Here are some money-saving habits that are worth keeping around.

Cutting back on eating out doesnt mean hosting a costly dinner party.

Friends can BYOB and contribute a dish.

A group of friends have an outdoor dinner together in the backyard.

(Remember potlucks?)

And whether its with a friend, the family or just solo, takeout costs less than dining out.

Theres a lower tip or no tip involved, and the drinks at home are cheaper.

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Eating out half as often would save $1,729 a year.

Hair Care Services

Men spend an average of $350 a year on haircuts.

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(Thank you, messy bun.)

Did you know?

It didnt seem worth it for just one trip to the grocery store or a Zoom happy hour.

Buying Clothing

Working from home and taking fewer outings have made pajamas the leading wardrobe must-have.

As we all start venturing out, the clothes in the closet might seem fresher from lack of wear.

ACreditdonkey.comstudy found consumers spend an average of $161 a month on clothes.

If we cut those spending habits in half that saves $966 a year.

When gyms closed, we learned about an array of free online workouts, yoga classes and meditation sessions.

This costs $156 annually compared to $1,860.

Adults traded puzzles and books.

If these habits continue, that means more sharing and less spending.

Homeowners spend an average of $2,000 a year on home maintenance, The Penny Hoarder found.

Probably not as good as youd like.

It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.

But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?

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