Spend to Save

January 25, 2013

Sometimes it pays to spend money on quality products because they end up saving you money in the long run. Finance expert Rubina opens our eyes to wise purchases.

Spend to Save: Low Flow Showerhead

Low-Flow Showerhead

Save on water usage:
Initial investment = $20
Potential savings over five years = $500

Spend to Save: Clothes Drying Rack

Clothes Drying Rack

Save on dryer time:
Initial investment = $30
Potential savings over five years = $980

Spend to Save: Bread Maker

Bread Maker

Save on your grocery bill:
Initial investment = $60
Potential savings over five years = $460

Spend to Save: SIngle-Serve Coffee Maker

Single-Serve Coffee Maker

Save on store-bought posh coffees:
Initial investment = $135
Potential savings over five years = $3430

Rubina Ahmed-Haq

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