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Get smart and start saving—without sacrificing the things you love
With high prices for everything from food to gas, how can you make ends meet—and still have enough for the things you love? 500 Great Ways to Save For Dummies is packed with creative ideas for cutting costs in small and big ways, in dozens of categories, ranging from groceries and healthcare to education, travel, and major purchases. This fun book helps you get into a saving mindset, know where your money goes, and whittle down debt. These quick tips are so easy you can start saving today!
This is the only book you need to save money throughout the year!
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Introduction 1
Chapter 1: Managing Your Money 5
Chapter 2: Slashing Your Food Bill 17
Chapter 3: Cashing In on Car Savings 25
Chapter 4: Saving Cold Cash on Utilities 33
Chapter 5: Fixing Up Your Home on the Cheap 41
Chapter 6: Shopping with Savvy 49
Chapter 7: Being Clever about Clothes Shopping 55
Chapter 8: Saving on Hair, Beauty, and Personal Care 65
Chapter 9: Getting Quality Healthcare (Including Insurance) for Less 71
Chapter 10: Tapping into Technology Bargains 85
Chapter 11: Going Out without Breaking the Bank 95
Chapter 12: Studying Education Costs 101
Chapter 13: Cutting Travel Expenses 107
Chapter 14: Enjoying Hobbies for Less 117
Chapter 15: Focusing on Fitness 123
Chapter 16: Having a Ball: Parties and Holidays 129
Chapter 17: Providing for Your Pets 137
Chapter 18: Turning Your Personal Finances Around 145
Chapter 19: Investing for the Long Term 153
Index 159
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