How to Save Money Tips
80 Small and Big Ways to Save Money This Year

If one of your goals is to save money this year, then make a few changes here and there to save a little or a lot. Remember the little things do add up! Read this list below on suggestions for saving money and pick a few for 2019.
— Additional reporting by Emily Co
1 Bring lunch to work

2 Take public transportation

3 Drop your landline and rely on your cell phone

4 Reassess your savings accounts

5 Make your gifts

6 Make your own cleaning products, like detergent and carpet cleaner

7 Cook more and eat out less often

8 Be aware of bank fees

9 Make a list before grocery shopping

10 Grocery shop at lower-priced supermarkets like ethnic stores

11 Buy generic products

12 Don't go to the grocery store when hungry

13 Entertain indoors

14 Explore free activities on the weekend

15 Shop your wardrobe

16 Wait on purchases before buying them

17 Get a home energy audit

18 Seal up air leaks in your home to cut heating and cooling costs

19 Buy generic medicine

20 Use your health benefits

21 Skype instead of making long-distance calls

22 Turn roaming off and rely on WiFi when traveling

23 Know the right things to buy in bulk

24 Reassess your internet and cable provider and see if you can find a cheaper plan

25 Turn off lights that aren't in use

26 Unplug electronics when not in use

27 Use cold water to wash your clothes

28 Hang dry your clothing instead of tumbling it in the dryer

29 Hand-wash your clothing instead of taking it to the dry cleaner when possible

30 Drink tap water instead of bottled water. Consider investing in a filter.

31 Cancel cable and watch your favorite shows online

32 Work out outdoors, play sports, or go to a friend's gym instead of paying for a gym membership

33 Shop at the farmers market

34 Swap clothes, bags, and accessories with friends

35 Google coupons before buying something online

36 Renegotiate your cell phone plan, find a new carrier, or cancel some features to save money

37 Use a prepaid phone instead of signing up for a phone plan

38 Read books and magazines from the library

39 Make your own coffee at home

40 Return the purchases you need to return

41 Sell your old things

42 Buy used items

43 Automate payments so you won't forget and be charged with late fees

44 Negotiate a lower APR

45 Upcycle your old items instead of throwing them away

46 Always comparison shop

47 Find a good rewards credit card and use it smartly

48 Book trips early

49 Stock up on holiday decor after the holidays

50 Don't feel obligated to say yes to every invitation (this includes weddings, dinners, events, etc.)

51 Eat right and exercise and get enough sleep, so you won't have to pay with your health

52 Pay bills online to save on postage

53 Stop smoking

54 Stop drinking soda

55 Compare gas prices to find the most affordable gas with sites like GasBuddy.com

56 Get beauty treatments from trainee beauticians

57 Keep plastic takeout containers for future use

58 Wash dishes in a full dishwasher

59 Avoid out-of-network ATMs

60 Keep track of your money with a spreadsheet or Mint.com

61 Plan out your meals for the week

62 Refill printer ink instead of buying new cartridges

63 Brush and floss every day and take care of your teeth to prevent pricey dental bills

64 Keep your receipt or take a picture of it in case you want to return an item

65 Vacation closer to home

66 Don't check in your luggage

67 Check out Airbnb instead of hotels

68 Travel during an off-peak season or time

69 Travel to an underrated place instead of famous tourist spots

70 Use reusable grocery bags

71 Find a place with lower rent or get roommates

72 Join loyalty programs

73 Wait for daily deals for services you like, such as dental cleaning or a massage

74 Feed your pet the right foods and keep it in shape to reduce vet bills

75 Work toward getting a better credit score so you'll be quoted cheaper rates

76 Review your receipts to make sure you're not being charged for odd items

77 Check your bank account daily to make sure there aren't any weird charges

78 Always try to wait for a sale before buying something

79 Don't use your credit card overseas unless it doesn't have foreign transaction fees

80 Rent movies instead of going to the theater

