All that blogging money I'm making? It seems to go out the door faster than it stays in my bank account. A huge majority of the money I spend, however, doesn't get twittered away on stuff like movies and clothing. No, it goes to household expenses. So, here are my top five tips for saving money around the house:
- If you qualify, apply for heating and housing assistance. There's no use in just "scraping by" if you don't have to. State-funded programs can help you save money on your rent, utilities, and food, and the money you save can then go toward thigns like paying down your credit card debt.
- Shop around for cable options. Chances are that there are at least two companies offering cable and Internet in your area. Compare plans and prices to find the best deal for you, and take advantage of anything promotional they're offering.
- Learn what is tax deductible. As a blogger, you have to report your income for taxation, which can really take a chunk out of your profits. Learn what is tax deductible. You may be surprised to know that you can write off a percentage of your rent, heat, electricity, Internet, and so forth if you do your work from home.
- Get the energy-saving light bulbs. I resisted for a long time because they are more expensive upfront, but now that I've tried them, I'll never go back. You'll save a ton of money on your electricity bills, and they last longer too!
- Cover your windows with plastic in the winter. Like energy-saving bulbs, this may cost a few bucks upfront, but you'll see a significant savings on your heat bill every month.
What tips do you have to saving money around the house?
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