Saving money is a priority for many people. Some go to great lengths to cut costs, and while being thrifty is commendable, some people take it to an extreme level. Some ways people save money are crazy and shockingly cheap!
Consider Too Cheap
The internet is full of stories about people’s astonishing experiences with those who they consider too cheap. From reusing tea bags to hoarding free samples, some people have taken penny-pinching to new heights.
1. Reusing Tea Bags
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One user shared a story of a co-worker who reused tea bags multiple times. This individual would bring in tea bags from home and then hang them up to dry after their first use. The co-worker would then use the same tea bag up to five times. While this might save some money, it’s hard to imagine that the tea still had any flavor after the third or fourth use.
2. Collecting Ketchup Packets
Another user was amazed by a friend who would collect ketchup packets from fast-food restaurants and then bring them home to refill a ketchup bottle. While it’s true that ketchup packets are free, it seems like a lot of effort to go through just to save a few dollars on a bottle of ketchup.
3. Sharing a Meal
One person shared a story of a friend who would only go out to eat if they could split a meal with someone else. This person would refuse to buy a full meal for themselves and would only go out if they could split an entrée with someone else. While it’s understandable to want to save money, it’s hard to imagine enjoying a meal when you’re only getting half of a dish.
4. Hoarding Free Samples
Another user was astonished by someone they knew who would go to the mall and hoard as many free samples as possible. This individual would then use those free samples as their meals for the day. While this might save money, it’s hard to imagine that those tiny samples could be enough to keep someone full for an entire day.
5. Refusing To Turn on the Heat
One person shared a story of a relative who refused to turn on the heat during the winter. This individual would instead bundle up in multiple layers of clothing and blankets to stay warm. While turning down the heat can save money on energy bills, it seems like it would be uncomfortable to be so cold all the time.
6. Using Water To Clean Tissues
One user shared a story of a co-worker who would wash and dry used tissues to reuse them again. The co-worker would then use water to clean the tissues before letting them dry for reuse. While this might save some money, it’s a strange and unhygienic way to save a few cents.
7. Taking Free Samples From Hotels
Another user shared a story of a friend who would stay at hotels and take all of the free samples provided, such as soap, shampoo, and even toilet paper. The friend would then stockpile these items and use them at home to save money on toiletries. While these samples are meant for hotel guests, it seems a bit unethical to take them for personal use.
8. Saving Soap Scraps
One person shared a story of a family member who would save every little piece of soap, no matter how small. They would then melt these scraps down and mold them into a new bar of soap. While it’s a creative way to save money, it seems like a lot of effort for a small amount of savings.
9. Reusing Dental Floss
Another user was amazed by a co-worker who would reuse dental floss. The co-worker would rinse the used floss in water, dry it off, and then reuse it again. While dental floss is relatively inexpensive, it’s hard to imagine reusing something that’s meant to be disposable and sanitary.
10. Buying Expired Food
One person shared a story of a friend who would go to the grocery store and buy expired food that was on clearance. While it’s true that these items are often significantly cheaper, expired food can be unsafe to consume and can lead to food poisoning.
This article was produced and syndicated by A Dime Saved.
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