The Single Girl’s Guide to Saving

As featured in The Australian Women’s Weekly Wealth Special 2015 “How Busy Women Get Rich”

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Excerpt from magazine article:

If you’re anything like the average woman, you probably spend close to $15 on coffee and lunch on a working day. Although it might seem like a few dollars here and there, it all adds up, says Helen Baker, founder of On Your Own Two Feet and author of On Your Own Two Feet: Steady Steps to Women’s Financial Independence.

“Taking your lunch to work, your snacks, could save you around $70 per week”, she says. “Making smarter choices during the week enables you to enjoy the treats on the weekend or on a holiday.”

Every year we spend thousands of dollars on insurance, phone and electricity providers, but are you getting the best deal? Helen says it’s always good to discuss with your friends what they are paying so you can compare, as many of us pay for more than what we need.

“Health insurance will depend on what your health needs are now, but check you are not paying for maternity cover if you have no plans for children,”she says. “For car insurance, you can talk to a broker.”

She also recommends having an emergency fund (to last at least six months) in case you lose your job, so you can still meet financial commitments.

Read more tips from Helen Baker in the original article in The Australian Women’s Weekly.