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If you still have car, student or credit card debt, focus on paying that down to avoid high 5-15% interest payments. Dave Ramsey recommends making minimum payments on all your …

Shop thrift stores, used marketplaces and consignment stores. My favorite consignment store is Swap.com. Other new used marketplaces like eBay, OfferUp or the Facebook marketplace now offer plenty of options …

Enjoy simple, free activities: go for walks, bike rides or roller blade outings, play at the park, have a campfire, play board games or video games you already own, go …

This can save you hundreds per year! Don’t go shopping for fun or as a hobby. Shop when you need something and shop with a list. Don’t browse online shops …

It’s not always convenient, but you’ll save money on repairs, insurance, and other car costs ($8,469/year according to NerdWallet).  

check out books, e-books and movies for free. Did you know you could get free library e-books for free on your Kindle or ebooks apps?

Buy refurbished or used when it comes to electronics, tools, lawn equipment, decor, and kids toys (really, anything that can be easily cleaned). eBay, OfferUp and Amazon Renewed have great …

Many restaurants have a less expensive lunch menu, which will often save you 20-40%. Not to mention you will probably save on alcoholic drinks 😉

Housing is probably your biggest monthly expense, so make sure you don’t overspend. Look at the most inexpensive options first and then go from there. You should not spend more …

Don’t be the first to buy new technology, movies, and games. By waiting a few months, you can save by buying an older generation phone in new condition for a …