💰 Saving Money in Your 20s: Real Tips from a Regular Indian Guy
📚 Table of Contents
- 👉Why Saving in Your 20s Actually Matters
- 👉The Mindset Shift I Needed
- 👉Simple, Real Tips That Are Working for Me
- 👉What I Struggled With (And Still Do)
- 👉Final Thoughts: It’s Not About Perfection
Why Saving in Your 20s Actually Matters
Let’s keep it real — saving money in your 20s feels hard when your salary disappears faster than your data pack 😅
But here’s the deal: This is the best decade to build habits that’ll make the rest of your life easier. Whether it’s ₹100 or ₹10,000 — what matters is that you start.
I’m Roushan and I used to suck at saving. Still not perfect — but I’ve made small changes that actually stuck. And I’m sharing those with you today. No jargon. Just real talk.
The Mindset Shift I Needed
I used to think saving was boring. Like… why not just spend and enjoy?
Turns out, saving isn’t about being boring. It’s about buying freedom — future you will thank you when your bank balance isn’t at ₹64 by the 20th of the month.
What changed?
- I stopped thinking of savings as “leftovers”
- I treat savings like a non-negotiable monthly expense
- I started automating transfers so I don’t even see the money 😎
Simple, Real Tips That Are Working for Me
Here are the exact things that helped me start saving money in my 20s:
1. Excel Is My Budget BFF
Forget fancy apps — I track all my spending in a basic Excel sheet. It’s ugly, but it works.
Tip: Use color codes for Needs (🟢), Wants (🟡), and Regrets (🔴). Works like magic.
2. Automate Savings
Every 1st of the month, ₹2000 goes into a separate savings account(Or SIP). I call it “Don’t Touch Fund.”
Confused between SIP, FD, and RD? 👉Check out my detailed comparison to find what suits your savings goals best.
Start small. Even ₹500 is a win.
3. Create a “Fun Budget”
Don’t cut out fun completely — it never lasts. I set aside ₹1500/month for chill stuff (Zomato guilt-free 😁)
4. Impulse Block: The 48-Hour Rule
Want to buy something unplanned? Wait 48 hours. If you still want it, go for it. Most times, I forget about it.
What I Struggled With (And Still Do)
Let’s be honest — this journey isn’t perfect.
- Some months I forget to track anything
- I sometimes overspend on weekends
- I still feel FOMO when friends invest in crypto 🙈
But here’s the difference: I’m aware now. And that awareness keeps me improving.
Final Thoughts: It’s Not About Perfection
Saving money in your 20s isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being intentional.
Even if you start with ₹200/month — start.
Even if you mess up — restart.
This blog is for all of us who are figuring it out, one rupee at a time.
What’s Coming Up Next on The500Investor
Stay tuned for more actionable tips on personal finance. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- How to Build an Emergency Fund from Scratch – A simple guide to securing your future, even when you’re starting with nothing.
- Top Investment Strategies for Beginners in India – Learn the basics of investing without the jargon.
- My Step-by-Step Budgeting Process – How I finally tamed my spending and saved more than I ever thought possible.
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