Monday 9 December 2013  How to save up to €7,000 a year without
scrimping  It's possible to live well on a tight budget, says
Aideen Sheehan  Could you save nearly €7,000 a year without
scrimping? That's what one savvy family has managed to do.  From
servicing their own cars to buying oranges at half price,
they've managed to shave thousands off their annual outgoings
and say it hasn't impacted on their quality of life.  Corkman
James O'Donovan now wants to help others and has written a book
giving his tips.  Further details can be found on How to Save
5000: This Year and Every Year!, Oaktree Press €8.99,
ePub/Kindle €2.99   One of the biggest household expenses after
mortgage or rent, but this is where big savings can be made with
James estimating he's saved €2,331 a year by careful shopping.
Check supermarket websites for special offers in advance so you
can target your purchases and buy a lot of own-brand products.
For example a tin of own-brand tomatoes typically costs 50c
compared to €1 for a branded t