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How to Budget for Big Ticket Purchases

Hayley Chowdhry by Hayley Chowdhry
September 13, 2024
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Making large, expensive purchases can be daunting. Without proper planning, big ticket items like cars, furniture, or electronics can seriously impact your finances. Proper budgeting and saving allows you to buy needed and desired items without sacrificing your financial goals. Follow these tips to budget for big purchases.

Set Savings Goals

The first step is deciding what big-ticket items you need or want and determining their costs. Do your research and get accurate price estimates. Once you know the costs, set monthly or annual savings goals to afford the purchases. Calculate how much you need to save each month to reach your target amount in time.

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A savings calculator can help you determine the right monthly savings to meet goals by certain deadlines. Or use the following formula:

Monthly savings needed = (Cost of purchase – current savings) / months until deadline

For example, if a new sofa set costs £1,500, you have £200 saved already, and you want to buy it in 12 months, your calculation would be:

Monthly savings needed = (1500 – 200) / 12 months = £108

Dedicate Funds in Your Budget

The next step is designating funds in your monthly budget to allocate towards your savings goals. Be realistic about how much you can set aside each month. Look for areas where you can cut back on variable expenses like dining out or entertainment to find extra savings.

Set up dedicated savings accounts or auto-transfers into investment accounts specifically for big-ticket purchases. This separates the funds and keeps them from being spent on other things.

Use Windfalls Wisely

Put any unexpected money you receive like tax refunds, work bonuses, or gifts directly towards your big-ticket savings goals. Even an extra £50-100 a month from sources like these makes a difference in reaching your targets faster.

Shop Smart

Don’t start shopping or making any purchases until you have saved the full amount needed. But do research ahead of time so you know where to find the best deals. Sign up for price drop alerts and ask about upcoming sales. Consider buying used items in good condition.

Now let’s look at how to budget for a car, as this is a good example of a big-ticket purchase that’s common.

Here are some budget-friendly tips for affording this major expense:

  • Consider buying used instead of new. Cars lose significant value in the first 1-3 years. You can find lightly used cars for 40-60% less than new.
  • Look for affordable car finance from a local dealer.
  • Look at certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles which undergo inspections and often have warranties.
  • Choose models known for reliability and lower maintenance costs. Avoid high-end luxury or performance cars.
  • Opt for lower trim levels without expensive upgrades and extra features you may not really need.
  • Look at end of model year sales to get good deals on the previous year’s unsold inventory.
  • Put down at least 10% if you buy using finance. This gets you better rates and lowers the amount you pay in interest.

With proper planning and budgeting, you can afford major purchases without breaking the bank. Follow these tips to reach your savings goals and get the items you want without sacrificing your financial stability.

Hayley Chowdhry

Hayley Chowdhry

Business Editor

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