Whether you are cutting back to put more towards your credit card debt or just saving in general here are an additional 25 ways to do so.
1. Don't buy things from a vending machine-these things usually have a large markup and are unhealthy.
2. Send away for and follow up on rebates the day you make a purchase.
3. Get books from the library- you can't beat free.
4. Never pay checking account fees- there are free banks out there.
5. Drive you car longer- drive it as long as it is safe.
6. Eliminate some of your cable channels- do you really need 500 channels?
7. Take your lunch to work one day more then you do right now.
8. Get organized so you don't miss payments, those late charges will kill you.
9. Cut your dryer sheets in half- the box will last twice as long.
10. If you don't have someone to share your meal with- take half of it for lunch the next day.
11. Stop drinking soda
12. For your must read magazines- get a subscription- its much cheaper then buying them each week.
13. Don't pay interest on your credit cards
14. Buy furniture at a consignment store.
15. Plan trips where you have friends and family- save on room and board.
16. When flying- bring your own snacks- airport food is expensive.
17. Make trip purchases, like aspiring and suntan lotion a head of time.
18. Keep tires properly inflated- it will get better gas mileage.
19. Have a yard sale
20. Have an automatic saving account set up at your bank.
21. Eat at home more
22. Sell things you don't need anyone on Ebay.
23. Freelance on the side- writing, photography- whatever you are good at.
24. Make your own greeting cards.
25. Go to community rec areas instead of having a gym membership
If you have been successful paying off your debt by cutting back on your expenses share with us you you did it.
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