Flipping Antiques For A Profit
Unless you live in the desert, you’ve probably seen an antique store or two in your day. What you may not have seen though is someone that buys antiques and flips them for a profit. It’s not because they know a lot about antiques or can look at something and give you its value on the fly. No, it’s because they are business smart and know what to look for. You too can buy antiques and flip them for a profit and the list of tips below will make it very easy for you to get started. Interested? If so, go ahead and scroll down now to start!
Do Your Research
Unless you plan on getting rich with this venture, it’s best to pick a particular niche and do your research on it. It could be anything from antique furniture, vintage coins, or even old sewing machines. Regardless of what type of antique catches your attention, make sure that you read up on them. Learn about the qualities that make them valuable as well as the qualities that make them worthless. Find out what certain items are selling for (and not what people are asking for them). From there, it’s all about buying them for a little less.
Learn Where To Shop
What we mean by this is that antique stores aren’t the only place to buy antiques. In fact, that’s probably one place that you want to avoid. Sure, they’re bound to be full of valuable antiques but they are probably priced around what they are worth which leaves you little room to make money. Unless you can haggle them down or find a store that doesn’t know their stuff, you’re better off rummaging around thrift shops, estate sales, and yard sales.
Build Up Inventory
Finally, the last tip we have for you is this. Build up your inventory before you actually start selling. Pick a budget (say $100) and buy something. Take the profit that you make from it and put it in your pocket. Then, take that $100 and buy something else. If you want to step it up, give yourself a bigger budget out of the profit as you progress. Just make sure that you build up an inventory first (even if just a few items) so you have more than one antique for sale. This will give you the very best chance of long term financial success.
And if you follow these tips, you’ll find that you will be flipping antiques for a profit in no time. It’s really not that hard and we know a lot of people that supplement their income by a few hundred dollars a week doing this. It is a lot of work at first but once you build up a solid inventory (and gradually add on to it over time as you sell), you’ll have no trouble selling. We’ve even seen some people who struggle to keep enough stuff to sell. Not only will you get repeat customers but you’ll get to a see a lot of cool items which is awesome!
4 Ways To Find Cheap Tobacco
While we don’t condone the use of tobacco, everyone is their own person and we realize that there are millions of people out there that love tobacco. So, with that being said, we put together a quick list of tips that will enable you to save money on tobacco. How? Well, in order to save money on your tobacco products, you just have to know what to do and where to look. So, if you’re ready to get started, go ahead and scroll down the page now!
Register On Their Site
The first tip that we have for you is to register on the site of whoever it is that makes your tobacco. If you’re a fan of Skoal, register on their site. If you smoke Marlboro brand, go to their site and register. More than likely, whatever brand that you use will be more than willing to send you out some coupons that you can use to save money on your tobacco products. They could be Buy 1, Get 1 free coupons or just 50 cents off coupons. Either way, they will save you money and you’ll be able to enjoy your tobacco products at a discount.
Go To Tobacco Stores
If you live in an area that’s not too small, you probably have at least one tobacco store. These stores only sell tobacco related products and because of that, can sell them at prices much cheaper than gas stations, retail stores, etc. Find out if you have a tobacco store in your area and consider stocking up there. If you do this, you’re bound to save some major money and besides that, a lot of people we know like the atmosphere of tobacco stores.
Decrease Your Intake
This is probably the least practical tip on the list and will definitely be the toughest one to pull off but we know that you can do it. If you smoke, try smoking 10 cigarettes a day instead of 20. If you use smokeless tobacco, try making a can or pouch last 2 days instead of 1. Little things like these will definitely save you some cash and the health benefits of limiting your tobacco intake have to be good as well. So, the next time you want to save a little bit of extra money on your tobacco products, just consider using much less of them.
And that’s really all that you have to do in order to save money on tobacco products. To recap, we suggest registering for coupons on the site of whichever brand that you use. It’ll only take a few minutes and you’ll get coupons for years to come. We also suggested cutting down on the use of tobacco products completely to save money. If you can’t do either of these for some reason, the last tip that we gave you was to shop at actual tobacco stores. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get to work and save money!
