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nike adam of AZ @ Sep 24, 2009 13:59:41 PM

Public Library

Dont forget the public library has tons of free entertainment. No cost books, movies, things for the kids to do, computers.

Darlene of PA @ Sep 13, 2009 10:46:49 AM

Save Money on Software

You can save hundreds of dollars by using free, open source software instead of pricey commercial programs.

For example, OpenOffice.org is a suite of software similar to Microsoft office, and includes software for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations that is compatible with Microsoft's file formats. There are versions available for both Windows PCs and the Macintosh.

There are many other good quality free programs: a useful collection (for Windows computers) can be found on The Open Disc (http://www.theopendisc.com/) that is available as a single download. There is a special student edition as well.

Roger Hiles of CA @ Apr 25, 2009 13:41:18 PM

Just be Smart in Finding Bargains and Deals

Do a lot of online shopping and research before buying to maximize the return on every dollar spent is important. With Internet, it has become much easier to research what I buy before taking out the wallet.

Understanding the policies of different stores is important too. For example, Staples, OfficeMax, and Office Depot have free shipping when an order is over $50.

Amazon is pretty good in this regard. I love Amazon's so called super saver shipping where most items get free shipping when an order is over $25. After all, Amazon is a reputable retailer and they have useful user reviews on the site too.

Speaking of free shipping on Amazon, I recently also came across a pretty neat "filler finder" for Amazon's free shipping. It is at:

http://www.superfiller.com

Perhaps others will find it useful too.

John of WA @ Apr 04, 2009 02:39:15 AM

Getting braces for your kids

Some dental and healthcare expenses can't be avoided. Braces for kids are expensive. My parents opted to say "No" and I consequently had to pay for my own orthodontia when I was in my 40s. Then I didn't wear my retainer faithfully, and had to get re-braced for an additional $1200 (yikes! save money & wear your retainer) Now that my kids need braces, I negotiate hard because I've paid for my own, and now for my kids. I like to pay in cash, or at least 50% in cash. Read my short article "How to Get the Best Price for Orthodontic Braces: 7 Steps to a Straight Smile" at www.associatedcontent.com/article/1568565/how to get the best price for orthodontic.html?singlepage=true

C. Warso of NV @ Mar 23, 2009 15:20:16 PM

Save Few Bucks

I completely agree with the eating in part. That itself would save lot of money every month, and would improve the health too.

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Save Few Bucks of TX @ Mar 11, 2009 00:54:55 AM

Save money using your rewards

One thing that i recommend is using your rewards to buy stuff when the times are bad. The rewards will expire eventually so it the perfect time to use them. I use http://www.awardwallet.com to track all of my reward programs and it actually notifies me via email if any of my rewards are going to expire.

Matt V. of NY @ Mar 05, 2009 21:57:10 PM

Get Unlimited phone service for $9.95 a month!!!

Forget about elevate! I had them, they sucked, I cancled in 30 days and got my money back! Check out WeWillConnectYou.com they have some great information on phone service (check out the digital section) and they have a link to there for phone service that is only $10 a month. No activation fees, no equipment fees... Just $10 a month. I got it and it works perfectly. Much better than the other guys!

Bill Davidson of UT @ Feb 20, 2009 12:47:10 PM