GOBankingRates works with many financial advertisers to showcase their products and services to our audiences.

These brands compensate us to advertise their products in ads across our site.

This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site.

Retired man polishing vintage car

Commitment to Our Readers

GOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information.

you might read more about oureditorial guidelinesand our products and servicesreview methodology.

Here are fourthings retirees should stop buying tobuild their retirement savings.

facebook sharing button

Financial experts say eliminating unused or unnecessary streaming services is often an overlooked way for retirees to save money.

Another option is to cancel and then wait for promotional offers at a greatly reduced cost.

Unused magazines, online and club subscriptions, and apps are other areas where retirees can trim their budgets.

twitter sharing button

Recurring charges can sometimes lead to unnecessary spending, said Eric Coons, owner ofKaleidoscope Financial.

A Large Home

Consider downsizing to a smaller home to reduce expenses.

According to the latest data from theU.S.

linkedin sharing button

Stores like Home Depot and Lowes offer free classes online and in person.

However,personal finance expertssay spending money on the things that matter can help stretch retirement savings.

For example, retirees can downsize from luxury or larger vehicles to more economical cars with lower maintenance fees.

email sharing button

Travel during off-peak times to save money, and swapmore expensive hobbiesfor more affordable alternatives.

For example, golfers might want to check out less expensive or public golf course options, Kullberg said.

Book lovers can often save money by choosing e-book formats.

More From GOBankingRates

Share This Article:

The Latest inRetirement