Have Fun This Summer On A Budget
With the summer season right in front of us, we’ve been trying to come up with a lot of fun ideas for all of our readers. Everything from cheap vacations to time killers. Well, this post follows suit to the others and we’ll be discussing even more ideas for everyone to have fun this summer without forking out a bunch of money. If you’re on a tight budget this year and think that you have to spend your entire summer sitting at home, think again! Now, if you’re ready to get started and want to know more, continue scrolling down!
Go Swimming
Going hand in hand with the picture that you see above, our first suggestion is to go swimming this summer. In most cases, it’s 100% free unless you have to stock up on some bathing suits and sunscreen. Find a local swimming hole, pond, lake, or river. Just make sure that the area isn’t infested with snakes, horse flies, or anything else that might make for a bad experience. Live in the city? If you don’t mind the crowd, there’s probably a few public swimming pools that won’t charge you more than a few bucks to use. Smaller areas also tend to have clubs (that are very affordable) that have access to their own pool.
Make A Book List
This one may not come off as exciting to some of you but if you like to read, this one is definitely a fun, productive, time killer. If you don’t have the money to buy the books that you want to read, try to find them used online or hit up your local library. In most cases, you should be able to read a book or two a month. If reading isn’t your thing, it’s no big deal. Refer to the suggestion above or continue reading for another idea that we have.
Start A Side Business
If you’re one of those people that would rather be productive than have fun, consider spending your time this summer developing a plan for a side business. It could be as simple as cutting grass for a few extra dollars or maybe you want to finance your very own hot dog cart. This is especially great for high school or college students. Do none of these really appeal to you? Do what you know! If you like to write, spend your summer submitting some short stories to a few magazines. If you like to do arts and crafts, consider hitting up some trade shows and selling your work. The opportunities really are endless with businesses.
So, with all of this being said, it really doesn’t matter what you do this summer. As long as you have fun and do something that you feel good about, who cares if you can’t take a huge vacation to some tropical island? In fact, you’ll probably be so upset that you have to come back that you’ll forget all about that vacation in a few weeks. But, if you do something that is productive, it’ll more than likely stick with you forever. Now, have fun!
Saving Money On Paper
Before we get started, we want to say one thing. We’re very much guilty of what we’re about to accuse you of. Okay, so accuse probably isn’t the right word but let us continue. You see, every day, people tend to waste a ton of paper. Even we do it! We try not to but it’s just something that kind of happens. However, we’re making an active effort to cut down on the paper we waste and save a little bit of money at the same time. We’d like you to take part in that effort so we put together a little list of ways that you too can cut down on the amount of paper that you waste. Now, ready to find out how? Scroll down!
Recycle It
The first tip that we have for you is to simply recycle. Sure, it seems kind of obvious but it really does work wonders. Not only will you put some money in your pocket but you’ll also be helping the environment. Sure, it can be a real pain to recycle paper but you don’t even have to recycle all of your paper. Recycling some paper is better than none. Try saving all of your newspapers for a few months and recycle them. You’ll be surprised at the results.
Re-Use Paper
The next tip on our list is to simply use your paper more than once. Even if the sheets of paper in question have been drawn all over, they still have a purpose. Save a few sheets in case you ever need to ship something and you can use some old, balled up paper as packing material. Think of a creative way to decorate with your used paper or do something that no one else is doing. It may seem tough now but trust us. You are capable of most anything!
Buy Recycled Paper
Finally, the last tip that we have for you is this. Buy recycled paper! Not only does it tend to be cheaper but you’re basically helping the environment in more ways than you could ever imagine. Almost every office or retail store carries recycled paper. You may have to read the label closely to see what is recycled and what isn’t but we have noticed one thing. Most of them have a big green logo somewhere on the packaging that lets you know it is a recycled product. If you can spot those products and buy them, you’ll be good to go!
So, the next time you find yourself throwing away paper or spending endless amounts of money on it, refer back to this list. Share this with your friends and print the list out. Stick it on every wall you can find at every single store. You can never have too many people aware of saving money on paper. Just make sure you use recycled printing paper! If you don’t, then that will make everything we’ve just told you one big, walking contradiction.
