New Year New Me FAQs

ᐅ How can I save money on my New Year’s resolutions?

There are so many ways to fulfill new year resolutions on a budget. No matter your resolution, you can take small steps to save money in the process. For diet and healthy eating, you can plan in advance by batch cooking and meal prepping, to make your time and money go further and avoid impulsive buying or eating out.

For all of your online shopping needs, try researching brands that have loyalty schemes where you can collect points to be redeemed at a later date, and if you sign up to an online account you can often see exactly how much money you are saving across each order, simply by being a member.

ᐅ How can I cut back on unnecessary spending after Christmas?

The quickest and easiest way to cut back on unnecessary spending in the New Year is to set a budget across all your expenses, and then stick to it! Take advantage of free resources like 50 frugal living tips and how to save money on your groceries so you can optimise your spending. Similarly, you can also decide to put some savings away for a rainy day by following Savoo's guidance on how to build an emergency fund, to ensure you’ve got exactly the right amount needed.

ᐅ How do I take advantage of New Year sales without overspending?

The January Sales are a perfect opportunity treat yourself, shop for gifts, or stock up on anything you may need, whilst being conscious of your budget. For a lot of brands, especially within fashion, the post-Christmas sales start as early as Boxing Day and run right up until the end of January, which is a great way to treat yourself without splashing the cash, and may even help to beat the January blues!

ᐅ Are there affordable alternatives to popular New Year’s hobbies or trends?

Yes, there are affordable alternatives! There are plenty of ways to be creative when setting your New Years Resolutions and you’re probably more likely to stick to a goal that’s been set if it’s cost effective and doesn’t involve splashing the cash. If your resolution is to travel more in {year), why not try researching staycations, or exploring local landmarks such as National Trust sites.

You can also stay ahead by booking trips in advance or in off-peak seasons to make your next holiday more affordable. For fitness enthusiasts, try investing in home equipment like dumbbells or resistance bands - which you can find for great prices online and workout for free at home using resources like Youtube videos.

ᐅ How can I succeed with my New Year’s goals without spending more money?

Staying motivated doesn’t have to mean buying new products or signing up for expensive programmes. One of the best ways to maintain momentum is to set progress-based goals, rather than outcome-based ones. Track small wins, like meal prepping at home, walking further each week, or sticking to a weekly budget. These steps build confidence and consistency over time.

It also helps to tie your goals to routines, such as planning meals while food shopping or fitting quick workouts into your lunch breaks. Free habit trackers, calendars, and reminders can help you stay accountable without incurring extra costs. At Savoo, we believe motivation comes from having control, not from spending more.

ᐅ What are realistic New Year goals for people on a tight budget?

Realistic New Year goals are ones that work with your lifestyle and finances, not against them. For anyone on a tight budget, the most achievable resolutions often focus on habits rather than purchases, such as reducing unnecessary spending, cooking from scratch more often, improving sleep routines, or spending less time online. Every positive step counts toward lasting change.

You have the power to make lasting, positive changes. Goals that remove friction, such as canceling unused services, setting weekly spending limits, or planning ahead for upcoming expenses, can have a real impact without requiring upfront costs. Remember, small, manageable changes are sustainable and often lead to better results over time.

From how to look good on a budget to 10 money-saving tips for families, Savoo has a wealth of money-saving advice to support you every step of the way.

ᐅ How does Savoo ensure its New Year discount codes are genuine?

Savoo works with trusted retailers and affiliate networks to ensure each discount code is legitimate and up to date. Our deals team regularly checks and updates offers, removing outdated or misleading codes. This way, users know exactly what to expect at checkout.

The Savoo code promise is our guarantee to you that every code listed on the website works as advertised. As a long-running money-saving platform, Savoo’s reputation is built on reliability, accuracy, and helping people make informed choices, especially during busy shopping periods like the New Year sales.

How to Save Money This New Year

Savoo is here to support your 2025 aspirations with expert advice, practical New Year budgeting tips, and New Year discount codes to help you invest in yourself without breaking the bank.

Improve Your Health for Less

Manageable habits, such as drinking more water, getting enough sleep, and making time for relaxation, are just a few ways to enhance your physical and mental health. In addition to these habits, regular health check-ups or even investing in at-home health kits from places like Lloyds Pharmacy Online Doctors and Pharmacy2U can help you catch any issues early without spending a fortune. To further support your well-being while saving money on healthcare this New Year, take advantage of deals from trusted brands like Boots Superdrug, and Holland & Barrett where you’ll find New Year discounts on everything from vitamins to skincare essentials.


Stay Fit Whilst You Save

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Fitness remains one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions, but you don’t need costly memberships or high-tech equipment to get started.

