How to Save Money on Movies

It can be a really great feeling to let your movie collection grow. The only problem with this plan is that it can be quite expensive. After all, movies can cost anywhere from 10 to 30 dollars. This can really add up. Luckily, there are ways to save money while buying your favorite movies. Use these principals and you could save more than half of the money that you would spend buying brand new movies in the wrong stores.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Small amount of money
• Television
• DVD player
• VCR

1. Be careful where you buy your movies. Some stores are cheaper than others even for movies that have just been released. For best results, look around town and choose the store that most often has the best prices.

2. Buy used movies. Used movies, also known as previously viewed movies, are often a lot cheaper than the new versions. You can find these affordable movies at most movie rental stores.

3. Buy right away for blockbuster movies. Although it may seem backward, when most large-scale movies get released to DVD, they are the cheapest in the beginning. After a certain amount of time, the price will go up. Be sure to get a new blockbuster within the first few weeks.

4. Purchase more obscure movies later. If you’re looking for that latest independent movie, it’s a better idea to wait before buying. Unlike blockbusters, these start out expensive and go down from there. Wait, if you can.

5. Find deals at estate and garage sales. During the summer when all of the best yard sales are in full swing, check out their movies. You can usually find a good assortment of DVDs and VHS for much cheaper than you’ll ever find in stores.

Tips & Warnings

• Have a VCR? You can save money by picking up older movies in VHS format. Yes, these are still around and worth the money.
• Although it can be free to pirate movies on the internet or purchase bootleg copies on the street, this is illegal and you can get in big trouble.

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on 11/11/2007 These are great and practical money-saving tips...thanks!