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25 Tips to Save 20% for Your Retirement with No Effort

August 4, 2020 · Retirement Life

19. Pack Your Own Lunch

One of the biggest expenses people can’t seem to go without is buying lunch. If you pay an average of $10 every time you’re at work then you’re looking at $200 a month.

We understand that there are some days where you simply can’t go without going out on a lunch break with your colleagues but don’t make a habit out of it. Preparing your own meal at home the night before and packing it is so much more cost-effective. The easiest way to get into this is to cook extra dinner every evening. Voilà, take the leftovers with you at work!

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