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Making a few small lifestyle adjustments can add up faster than you might realize.

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Unless shes having guests over, Kaden only keeps water, milk and coffee in her home.

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She noted the many health benefits of drinking primarily water, as well as the financial gains.

Even if you buy bottled water, she said doing so in bulk can still be inexpensive.

Conserve Water Where It Makes Sense

Using excess water isnt just wasteful its expensive.

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Kaden takes several steps to keep her water bill low.

She said she doesnt do anything inventive to keep her electric bill low.

She said its much cheaper to bring snacks you already have at home.

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This will allow you to avoid the upcharge on snacks packaged for convenience.

Personally, Kaden said she never puts anything on a credit card that she cant actually afford.

While she does use a credit card, she pays it off in full each month.

She said not following this rule is stressful, so dont do it.

Therefore, shes not afraid to ask for advice if she sees someone makingpositive financial strides.

For example, if you see someone doing a great job saving, ask them how theyre doing it.

Education never gets old, she said.

Learning how other people do things is fun, she said.

You might discover tips you never wouldve thought of yourself.

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