1.Cook at home often
2.Price check before buying anything expensive
3.If you watch a lot of DVDs, get an online DVD store membership
4.If you like watching movies at the theater, go before 6:00 pm:
5.Regulate your electric use
6.keep distance from lavish, high-roller friends
7.Ride your bike or carpool whenever possible
8.Avoid buying a new car
9.Keep your car as long as possible
10.Do regular scheduled maintenance on your vehicles
11.Bottle your own water.
12.Avoid impulse buying
13.If you have to buy books, check if you can buy it used
14.Instead of buying books, borrow books from the library
15.Disconnect land line if possible
16.Avoid ATM fees
17.Be aware of your bank balance and avoid over draft fees
18.Pay your bills on time and avoid late fees
19.Buy generic products whenever possible
20.Use grocery store bags to line trash cans
21.Buy in bulk whenever possible
22.Watch out for expiration dates on perishable goods
23.Make a list before going shopping
24.Make your own coffee
25.Avoid the vending machines
