Living the high life doesn’t have to break the bank, in fact, with a few lifestyle changes, everyone can be living luxe for less. It’s easy to dream of the Versailles life while scrolling through the Rich Kids of Instragram tumbler, but if you follow a few of these key tips, you’ll be well on your way to the good life (while keeping your budget in check).

Live Way Below Your Means
We’re sure you’ve heard this tip before, but have you ever put it into practice? One of your biggest expenses is no doubt housing. We’re sure you can afford the home that’s completely move-in ready with all of the high-end bells and whistles, but we would love to stop you in your tracks! Have you ever watched Property Brothers? Just as one of our favorite HGTV shows puts it, you can find the house of your dreams and that house can be a fixer upper! If you have the time and the patience, all of your must-haves can be put in the home, saving you thousands of dollars, all while giving you peace of mind with having your hard earned money in the bank.

Be the Queen or (King) of Trades
Everybody has a skill. Are you a copywriter, web designer, nutritionist, personal trainer? Turn your skill into the perfect opportunity to make trades with people because what is better than getting something for free? Not only will you save countless amounts of money, but you can also continue to build your portfolio in the meantime, building more opportunities for future paid gigs and get some pretty great things for yourself along the way.

Never Pay Retail
Here’s another tip that will have you saving loads of money, each and every month. Let’s say you’re a die hard for designer clothing and accessories. If you shop the off season or a web retailer that specializes in high-end designer merchandise, you can save hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. If you’re decorating your home and looking for creating the luxe look, buy the off season or wait until it goes on sale to make your purchase. Searching for expensive looking art? Find the up-and-coming artists in your town. You’ll come off having a one-of-a-kind piece that won’t break the bank. The sooner you start living with the mentality to never pay retail, the easier it becomes to make it a lifestyle.

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Photo of Palace of Versailles by Henrique Kerch