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#13 Frugal Tip Of The Day

October 16th, 2008 | Posted in Saving Money

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I admit this one is far, far, far easier said than done. However, if you can accomplish it, the savings will really add up. So without furtherado, today’s frugal tip is: quit your addiction(s).

The amount you save will obviously depend on the cost and frequency of your vice. For example, someone who is accustomed to smoking two packs of cigarretes a day, and is able to stop will save hundreds of dollars a month. Those who drink socially every weekend could realize substaintail savings by quitting, as well.

While perhaps the most common, drinking and smoking certainly aren’t the only addictions out there - perhaps you’re a sugar junkie, fast food affectionado, or visit Starbucks on a daily basis. Quitting any of these, or at least cutting down, can have a positive impact on your bottom line - and frankly, your actual bottom as well.

I’m not saying to stop enjoying your favorite things in life all together, but do so in moderation and refuse to let indulgences have a negative effect on your health, or budget.

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    dawn @ iowahippiechick // October 16th, 2008 at 11:26 pm

    My youngest son Cody & I are both soda drinkers.
    Hubby (Craig) is too, but anyway …
    The youngest son & I quit drinking soda a couple of months ago and it’s incredible how quickly the money we saved from that added up.
    It’s amazing how those little changes really do make big difference!
    About the hubby - not ready to give up his soda yet!
    But I’m going to keep working on him :-)

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