48 MONEY SAVING TIPS
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LOOKING for a heap of money-saving advice in no time at all? Here are our rapid-fire thrifty tips, covering everything from parking to loyalty cards.
Most of these are motoring-related, but some can save you money on all sorts of expenditures. From cashback hacks to a way to earn hundreds – or even thousands – from a patch of tarmac (yes, really), the following tips cover a whole lot of ground in no time at all.
Quote yourself happy
Don’t blindly accept your annual insurance renewal quote; shop around and make sure you include your current provider in the search. Loyalty isn’t always highly regarded, which is why your renewal price might be more than you paid last time around. It’s also worth calling up for some good old-fashioned haggling if the renewal is unimpressive. See page 46.
UP TO £100 PER YEAR
Say my name(d)
Adding a lower-risk driver to your policy can lead to a decent reduction in premium – even if the person in question won’t be driving. Conversely, if there’s a higher-risk named driver on there bringing the price up, do they need to be?
Insurance that rewards
Some price comparison sites including Confused.com and Compare the Market offer rewards when you search and take out a car insurance policy via them, such as two-for-one cinema tickets. Just ensure the price it’s offering is as cheap as going directly with the provider.
A cunning plan
Plan carefully to take the most economical route for your car, which will vary depending on the kind of powertrain it has. Ensure you factor in
