There are situations when there is a week left before the salary, and there is no money anymore. This happens especially often after long holidays or vacations. But you should not immediately look for where to re-borrow. Debts are always a minus for the budget.
Determine the budget
First you need to decide how much money is left for the coming week. This will require checking bags, pockets and places where you could put money. Then we take into account only the most necessary expenses and purchases for the coming week.
Checking food stocks
We carry out an inspection of food stocks and preparations "for the winter". There are usually a couple of eggs and half-eaten cheese in the fridge. You can find butter in the freezer. There will probably be some cereals on the shelves of the cabinet. And under the sink - potatoes, onions, carrots. If you dispose of everything correctly, then a week is quite possible to live with minimal costs.
We save wisely
It's time to instill the habit of going to the store with a list. Having determined the availability of products at home, you should go to the store strictly for what needs to be purchased. You should not waste time walking between the rows so that you are not tempted to buy too much. In addition, postpone sales trips. They will be more than once.
We give up entertainment for a while
As regrettable as it may sound, but for a week it is quite possible to refuse to visit restaurants, movies and clubs. Make the most of this time. Walk more in the fresh air, read, relax.
These simple tips are suitable for those who occasionally find themselves in such a situation. If “living up to paycheck” becomes a system, then the problem should be solved in another way. Determine your income and make a list of monthly compulsory expenses. This way you can see how much free money you have left. And in order to change the situation for the better, you may have to look for a part-time job or think about changing jobs.
