It's obvious but it took me time to sink in. When buying shop many stores for price. Easier now with the web, from your chair
Before you can save money, learn how you spend it. Get a notepad+just write for a month. Patterns will emerge & you'll see waste
Eat at home. Yes, a bit more work but always cheaper. Plus, if careful, you can eat more healthy food.
Exercise outdoors & at home. Gym are nice but you under use their equipment. As a bonus, outdoors you get a great view
Pay your credit card debt in full by the end of the month. You can litterally save fortunes. If you can't, focus on the bills with the highest interest
Avoid vending machines, resort shops & places where stuff is sold at a more expensive price because of location
take vacation off season. Hotels & tickets are less expensive & less people = you can better enjoy the place
If you feel Stuck, think outside the box. Wills break barriers/See what Jack white did when he needed a guitar http://youtu.be/xCFXeChXfcI
Dont carry lots of money. It's harder to spend money you don't have. Obviously, here, credit cards count as money here
Refill ink cartridges. costs can skyrocket fast if you print a lot. ensure you can refill your printer cartridge+do it
ask for competent advice while filling your tax return. Sometimes a little difference may save you a great amount.
buy a hybrid. They have a much higher mileage per gallon, make less noise & as an added bonus, you are more eco-friendly
"If it ain't broke dont fix it" often wrong. repair early & you save. Sometimes can even avoid more expensive repairs
Keep clothes slightly longer. Yes the latest fashion is nice but you save a lot if clothes are still in good condition
Unplug unused appliances. Many appliances use energy even on standby mode such as computers.
Use a bicycle: u can exercise while getting there+in cities may be faster than cars+no gas involved (unless you fart ;)
Sell old stuff you do not use. It frees up storage space and brings in money
many stores will give you discounts if you sign up for their membership program. If you use it often, it is worth it
Dont put all eggs in 1 basket. Diversify investment. ie portfolio of stock better than just 1. Minimize risk+max return
a dollar a day goes a long way. many wait nearing retirement & lose on compound interests. Start early+do it regularely
Get others to purchase the same item as you & get a group discount... sometimes even free item. Example: gym membership
Economies of scale often apply - Grouping purchases can yield cheaper per item price at wholesale stores like costco
Buy used if applicable, ie not for underwear :). It save lots of money but make sure item is in good condition first
Plan purchases - If purchase isn't urgent. Rather than pay interests, save money monthly+put it in savings account
Not a tip but a #funny #quote: "Borrow from a pessimist, they don't expect it back" :)
Outlet malls - They may be a little far off but they are worth the trip in savings
it may be sound obvious, but we forget. Ask if you can get a discount/ it is the best price. It may be enough to get 1
Get on shop's mailing list & look for coupons/sales days. Waiting 1 week or 2 to buy desired item can well be worth it