Once a week, wake up slightly earlier than usual, make your coffee, and grab your budget. If you have a deck or patio (and the weather is nice), take a step outside and enjoy nature while you deal with your finances. It may sound simple but you’re more likely to keep up with your budget if you make it enjoyable.</p> <p style="text-align:left;">2. Go on a picnic</p> <p style="text-align:left;">A picnic is a simple and easy activity that can be extremely fun and low cost for you and your family (or even your friends)!</p> <p style="text-align:left;">Pack some sandwiches, snacks, and beverages, bring some lawn games and don’t forget the blanket!</p> <p style="text-align:left;">Not only is this a great way to spend a few hours with your loved ones on a sunny day, but it won’t