To continue with this week’s theme of exploring ways to save money here are a few more ideas that are very simple to implement.

• Before going to bed at night try unplugging your appliances. It may seem like it will amount to a trivial savings but you will be surprised how much it shaves off your energy bill over time.
• Lower your heat or air conditioning. For each degree lowered or raised on your thermostat-depending on the season-there is a possible savings of 3% on your energy bill. When you leave the house is a good time to turn down the heat or air conditioning. And as far as nighttime during the winter goes, if you turn the heat down lower than you are accustomed to doing-add an extra blanket on your bed instead-the savings will make a notable difference.
• Consider eliminating your landline. Use your cell phone instead. Find a cell phone plan that provides free long distance and the savings will be even more substantial.
• Try shopping at thrift stores, Good Will, or Dollar stores. Many people are amazed to find that the clothing in thrift stores are often high quality name-brands. And of course the prices are always lower than anywhere else. The Dollar store is a great place to consistently get some basic staples for the lowest price.
• Comparison shop online at Google Product Search. You will be able to find the best prices for any item you are interested in purchasing.

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