6 Tips for Saving Money This Fall

Fall is when most of us are thinking about things like getting the kids back in school and planning Halloween costumes.

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However, it's also the precursor to the holiday season, when expenses start to pop up, and the cost of presents quickly adds up.

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To help you prep for the holiday season and keep your budget on track, here are six excellent tips to save money this upcoming fall.

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1. Cook Hearty Meals Instead of Eating Out

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Fall is the perfect season to stock up on fresh produce such as apples and squash. There are tons of fruits and veggies that are in season. After all, fall is the harvest season!

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You can save hundreds of dollars a month by cooking meals at home. Plus, you can make some pretty healthy, tasty fall recipes.

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2. Take Advantage of Sales

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Fall is also the perfect time to take advantage of various sales. For example, you can often find Black Friday sales and back-to-school promotional deals.

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During the fall season, tons of products go on sale. Better yet, in most cases, the sale amount is not just around 5% to 10%—if you're lucky, you'll score 50% off deals.

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3. Swap Outings for At-Home Fun

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Fall is the start of football season, and buying tickets to the game can be a big money pit if you're an avid fan. On top of that, many people can wind up going overboard on football merch!

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