Money Challenge: Week 24

The 52-Week Money Challenge continues this week as the savings continue to grow.

This week we have easy ways for EVERYONE to save money, whether you're doing the challenge or not!

Welcome to week 24, a milestone week if you're doing the challenge the traditional way! You'll add $24 into the pot, for a total of an even $300!

If you're doing the challenge in reverse, like me, you'll deposit $29, bringing the total to $972. (We have a big week next week!)

Honestly, it was a little tough in the beginning, and I thought for sure I'd quit after a few weeks, but I'm really glad I stuck it out. I'm really considering doubling the amounts as I get towards the end of the challenge, just because I think I'll appreciate the payoff that much more.

Want some tips on how to save a couple bucks this week?

• Skip the daily latte, or maybe get a plain coffee instead of a fancier drink -- better yet, make it at home!
• Before you head out to do your grocery shopping, look for coupons! (Some grocery stores are even doing digital coupons now, which get loaded right onto your shopper card, so you don't have to remember or carry any paper coupons with you!)
• Save at the pump by being a smart shopper. Get the GasBuddy app or go to gasbuddy.com to find the cheapest gas stations near you.
• Skip the weekly salon mani and DIY!

Little changes like that can quickly add up to an extra $5, $10, or $20 in your pocket at the end of the week.

What other little changes can you make to save a few bucks?

Happy saving!