We earn a combined $190,000 a year but we were still struggling to pay the bills: This is our VERY simple secret that now saves us thousands of dollars on groceries Couple on $190k per year reveal budget hacks Say 'the struggle' of the cost of living crisis has hit READ MORE: Here's what Aussies are still splurging on By Belinda Cleary For Daily Mail Australia Published: 23:05, 26 May 2024 | Updated: 23:05, 26 May 2024 e-mail View comments A young family has revealed how they save a fortune each year by using loyalty programs - as experts prove why using them properly is a 'no-brainer' during the cost-of-living crisis. Speaking to FEMAIL Alexandra and Zach Cain from Melbourne 's western suburbs revealed they have been feeling the pinch despite earning a combined income of $190,000 per year. The couple, who have three children under eight at home full time, and two teenagers, 14 and, 17 from Zach's previous relationship, use loyalty programs to help manage their budget.
At first glance the programs save them 'about $600-$700' a year - but once the rewards are calculated on a 'per-shop' basis the family actually end up saving thousands of dollars and hours of time. 'We use Flybuys because we shop at Coles and OnePass because it gives us unlimited delivery from all the shops we like for $4-per-month,' they said, adding most of their shopping can be done from home. Alexandra and Zach Cain from Melbourne have revealed how they save money using loyalty programs and other budgeting .
