Aug 07 2008
Save Money on Coffee on the Way to Work
In my last post, I discussed how you can save money at work by avoiding snacks in the vending machines. Instead, you can buy the full size bag at the grocery store and make your own convenience size packs for a very affordable price. You can also do the same with your drinks.
If you find yourself buying a cup of coffee on the way to work in the morning, consider making your own coffee at home. A large size can of coffee typically costs around $5 and it may last you up to a month. If you drink multiple cups of coffee a day, invest in a thermos. At Wal-Mart, they tend to run between $9 and $20. A good travel coffee mug can cost around $5, but they are also available for sale in many dollar stores.
Yes, this seems like a large investment, but remember that you will save overtime. The only monthly expense you will have is the coffee itself. If you are concerned with time, start your coffee pot before you hop in the shower.
This approach is much cheaper than paying around $1 to $2 five days a week for a cup of coffee at a convenience store or coffee shop.
Tomorrow, I will have some moneysaving tips if you are a soda drinker.
