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Here are some ways you can save money each month. There are informations on 5 ways to save money, save money from household bills, easiest ways to save, save money on auto insurance, and funny ways to save money (enjoy). There are many ways you can save money. I hope you'll find the right one for you.

5 Ways To Save Money Each Month

1). Eat out one less time each month (estimated savings - $35/month).
According to a 2005 report by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average US Household spends 5.5% of their money on eating out at restaurants (not groceries). Since the average US household income is $48,201 (before taxes), we estimate that the average household spends nearly $176 each month on eating out!  We don't expect you to never eat out again; however, if you were able to save $176 a month, that's $615,114 in 30 years! We encourage you to be ambitious in this area; however, if you can start with just one less outing each month...that's an extra $35 a month (on average).

2). Bring your lunch to work or school (estimated savings - $20 per month).
It's difficult to determine how much the average US household spends each month on lunches at school or work. However, if you do eat out for lunch during the week, consider the possibilities for savings. At $5 per lunch, that's $25 per week, or $100 per month. If you have children going to school and pay for their lunch; consider making them a homemade lunch. This could certainly be as much as $5 - $10 per week in savings or $20 - $40 each month! Only you will be able to determine how much you can save in your particular situation. Using the numbers listed above, we estimate that the average household will be able to save between $20 - $140 each month by being more frugal during lunch time.

3). Create a shopping list and stick to it when you get groceries, and use coupons (estimated savings - $40 per month).
According to the same US Bureau of Labor Statistics study mentioned above, it is estimated that the average US household spends 7.5% of their after tax money on groceries. Now of course food IS a necessity of life; however, there are ways to be more frugal without missing a meal. By simply being more conscious of what you are spending at the grocery store, you may be able to save a decent amount. The age-old "shopping list" is still a great suggestion. By sticking to your list, you will have less "impulsive" buys and will be able to shop around for deals on the items that you need. In addition, USE COUPONS...its free money! In fact, if you have a Wal-mart nearby, you can price match any competitors coupons. For example, if Albertsons is selling milk for $1.99; simply, go to Wal-mart, pick up the milk, and tell the cashier to "price match" for $1.99...and that's it. This is one of Wal-mart's business strategies, so they encourage you to do this. Whether or not you use Wal-mart isn't the point. Find a way to save on your groceries; plan before you go, stick to your list, and use coupons. The average household that was not doing this already should be able to save about $40 per month by implementing these strategies.

4). Use generic brands.
There is no explanation needed here; just do it! Nobody will know if you bought the cheap Wal-mart milk or the fancy brand! It all comes from the same cow anyway. Think of areas to go generic, you will be surprised how much you could save.

5). Lower your household bills (estimated savings - $20 per month)
Ask your local utility company how you can lower your energy bills. They will have lots of suggestions such as weatherproofing your home and using window coverings. In addition, if you for every 1 degree you turn down your heat, you will save about 3% on your heating bill each month. (Also, consider using less A/C during the summer months). You can also turn down the temperature on your water heater to 115-120 degrees without any noticeable difference. This will save money on your household bills.

 

 

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