Do you have a savings account? A piggy bank? A rainy day cash envelope in your sock drawer? Saving money is tricky, especially if you're tight on money. National Savings Day is observed on October 12th to raise awareness of the importance of saving money. The act of saving isn't as difficult as it may at first seem. With a savings goal, you'll be more motivated to stick to your mission to save as much money as you can. Whether it be for a down payment for a car, a holiday overseas, a new pair of Nike Airforce 1s, or a new laptop, saving money is easier when you have a target to visualize. Just a few dollars a week will help you to get into the habit of saving money. Then, you better structure a monthly budget to reach your savings goal. If you're new to saving, why not approach your bank to set you up with a savings account? Or, create a list of things you'd like to buy or a holiday destination and stick it to your fridge so that you can see it daily. For help and tips on saving, join the chat on October 12th with #NationalSavingsDay on social media.

Save the date - and money - on National Savings Day. Diarize October 12th for this helpful day.

National Savings Day was founded by Capital One in 2017 as a way to create a national conversation about the importance of savings.