A budget-friendly approach to fitness in 2025:

  • Start with movement you already enjoy.
  • Use free resources before paying for plans.
  • Set weekly activity targets, not daily pressure.
  • Track progress in time or consistency, not cost.
  • Upgrade only when your routine is established.

Our Sports & Outdoors Expert, Stephanos Charalambous shares his fitness advice:

Getting fit doesn’t have to cost a fortune, but a few smart buys can go a long way. Keep an eye out for gym membership deals, discounts on quality sportswear, or budget-friendly fitness gear to help you stay motivated. With the right stuff at the right price, smashing your fitness goals has never been easier!

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Explore our free guides on how to get cheap gym memberships and creating affordable home gyms , plus browse deals from Decathlon, JD Sports, and Sports Direct to get January offers on sports clothing.


Eat Well for Less with Smarter Food Habits

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Healthy eating in the New Year doesn’t need to drain your budget. Batch cooking, meal prepping, and sticking to a weekly shopping list help you reduce food waste and spend less at the supermarket. Some practical ways to eat well while keeping food costs down in 2025 are:

  • Compare the price per 100g or per serving to identify better long-term value.
  • Freeze leftover bread, chopped vegetables, and more to avoid food wastage.
  • Cheap foods like lentils, chickpeas, eggs, and tinned fish are budget-friendly.
  • Plan cheap healthy meals that reuse core ingredients, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or sauces.
  • Avoid shopping when hungry or rushed to reduce impulse purchases.

Whether you're reducing meat, trying Veganuary, or simply aiming for more balanced meals, Savoo can help you save on groceries in 2025 with Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and Abel & Cole discount codes. And if you're hosting, our guide to the most affordable wines for dinner parties is a great place to start.


Boost Your Wellbeing With Affordable Self-Care

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Setting aside time each day for mindfulness, journaling, or simply relaxing in a cosy environment are all great examples of self-care, and the best part is they're often free! From looking good on a budget, to affordable loungewear and saving money on skincare, there are countless ways to refresh your self-care routine whilst saving money in the process.

Our Health & Wellbeing Expert, Chelsea Alvarado shares her top tips on saving money whilst prioritising your wellness:

There are so many brands out there that offer incredible loyalty schemes and make it so easy to save money across all your healthcare, makeup and skincare needs. I use both a Boots Advantage Card to collect points every time I shop, and a Superdrug Beautycard to access lower prices on so many products, both online and in-store. It makes such a difference seeing exactly how much money I save on skincare products, vitamins, makeup bits and more every time I shop, which proves that caring for yourself doesn't have to break the bank!

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Check out discount codes from The Body Shop and Neals Yard Remedies to save on skincare products this New Year. Broaden your horizons with online mindfulness and yoga courses, using a Centre of Excellence discount code, or find great New Year New Me deals on massages, meditation and more by using a Groupon discount code.


Save Money on Your Hobbies

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A YouGov Survey shows that young adults between the ages of 18 and 24, particularly women, are the most likely to set New Year’s resolutions. 56% are related to physical fitness, with 49% relating to saving money, and 42% based on improving diets. But many people also want to start or revisit creative hobbies.

Fortunately, hobbies don’t need to be expensive. Everyday items you can easily find around the house can help reduce your expenditure. Reuse jam jars or candle jars for craft projects, experiment with budget-friendly home décor ideas, or explore DIY projects using materials you already have on hand.

There are plenty of other ways to enjoy other hobbies like DIY, home decor, and gardening without needing a lot of money. Take a look at the best new year deals for B&Q, Amazon, and Hobbies.

Our Home & Garden industry expert Matt Jones shares his insight on how to keep your gardening costs down in 2025:

Gardening is such a rewarding hobby but there are a few myths that do seem to put some people off - it’s expensive and you need land. Of course, both can be true, but it doesn’t have to be. All you need is soil, seeds, sunlight and water - so you could grow on a window sill if that’s all you have. I’ve grown chillis, herbs - like basil and coriander and even tomatoes on my window sills. To keep costs down I’ve used soil from my front verge, plastic food containers as propagation trays and milk cartons as plant pots. Seeds can be acquired cheaply too, from as little as 50p a packet (even less if you buy out of season in clearance sales - make sure you check expiry dates) from supermarkets and places like Wilko.com and The Range. If you spend a little more on heirloom seeds you can collect seeds from your crop, plant them next year and so on - I did this year with some calendula plants that were growing at my allotment, which will end up saving me quite a bit of money. For some more money-saving gardening ideas check out my Cheap DIY Gardening Hacks article.

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