HackALife – Tips for a simpler, quicker, easier life.
10 Helpful Ways to Save Money
Cancel the Newspaper – If you get the newspaper for the coupons, consider getting the Sunday paper only and save about $10 each month.
Turn off the AC or Heat (depending on the season) – This can actually save you upwards of $70 each month in the peak of the season.
Stop buying Lottery Tickets – Lottery tickets if bought on a weekly basis can really cause damage to your checking account.
Start renting movies – Movie theater tickets are around $10 per person making a night out at the movies a big expense. Renting a movie is around $4 and only $1 if you use Redbox.
Try Camping – Instead of staying at hotels, try camping, its great for bringing families closer together in both sense of the word.
Learn to Bake – If you commonly buy cookies, cakes or pies, try making your own and save on the high prices of baked goodies at the grocery store. You will find homemade tastes better too!
Make your own coffee – Stop those daily trips to Starbucks or coffee shop of choice and start making your coffee at home. The savings will astound you – $70 a month for latte, $30 for drip.
Disconnect your land line – If you already use a cell phone and your land line usage is pretty low, try disconnecting your land line and using only your cell phone.
Ride your bike or carpool whenever possible – Its not always the most convenient way to get around but it will save on gas and long term expenses for your car.
Cook at home – Not only does this save money but it is much better for helping you maintain a healthy weight too.
