Money Saving “Hacks” That Don’t Always Work

People online were asked to name "money-saving" tricks that can actually cost you more.

Have you ever tried any of these “hacks” and regretted it? Someone asked frugal people online to name “money-saving” tricks that can actually cost you more. Here’s what people listed.

Driving to the cheaper gas station across town. Unless it’s a lot cheaper, you don’t have to drive far before it’s not worth it anymore.

DIY repairs unless you know what you’re doing. Especially with big projects, like renovating a bathroom. Also, trying to make something for cheaper than you can buy it. It’s hard to do now that everything’s mass produced.

Buying stuff just because it’s on sale. If it’s something you’d need next week or next month, great. Just don’t do it with stuff you might need.

Meal kit services. You think you’ll order less take-out, but a lot of people still don’t cook and just waste half the food. Find some recipes and go to the store.

Also, buying the cheapest option. Sometimes it’s fine. But with stuff like shoes and clothes, quality tends to last longer.

Growing your own food. Having a garden is great, but it’s easy to end up spending more than you would just buying organic. The same applies for raising chickens to save on eggs.