Getting Extra Money For A Vacation
Summer is right around the corner and we know how much some of you are looking forward to this year’s vacation. It may be to the local beach, an amusement park, or maybe you’re just flying back home to see your family and friends. Regardless of what kind of well deserved vacation you are taking this year, we have some last minute tips that will help you save a little extra money to put towards it. So, if you’re ready to check out these money saving tips and get started, go ahead and scroll down. It’ll be well worth your time!
Park Your Car
If you’re dead serious about taking your vacation and are short on money, park one of your vehicles. If you have two cars, park one until the end of summer and just use one car. This will save you a ton of money on gas and you could take off that car’s insurance and save even more. If you only have one car, consider commuting to work via bus or with a friend.
Sell Your Old Stuff
If you’re in a rush and have some old stuff sitting around that you’d be willing to part with, consider selling it for vacation funds. Put your Star Wars collection to good use or make a few bucks off of those old silver dollars you have. Deciding how important your vacation is may be tough but if you’re not getting any use out of some of your stuff, it’s time to sell it!
Recycle
We know that this one may not seem like it’ll amount to much but if your vacation is still a few months away, you can probably pay for your hotel for a night off of the money you’d make by recycling your bottles, cans, card boards, and plastics for the next few months. If you have a busy household though and a big family, you can probably save even more cash.
Odd Jobs
Finally, the last tip we have for you that will put a little bit of extra money in your pocket for your vacation is to do odd jobs. It could be anything from mowing grass to cleaning homes. Regardless of what you do, make sure it’s something that you can do in your spare time, it pays decent, and it doesn’t cost you too much money to get it done. If you do this, you should be just fine and will find that you can put a lot of extra cash towards your trip.
And that’s it! If you work with these tips and put at least one of them into motion, you’ll find that you will definitely have extra money to put towards this year’s vacation. If you manage to do all of them, you may very well pay for your vacation with nothing but the information found on this list. Now, what are you waiting for? Let’s get started and make sure that you take your trip this year and if you don’t mind, share this list with friends!
Making Money Off Of Your eBook
So, you’ve written your own eBook and are ready to turn it into some cold hard cash. Well, we’re here to help. We’ve got a few tips for you that will help you monetize your eBook and make some serious money off of it. These tips work great for beginners as well as those of you that have written several eBooks in the past. Now, if you’re ready to get started and are anxious to learn how you can monetize your eBook, scroll down now!
Get A Professional Cover Made
The first tip that we have for you in regards to making money off of your eBook is to have a professionally made cover done. Sure, it’s just an eBook and you may not think that the cover matters much but it does. Don’t skimp out on the cover as a good one may cost you a few hundred dollars but it’ll make the world’s biggest difference. We can guarantee that!
Put Some Money Into Marketing
The next tip that we have for you is to put some money to the side ahead of time so you’ll have at least somewhat of a marketing budget. You can use this to buy ad spots for your eBook on the Internet, in news papers, or wherever you want. We recommend shooting a video for your eBook and promoting it on YouTube. Run some ads there as well if you can.
Give Out Review Copies
Do you know anyone that is well known in the world of eBooks? Send them a copy of your book for free and they might just give you a quote to use in your actual book. Of course, this will need to be done before your book is actually published and even if you can’t get a big name, it’s still good to get some honest feedback from the people that read your book.
Hire An Editor
Finally, the last tip that we have for you is to hire an editor. Make sure your book is more than ready for release and polish it to the core. Having a good editor will ensure that there are no inconsistencies, spelling or grammar errors, and finally, typos. This will increase your chances of getting your eBook onto good sites and you just never know. You may end up doing a paperback or hardback release of your eBook. It is most definitely possible!
So, what are you waiting for? You now know everything that you need to know in order to successfully monetize your eBook. Where you sell it or how is up to you whether it’s on your own website, through someone else’s forum, or on a marketplace. Either way you go about it, if you follow the helpful advice above, you have a good shot at making some money off of your eBook. Now, get out there and get started! We know that you can do it because we’ve seen others do it and they’re no smarter than you are. We promise!
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Saving Money With Rising Gas Costs
With gas costs beginning to flip flop around, we thought that’d put something together for you that will help you save money on gas. It could be for a big summer trip, it could be for the commute to work, or it could even be for those random trips to town that you hardly ever take. Regardless of what you need to cut gas costs for, we’re here to help. So, with that being said, scroll down now to find out how you can cut costs on gas costs right now.
