18 February 2009 ~ 0 Comments

TDD-019 – Even MORE Money Saving Tips

The Daddy Dialogues album artIn episode 16, Vinny and Roland shared a number of money saving tips. In the latest episode, we share even more tips to cut costs and tighten your budget.

[22:40] We talk about practicality versus aesthetics of Compact Fluorescent Bulbs (CFLs).

More money saving tips:

  • Most everything is negotiable.
  • Ever hear that at a casino, you can ask an attendant to “put the slot machine to sleep” while you go to the bathroom?
  • Now is a great time to refinance your mortgage down to a lower rate.

  • Shop around for a lower price on your auto insurance.
  • Ask your gym if they’ll suspend your membership for 6 months.
  • Ask your satellite or cable provider to suspend your TV service for 6 months.
  • Bundle your TV/phone/Internet service to reduce monthly expenses.
  • Drop the $25-40 data plan or texting plan on your cell phones.
  • Start having conversations with your spouse about bigger ticket items. Discuss whether you can share one car. Sell property that you’re under-utilizing.
  • Redbox.com vending machine for DVDs.

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