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It’s Not Just About What You Buy, But When
When you’re trying to save money, you begin to make decisions about what you will continue to buy and what you will learn to live without. But what if you were told that it is not just about what you are buying, but the timing of your purchases? How would you alter your spending habits if you knew that simply by timing things right, you could still make the purchases you want to? Here are a few examples of ways to make timing work for you with regard to spending your money.
Airplane Tickets
There is a fine art to purchasing airplane tickets at the best value. There are two things to consider, which are the timing of your purchase and the timing of your flight. In general, you should try to book a flight for midweek, which is usually less expensive than weekend flights.
As far as purchasing the tickets, look far enough in advance that you can keep your eyes on the price changes. It is generally advised to book a flight between 6–8 weeks before you will fly. Book too early or too late, and you may end up paying far more than when you hit that sweet spot. You might also want to search for the same flight multiple times per day and record what you find with regard to price changes to see if there is a better time of day to book.
Fruits and Vegetables