Car Pool
The first thing that you can do to save money on gas is to car pool. No, we’re not asking you to pile in your car with 8 other people and make the journey to work together. But, if you have a neighbor close by that works with you or your significant other works close by, ask them to ride with you during the week. You can split the gas costs and alternate weeks. That way, there’s not too much wear and tear on anyone’s car and you save 50% of your money. This works really well but just make sure that you have someone to ride with you.
Pay With Credit
The second thing that we recommend doing to cut down on gas costs is to pay with credit. The only reason that we recommend doing this is because it may be easier to have one solid bill every month for the gasoline bought versus forking out $10 a day in cash for gas. Just make sure that you can pay it off every single month and the interest rate isn’t high.
Trade In Your Old Car
If you’re driving an older car that you’ve made major repairs to and are struggling with the cost of gas, you may be better off trading in your old car for a new, fuel efficient car. The average American can afford a $15,000-$20,000 car if they make the average income. Even if you can’t buy a newer car than yours but get it used. You’ll save a ton of your money!
Get Rewards
Finally, the last tip that we have for you to save money on gas is to sign up for rewards cards. Most gas station chains, like Shell, have rewards cards that will save you money on gas. Some grocery stores even offer this now so definitely take advantage of that. We know that you can save as much as 20 or 25 cents off a gallon with these rewards cards.
And that’s all that you have to do to save money on gas. We know that gas costs have been going up lately and it’s likely that we’ll one day see gas that costs as much as $5 a gallon one day. Be prepared for when that happens and save up a little extra money in the meantime. Then, if it ever gets that high again, you can apply these tips and save money!
Easy Things To Sell For Money
When it comes to making money online, there are a few types of items that are pretty easy to sell. In other words, we’re going to give you a few things that you can sell fairly quickly if you need to make some quick cash. Best of all, the items listed below aren’t hard to come by so you shouldn’t have trouble at all getting some inventory together. Now, are you ready to find out what they are? If so, scroll down and take a look. You won’t regret it!
Designer Clothing
If you have any old name brand clothing laying around, you can easily sell it on an auction site like eBay. Even if you don’t have any, you could always browse local thrift stores and yard sales to build up some inventory. You’ll probably only pay a few dollars for a brand name pair of jeans and could easily sell them online for triple what you paid for them. The same can be said for shirts, purses, shoes, and anything else that women are looking for.
Electronics
Do you have an old TV that you’d like to get rid of? Maybe your old cell phone is just sitting around and collecting dust. Either way, these are both items that you could sell quickly for some extra cash. You don’t even have to use a site like eBay for stuff like this. There are plenty of companies out there that will pay you top dollar for old cell phones and stuff.
Toys
Yes, we said toys. Believe it or not, there’s a huge market for this. Put your old figurines to good use and make some money off of them. They not only appeal to children but there are also thousands of collectors out there that would love to get their hands on your old toys. A bonus is if you have anything still in the box as it’ll probably be worth much more.
Books
Do you read a lot of books? If so, pay it forward! Once you finish reading a book, sell it online. This works very well if you’re reading new releases (or classics) and although you probably won’t get your money back out of a book, you’ll be killing two birds with one stone. Not only will you be giving someone else the book for cheaper but you’ll also be making more money off of it than you would if you just let it sit on your book shelf.
And that’s all you have to do if you want to make a little extra money online. These are all very easy things to sell for money and you should have no trouble selling a dozen or so of any of these item types per week. In fact, you could probably sell triple that amount if you were willing to put in the time and work needed to do so. Now, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get out there and make some sales. We promise that it’ll definitely be a blast!
Saving Money In The Bathroom
Yes, we know that this post has a pretty awkward title but let us explain. Every year, we hear about thousands of people that are spending outrageous amounts of money on stuff that either just gets flushed down the toilet, rubbed all over their teeth, or whatever. We think it’s time that this stopped and everyone started saving a little money in the most popular room in their home (next to the kitchen). Yes, we’re talking about the bathroom! Interested yet? Good! We thought that you would be. Now, let’s get started with the list.
