What comes to mind when you think of summer? Maybe you think of relaxing by the pool, reading a good book, spending time with friends and family, or going on a trip. Whatever it is, don’t let the tasks of everyday life slow you down! Try out some of these tips for saving money and saving time this summer so you can do more of what you love.

Budget Your Meals

Summer schedules can fill up quickly, but don’t let a busy schedule overthrow your budget. Plan a day to meal prep for the week instead of going out to eat for your meals. With farmers’ markets in full swing, you may even be able to buy fresh produce grown locally. When purchasing items that can’t be found at a market, make a grocery list for the store, and stick to it. Adding unnecessary items to your cart quickly increases your bill.

Less Time Worrying, More Time Living

Take advantage of West Bank services to worry less about the future and spend more time living in the moment. With Bill Pay, you can quickly and securely pay your bills from your checking account. By scheduling one-time or recurring payments, you can rest easy knowing that your bills will be paid on time. With Bill Pay, you can spend less time on tasks and more time doing the things you love.

Maximize Your Time Outdoors

Gym membership costs can range from $10 to $150 per month. Instead of spending time indoors at a workout facility, cancel your gym membership for the summer months and try moving your exercise outdoors. Find a new trail to go for a hike or run, swim at a local pool, go kayaking, or try your hand at pickleball. Cancelling your gym membership throughout the summer will give you an extra cushion in your budget and the chance to enjoy the season outside.

Reduce Your Bills

Don’t let water bills bog you down this summer: invest in a water management system. Your city may even help subsidize the cost. One water management system you can purchase and start using right away are rain barrels. Rain barrels are a relatively inexpensive method for collecting rainwater to use for other purposes such as watering your garden or washing outdoor fixtures such as your mailbox or deck furniture. Rain barrels collect water from downspouts on your house, garage, or shed and can capture 50 to 60 gallons on average. Check in with your city’s public works department to see if they offer any subsidies for the installation of stormwater runoff management systems.

However you plan to spend your summer, consider taking advantage of these tips to save time and money so that you can spend more time doing the things you love.