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Step 1
Save money by downgrading certain services. If you have services like Digital Cable, High Speed Internet (Broadband) and cell phones; downgrade those services to one of the lower tiers. For instance, you don't need 10MB download on your Internet services when 3MB download will do just as good, and will save you over $10.00/month.
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Step 2
Save money by staying away from restaurants. Go shopping at a grocery store instead! While it is always nice to go out on special occasions and have a nice meal - or get a quick bite at a fast food restaurant - it's best to clip coupons and go to a grocery store to get something to eat. You can usually find great discounts and coupons for some of your favorite foods. And don't forget Ramen Noodles! They're always cheap, and they taste pretty good too!
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Step 3
Pay attention to how you are using your household utilities. Make sure all lights, TVs, etc are turned off when no one is in those particular rooms, and don't let the water run when you're brushing your teeth or washing dishes. Things like that aren't only good for your budget, they're also good for the environment.
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Step 4
Carpool! This is another way to save money. And not only will you be saving money on gas, you will also be helping the environment as well.
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Step 5
Wait for the DVD! Yes, it's fun to go out and see a new movie, but unless it's something you've been waiting to see for a while, it's best to wait until it comes out on DVD. You can get an account at Netflix, and rent many movies as much as you like, for around the same price as it costs to see a movie at a theater once! If you must see a movie at a theater, look for times when there is a discount on movie tickets.