Forget Name Brands
The first tip that we have for you is to forget about name brand products. You don’t have to entirely but who cares if your floss, q-tips, or things like that are name brand? We sure don’t and neither should you. A q-tip is a q-tip and floss is floss so stop over paying for it. We do understand though that not all tooth paste, mouth wash, and toilet paper is the same so we definitely won’t be asking you to make sacrifices in that department. Cool?
Re-Use What You Can
Great! We’re glad that you’re willing to make those changes. Now, what else can you do? Well, you can start by re-using what you can. No, you don’t have to re-use toilet paper or anything like that but why no re-use your towels? We know that you women out there like to use two towels (one for your body and one for your hair) but if they don’t get that wet, use them for an extra day. It’ll be less wear and tear on your towels, it’ll cut down on your water bill as you’ll have to wash towels less, and no one will ever even find out about it.
Buy In Bulk
Walk into any BJ’s or Price Club store and you’re bound to see some pretty awesome prices on stuff like tooth paste, mouthwash, shampoo, conditioner, and whatever else you’d find in the average bathroom. You may have to buy a lot of it but it isn’t like you won’t use it one day, right? Okay, so don’t be afraid to buy that giant bottle of conditioner or the 3 packs of mouthwash. It’ll save you money, it’ll get used, and you’ll have money to spend.
And that’s how you save money in the most important room in your house: the bathroom. Share this list with your friends, family, and anyone else that you know because we are very tired of seeing people like you (and us at one point in time) spend entirely too much money on products for their bathroom. Now, if you’re rich and don’t care about saving money, more power to you! If you’re like us though and like value, follow the tips found on this list and we swear on everything that you’ll notice a big improvement in your budget. After all, we experienced it first hand and it definitely worked. Now, go save some money!
Does Buying In Bulk Really Save You Money?
We get a lot of questions about this and decided that it was time to address this issue. So, what question are we talking about? Well, although it’s in the title, we’ll mention it again. Does buying in bulk really save you money? The short answer is yes but we’ll go a bit more in depth for you. You see, buying in bulk at places like Sam’s Club or Costco is a great way to save money but it definitely isn’t for everyone. If you’re single or live on your own, you probably won’t save a ton of money shopping at these places. Why? Because it’s really not necessary to go out and spend a ton of money on items that will do nothing but take up space. There is an exception though. Anyone could benefit from buying bathroom stuff!
After all, you can never have too much toilet paper, body wash, shampoo, or tooth paste. If you’re a business owner or have a big family (or even just kids or a husband), you can most definitely benefit from shopping at places like Sam’s Club. You may only save a few dollars but as you probably already know, a few dollars can go a very, very, very long way.
This is especially true if you’re raising kids but again, that’s something you probably already know. Now, what about those of you that kind of fall into the middle? Should you shop at Sam’s Club or Costco or any other store like these? Well yeah, you still should. Here’s why.
Most places like this tend to have really good prices on stuff like televisions, surround sound, furniture, outdoor supplies, sporting goods, and even everyday essentials such as vitamins. In fact, we know a lot of people who exclusively shop at places like these even if it’s for something as simple as a DVD or a new pair of jeans. Walk into any Sam’s Club and you’ll see why. Outside of grocery items (and all kinds of other stuff) that come in bulk, they have some pretty darn good prices on almost anything that you could ever think of.
So, hopefully we’ve answered your question as to whether or not buying in bulk saves you any money. If you still have doubt, the best thing that we can recommend for you to do is to head into one of the stores that we’ve mentioned and see what you find. Compare prices and quantities to that of wherever you normally shop. Chances are, you’ll find that you like the difference. Well, at least we did! But we can’t speak for you or put words in your mouth. You’ll have to come to your own conclusion and as mentioned above, the only way to do this is to give one of these stores a shot. Either way, we’re pretty confident that you won’t regret it. If you do though, be sure to drop us a line and let us know why. It’s opinions like yours that keep us in the loop and besides that, we love hearing from you!
Cutting Down On Medical Expenses
Let’s face it. At some point or another, we’ll all have to go to the doctor or the hospital. What we all won’t have to do though is pay too much for healthcare related expenses. With the tips below, not only will you be able to cut down on doctor bills but you’ll also be able to live a better life. Now, what are you waiting for? Scroll down and learn how to cut down on your medical expenses now. You can thank us later for this helpful, practical list.
