{"id":634,"date":"2022-04-13T12:22:50","date_gmt":"2022-04-13T12:22:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/?p=634"},"modified":"2023-01-25T05:12:37","modified_gmt":"2023-01-25T05:12:37","slug":"how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/","title":{"rendered":"How to save money by decluttering your life"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Changing habits can be a difficult thing, especially when they\u2019ve been developed over a lifetime. We often put ourselves under enormous pressure to make quick, drastic changes that we believe will better our lives. However, it\u2019s sometimes the gradual shifts that have the biggest impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many benefits to decluttering your life, one of the biggest being the impact on your mental wellbeing. Getting rid of any unnecessary objects offers a sense of satisfaction \u2013 helping you feel in control. Yet one of the main unspoken benefits of decluttering your life is the impact on your finances \u2013 and this blog will explore just that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll discuss the best ways to save money by decluttering your life. We\u2019ll give you advice and tips for clever ways to save money and take control of your finances. Whether you\u2019re looking for easy ways to save money or to revolutionise your life \u2013 this is the blog for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/#sell_your_old_clothes\" >Sell your old clothes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/#sell_online\" >Sell online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/#car_boot_sale\" >Car boot sale<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/#declutter_your_home\" >Declutter your home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/#declutter_your_bank_account\" >Declutter your bank account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/#cupboard_declutter_and_meal_plan\" >Cupboard declutter and meal plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-by-decluttering-your-life\/#declutter_your_life_and_stay_in_control_of_your_finances_with_drafty\" >Declutter your life and stay in control of your finances with Drafty<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"sell_your_old_clothes\"><\/span><strong>Sell your old clothes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of us love to hoard our clothes. The harsh reality is that there\u2019s always room for improvement even if you claim to be sartorially savvy. If you\u2019ve heard yourself saying \u201cI\u2019ll save that for when the weather gets better\u201d or \u201cThat\u2019s handy for another special occasion\u201d, then chances are you\u2019ll never wear it again. If this sounds all too familiar, it\u2019s time to take control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many ways to declutter your wardrobe, but why not boost your bank account and save money in the process? Shedding unnecessary clothing is a great way to get more cash while cleansing your mind, so here are a few easy ways to do just that. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/application\/apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">get more cash<\/a> at a Representative 96.2% APR (variable) with Drafty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"sell_online\"><\/span><strong>Sell online<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of apps and websites that make it easy to sell your old clothes online in a hurry. Simply upload photos of your items, write a brief description, choose a price and away you go. All you need to do is ensure your clothes are clean and send them to their new owner \u2013 it\u2019s that simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Top tip: choose a high-quality camera to take photos of your clothing. The better the photo, the more likely you are to receive a higher price for your items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"car_boot_sale\"><\/span><strong>Car boot sale<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Car boot sales \u2013 you either love them or hate them. But knock them all you might, they\u2019re an easy way to make and save money. Here are 7 easy steps to sell your clothes at a car boot sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Find out when our next local car boot sale is taking place and book your spot<\/li><li>Gather, clean and iron your clothes, ready for selling<\/li><li>Pack a clothes rail, table and hangers to display your clothes<\/li><li>Create labels and banners to catch your buyer\u2019s attention<\/li><li>Once you\u2019re there, display all your clothes so they\u2019re easy to see<\/li><li>Organise your takings so you can see how much you\u2019ve made<\/li><li>Bank your cash<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"declutter_your_home\"><\/span><strong>Declutter your home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for advice on how to declutter your home and save some money in the process? We\u2019ve got just the thing for you. When our homes are cluttered and full of useless belongings, it can be hard to find what you\u2019re looking for. This often leads to unnecessary spending as you buy a new product because you can\u2019t find your old one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Going through your belongings and decluttering your home is not only therapeutic but also a savvy way to save money. Whether you sell your redundant items or simply throw them away, decluttering your life will help boost your bank in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When exploring how to declutter your home, you might find it useful to get on top of your organisation. Storing things intelligently will stop you from unnecessarily spending on items you already own because you know exactly where they are. If there is stuff you want to keep hold of but don&#8217;t want on show, consider installing some fitted units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Built-in storage is brilliant for decluttering your life, but it can be an expensive outlay. Consider a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/about\/aboutus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">line of credit like Drafty<\/a> to boost your cash flow and cover the initial costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"declutter_your_bank_account\"><\/span><strong>Declutter your bank account<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re all in the same boat. With subscriptions and unknown transactions cluttering our accounts every month, it\u2019s hard to keep on top of them. And, when companies make it so difficult to unsubscribe from their monthly payments, it feels like more effort than it\u2019s worth. However, these small amounts add up each month and you could be leaving yourself out of pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, it\u2019s time to declutter your bank account \u2013 a clever way to save money fast. Get a printout of your bank statement, grab a pen and highlight the transactions that you don\u2019t recognise or don\u2019t want to pay for. Once you\u2019ve done this, go through your list and unsubscribe or stop the payments you no longer wish to make \u2013 an easy way to save money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cupboard_declutter_and_meal_plan\"><\/span><strong>Cupboard declutter and meal plan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our final recommendation is to declutter your cupboards and create a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/lifeandstyle\/2022\/jan\/17\/easy-wins-save-hundreds-reduce-waste-and-meal-plan-before-you-shop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">meal plan for the week<\/a>. With kitchen cupboards piled full of tins and packets, it\u2019s hard to see what you\u2019ve got in there. So, set to and declutter your kitchen ready for the week ahead, clocking the food you already have and therefore don\u2019t need to purchase in the coming weeks \u2013 this is an easy way to save money and stop unnecessary spending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another clever way to save money is to meal plan. Now you know the ingredients you\u2019ve got to work with, it\u2019s time to meal plan. Use the food you\u2019ve got in the house as the basis of your meals for the week. Planning gives you a set list of ingredients to purchase from the shops, limiting the chance of going overboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"declutter_your_life_and_stay_in_control_of_your_finances_with_drafty\"><\/span><strong>Declutter your life and stay in control of your finances with Drafty<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Need a cash flow boost to help declutter your life? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drafty.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit Drafty<\/a> to find out how we can facilitate your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> We are not providing financial advice, these are just tips for informational purposes. Also, we are not affiliated to any of the external parties, these links are provided for reference only.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Changing habits can be a difficult thing, especially when they\u2019ve been developed over a lifetime. We often put ourselves under enormous pressure to make quick, drastic changes that we believe will better our lives. However, it\u2019s sometimes the gradual shifts that have the biggest impact. 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