How to Save a Lot of Money in One Month Without a Job (for Teens)
Need a quick and plump amount of money fast without a job? Read on, for vital tips on how to get there. Let's go!
Steps
- When you get money, divide it in half. Put 50% in a savings account/savings box, and keep the rest for yourself! Of the 50% you keep for yourself, it is a good idea to divide that in half two. One half is for random spending like when you go out with a friend and the other half is for saving up for a bigger purchase than something that only costs around 10 bucks.
- Start off with asking your parents if there is any work to be done around the house. Let's say the kitchen needs to be cleaned, then charge $5 for it to be cleaned; or even more depending on the mess. Do this for each room, and you will be earning your money fast!
- Babysit. This is most common with girls. Good prices are about $15 an hour.
- Rake leaves, mow the lawn, and plow the snow for $10 each or whatever your parents condsider reasonable.
- Ask neighbors if you can rake leaves, mow the lawn, trim hedges, plow snow, pick up twigs in the yard, clean the gutters, or any other chore for a price that they think is reasonable.
- Hold a bakesale. Bake a bunch of cookies, brownies, and other things and sell them.
Tips
- Don't steal other's money.
- Make a list of things you want in order of importance.
- Avoid impulse buys if you are saving up for something big.
- Remember, this is all your hard work! Don't buy anything just because you saw a friend wearing it. Have your own personality and don't be a COPYCAT!
Warnings
Things You'll Need
- Piggy Bank (Optional)
- Determination.
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