Tips on Cutting Back

With a slowing economy it's time for Americans to watch their expenses. Cutting back on outgoing expenses will allow your family to save money. Here are some tips that I have done and they work!

1. Movies and Entertainment- Look for the movie coupons in AAA and The Entertainment Book. This will allow you to purchase movie tickets at discounted rates. Don't forget to use student ID's and attend the matinee to save $$

2. Eating Out- Check out http://www.restaurant.com/. Purchase a $25 voucher for $10 bucks. This would a great gift idea as well. There are restrictions on days you can use it but hey that's $15 bucks in free food.

3. Free in home movies. Check out http://www.hulu.com/ to download free tv shows and movies.

4. Homeowners and Auto Insurance- Shop around. I recently moved my coverage from a national company and I am saving over $100 bucks a month in auto insurance...no I'm not a bad driver I just have teenagers. Increase your deductibles to $500 or $1000.

5. Online coupons- Thinking of buying something online. Go to http://www.couponheaven.com/ here they have a list of online merchants with promotional codes and discounts. This site will direct you to the merchant site. It's easy. There are many of these services online just search for online coupon codes.