Get Insured
The first tip that we have for you when it comes to saving money on medical expenses is simply to get insured. Odds are, you can’t afford to pay for doctor visits, medications, and potential surgeries out of pocket so why not get insured? With the Obama Healthcare stuff in place, insurance is pretty affordable to most anyone now. In fact, most people can get some pretty good health insurance for under $100 a month. You can’t beat that, huh?
Exercise
Yes, we said it. Exercise! Staying in shape will keep you at home more and at the doctor’s office less. It’s great for heart health, your blood sugar, and numerous other things that send a lot of people to the emergency room each and every day. We’re not asking you to go sling around 50lb dumbbells but if you could incorporate 20 minutes of walking a day into your normal routine, you’ll find that you spend more time enjoying life and less in the E.R.
Sign Up Now
Something else that you can do to cut down on medical expenses is signing up for various rewards and discount programs that are available. The main thing here is to thoroughly research all of these programs and make sure you qualify for them. Hop on Google and find programs that are available to you in your area. From there, it’s all about applying to them.
Government Assistance
Can’t afford insurance? Don’t stress it! Almost every state in the country has a government funded insurance system in place that will give you health insurance for little or no cost. There’s no shame in getting a helping hand when you need to and we encourage anyone that needs insurance but can’t afford it to research these programs. To get started, visit your state’s official website and use their search feature to get info on various programs.
And by doing all of this, you should be all set! Not only will you cut down on medical costs but you’ll also have more time to do more important things like enjoying life, spending time with your family, and shooting for the stars. In all seriousness though, your health is not something that you should play around with. Take advantage of the options that you have in front of your, live as long as you possibly can, and enjoy life to the fullest. After all, that’s what we’re all about here at Pinching Your Pennies. Enjoying life, saving money, etc.
How To Flip Items For Money
Buying items and then selling them for a profit is the art of “flipping.” Ever heard of it? Well, if you have, then you probably know the concept fairly well. What you may not know though is where you can sell these items that you are buying. You’re in luck though! We’re going to give you our personal recommendations as to where you can flip items for money. Ready to get started? If so, scroll down and take a look. We promise it will be worth it!
eBay
The obvious first choice when it comes to flipping items for a profit is eBay. If you’ve been living under a rock (we’re kidding) and have never heard of eBay, it’s basically an online auction site that you can sell practically anything on. You also don’t have to do just auctions as you can sell stuff as “Buy It Now” and set your own price. eBay totally rocks!
Flea Markets
This is a pretty popular way of flipping items as you’ll attract a large variety of people but you’ll definitely want to be careful with this one. Flea markets aren’t a particularly good place to sell high end items so you may want to turn to flea markets when you have a mix of things to sell and at good prices. Most people that go to flea markets are looking for a value and items that don’t cost a lot of money so keep that in mind in the near future.
Open A Store
If you’re financially secure and have the ability to do this, opening your own store to sell your items could be a very viable option for you. Even if you already work full time, this could still work out very well. Open a store, set your hours to be weekends only, and see if you can flip your items for a profit. Just make sure you don’t spend too much on rent.
Yard Sales
Finally, you have the option of having a yard sale or two or three. Every time you get your inventory built up, have a yard sale. There are probably literally hundreds if not thousands of people in your area that go to yard sales every single weekend. Space them out a month or two apart and you’re likely to make a pretty good return on your investment. You may also consider having a yard sale with a friend or family member if you don’t have enough items of your own. Best of all, you can do this from home so it won’t cost you a dime.
And now you know a few ways that you can make a little extra money and where you can flip your items for a profit. Each one of these methods is pretty darn effective and you’ll be hard pressed to find better places (physical or virtual) to flip your items for a profit. Now, what are you waiting for? Get out there, make some money, and have a little fun!
Saving Money On Your Water Bill
Some of us have the luxury of living in areas where the water bill stays the same no matter how much (or how little) water you use during the month. Unfortunately, others’ water bills are based on usage and that’s where we come in. We have a few tips for those of you that fall into that category as to how you can cut down on your water bill. They’re easy to implement, they won’t cost you a dime, and best of all, they’ll save you a ton of money. Are you ready to find out what they are? Great! We’re ready to tell you. Now, scroll down!
