Trying to save a couple of bucks despite being stuck at home? Keep clicking through the slideshow for 7 tips and tricks to cut costs during the novel coronavirus pandemic.
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With stay-at-home orders in the midst of the novel coronavirus, it's likely a handful of Seattleites are already cringing a bit when considering next month's energy and grocery bills.
Fear not, because we've lined up seven quick and easy ways to cut costs, even while entertaining yourself (and the kids) at home.
Read on and click through the slideshow above for all the budget-friendly suggestions.
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Cut costs on food...
While Uber Eats doles out free delivery alongside many other local Seattle restaurants, it goes without saying home cooking might save a few pennies every once in awhile. Continue to save money while supporting local small businesses by ordering your fresh produce from some of Seattle's farmer's, and growers. From kaleidoscopic fruits and veggies, to golden honey and farm-raised meats, save money through home-cooked meals, without leaving our local businesses behind.
Get free fitness...
If you're counting pennies, you might want to consider canceling your gym subscription and costly exercise channels. Instead, try out a multiplicity of free exercise apps, and free live streams for your daily fitness fix.
Hop on board for the bargain booze...
Washington wines are seeing some serious sales. Safeway is hosting its periodical 30% off sales for all Washington state wines, with an additional 10% off when you buy six bottles or more. A handful of local vineyards are also directly doling out Washington Wine Month deals across their websites as they battle the economic impacts of the novel coronavirus.
Enjoy all manner of eBooks...
Though the Seattle Public Library has temporarily closed all of its in-person branches, they're still offering thousands of books electronically. Pass on the pricey entertainment and pick up the pages to pass the time when stuck indoors.
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Tackle the television free trials...
Spending too much cash on television channels, movie rentals, and subscriptions? Delve into free trials for a handful of free filming, and don't be afraid to pull out the DVDs stashed up in the attic for a reminiscent movie night. Hulu, CBS All Access, Sundance Now, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Showtime, YouTube Premium, Xfinity Flex, and VRV all offer a month-long free trials, while STARZ, Disney+, Apple TV+, HBO Now, Philo, Boomerang, and fuboTV dole out a week of free streaming.
Stay home to fight the virus, and fuel costs...
It's easy to forget how much money we spend on parking and fuel each month when we're stuck at home. Respect social distancing and stay-at-home orders to cut costs on fuel, and don't forget to defer any current downtown parking reservations until normal work life resumes.
Be energy efficient...
Seattle City Light has outlined a full guide to beat a tight budget while remaining energy efficient. Simply switching to LED bulbs, dropping the thermostat a couple of degree before going to bed, running full loads of laundry, and taking full advantage of your microwave rather than the oven can save hundreds of dollars over the span of a year.
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