The five-euro trick that can save you hundreds of euros

Save hundreds of euros without really noticing anything? That sounds perfect! That's why we were immediately impressed by this simple but effective 5 Euro trick.

Saving is one thing: we actually know that we should put some of our money back – but do we really do it regularly and in a disciplined manner? Most struggle with it – mostly because they have no system.

We have now stumbled across a simple trick that even makes saving fun. It is simple, you can implement it immediately – and above all, you can save several hundred euros in one year!

How does the 5 euro saving trick work?

Every time you have a five-euro bill in your wallet, you put it away and collect it! Yes, it's that simple: Whenever you have a change of five at the till or the ATM spits out a small bill, you take it and pack it away immediately.

The clever thing about the trick: the individual five euros don't usually hurt, you hardly notice that they're missing. However, there is a fair amount of cash accumulating in your money box – and if you "slaughter" it at the end, you will be amazed at how much has been collected!

The 5 euro trick is also a hit on the net – see here how a Youtuber counts his bills saved in one year:

What if I have little money?

Actually, the trick should work wonderfully with five euros. However, if you have little money available and you lack the saved fives at all corners and ends, try a smaller amount: put away every two-euro coin that you can get in your hand – you will also be one Save a handsome sum.

The only important thing is to make it a routine: really put away every five (or two) without exception! Also, don't slaughter your piggy bank until the predetermined time (for example, after a year) is reached. If you stick to this simple rule, you can soon fulfill a nice wish!

We think: A simple trick that will make itself felt!