Take Showers
The first tip that we have for you when it comes to cutting down on your water bill is to start taking showers. No, we aren’t insulting you or saying you are dirty but if you are currently taking baths every night, consider making the switch to showers. You’ll use much less water, it’s much quicker, and you’ll cut down on your water like never before. You also won’t get prune fingers (or toes) like you tend to get when you take a bath instead.
Eliminate The Drip
How many times have you walked into the kitchen and noticed that your faucet was dripping? Okay, probably quite a few times, right? Well, replacing that faucet or fixing the drip could save you a ton of money on your water bill. While it may not seem like much right now, that dripping water can add up over time and make your water bill way more.
Increase The Load
Next, we want you to increase the amount of dishes that you are doing per load. We know that a lot of you do the cups and silverware separate (makes sense) but you don’t have to. It may mean that you have to do a little extra scrubbing but it will cut down on your water bill especially if you’re one of those people (big families) that have to do dishes every single day. If you have a dishwasher, wait until you have a full load to do all of your dishes.
Buy Bottled Water
Finally, the last tip that we have for you is to buy bottled water. It may not make much sense right now but it will. Instead of drinking tap water or using a filter, get your water in a bottle and drink it that way. Every time you fill up a glass of water via your faucet, you’re adding to your water bill. For smaller families (or those of you that live solo), it will help cut down your water bill. Still don’t believe us? Try drinking off brand bottled water.
And those are our tips on how you can save money on your water bill. They may not seem like much but we promise that they work. If you live in an area that has a set amount for the water bill, this list probably doesn’t apply to you but it still wouldn’t hurt to go green and save water anyways. Now, what are you waiting for? Let’s pinch some pennies, live life, and cut down on your water bill. After all, it’s only the right thing to do. Enjoy!
Best Affordable Internet Providers
Internet is something that almost everyone uses nowadays. It’s convenient, it kills time, and some people even make their living on the Internet. You can find everything from music videos to the latest news at the click of a button and the Internet has truly made the way the world works a lot better. So, what if you don’t have Internet? What if you pay too much for Internet? Well, we put together a list of the best affordable Internet providers to give you a hand. Before you scroll down and start reading the list though, keep one thing in mind. This list is based on providers in the United States as that’s where we are located.
Charter
The first provider on our list is Charter Communications. While they aren’t available in all parts of the country, they are a pretty widespread provider. With affordable Internet and well priced bundles (they cost around $99 for TV, Internet, and Phone), Charter is very hard to beat in terms of quality and price. Find out if you have Charter Internet available in your area and make the switch. We promise that you definitely won’t regret doing so.
Verizon Fios
While this is one of the more expensive providers on our list, they are also one of the best. The quality of their services (and speed) more than make up for the hefty price tag that comes with almost any service that Verizon offers including cell phone service. If you have Verizon Fios in your area and are in need of a good Internet provider, going with Verizon may be the best choice if you can afford to. If you can’t, try another provider.
Comcast
Comcast, a lot like Charter, isn’t available in all areas and definitely isn’t as common as Verizon but they are still a good provider. While slightly cheaper than Verizon (and a little more expensive than Charter), they don’t offer services as good as either. The only reason they made the list is because they are affordable and have great customer service. We’ve also noticed that they don’t hire contractors to install your services nearly as much as other providers which is good. Why? Because you can ask questions as well as get answers.
Sudden Link
Finally, the last Internet provider on our list is Sudden Link. They’re pretty common on the East Coast and have some very fast Internet speeds. While they aren’t the cheapest (nor the most expensive), the speeds that are available when it comes to Internet service are pretty miraculous. If you have Sudden Link Internet available in your area, be sure to check them out and compare their services to Verizon, Comcast, and Charter Communications.
Now, are you ready to get Internet or make the switch from your current, expensive provider? If so, see which services that you have available in your area that made our list and make it happen! You won’t regret doing so and it’ll save you a ton of money. Best of all, you’ll have a quality services as well. After all, it’s all about quality that is affordable.