Project 100: Post Your Tip
Do you have a creative way to save money? Project 100 and Co-op Services Credit Union would love to hear about it. Just fill out the form below and let us know about your tip! Be sure to check out the ideas that other users have submitted below as well.
October 28, 2009
Eric D. –
Pay off your debt and have money in an emergency fund.
September 22, 2009
Carrie T. –
Check out half.com for a used book. I've gotten a ton of brand new books from the site, for half off the cover price.
September 11, 2009
Diane L. –
If you go to Outback Steakhouse, ask to get a membership card for their Boomerang Club! You get rewards and free stuff all the time!
September 7, 2009
Sara L. –
You can save money and get free stuff just by going on websites like Walmart.com, heyitsfree.net, and gottadeal.com and signing up through links for free items such as shampoo, dog food, or diapers. It saves me a ton of money and I get to try new products :D
September 5, 2009
Mickie C. –
Turn off the TV and stop reading the so-called "fashion magazines".... wear your clothes that fit and be an individual to save lots of money per year. I do not buy anything that's supposidly the "current fashion". I've saved enought money to pay ALL my bills and owe zilch on my credit card. YIPPEE!!
September 3, 2009
Kellie P. –
Save money if you're hosting a Labor Day party by having a pot luck this year! Saves you tons of money.
September 1, 2009
Jeri H. –
My wife taught me this a long time ago, use your toaster oven to bake small items. No need to turn on the big stove and waste away money.
September 1, 2009
Lexi M. –
Instead of buying music off of iTunes, try Amazon. They offer music downloads cheaper then Itunes!
August 31, 2009
Traci G. –
Instead of buying gifts this year for Christmas or birthdays, get creative and make your own. Make it a family project so you are spending more time with your children too.
August 26, 2009
Steve J. –
Eat veggies and fruit that are in season. Out of seaon fruit can cost up to 50 percent more at the grocery store.
August 21, 2009
Lisa H. –
If you are an avid coffee drinker like myself, check out your favorite coffee retailers website and sign up to receive offers. Caribou has $1 coffee on Mondays!
August 19, 2009
loretta g. –
Purchase an inexpensive re-usable shopping bag. Most stores now have them for about $1.00 or free. Keep one in your car & use it on your shopping trips. I find it is more concenient & I end up buying less. You might even have a tote bag aroung the house you could put to use.
August 13, 2009
Raquel G. –
Utilize your local library; instead of buying books & magazines --get them from the library, rent videos there too. On hot days plan to spend the day there & use their A/C not your own. Take advantage of their many free programs, Free museum passes,free admission to some state parks etc.
August 10, 2009
Jeremy C. –
Good idea Kendra! Plus, some companies allow you to contribute pre-tax dollars to your 401k which helps you save for retirement while you're saving money! :)
August 6, 2009
Kendra B. –
To save for retirement, automatically have a percentage taken out of your paycheck! It helps when you don't even see it!
August 5, 2009
Anton L. –
Slow down!! I max out at 65 MPH. When I started going this slow, I was passed all the time. Now I am actually passing people. My gas mileage went from 30 to 35 MPG. I have a clinker too! Slow down, it helps a lot.
August 1, 2009
William M. –
Get into a good habit of saving money because,my grandmother always, told me save,save,and save.Just do it!!
July 31, 2009
Laura B. –
Now is the time to start insulating for winter. Caulk all gaps around doors, windows, outside spickets. Buy electrical plug insulation inserts. You won't believe how much cold air comes into your house through your electric plugs. These little inserts are pre-cut, inexpensive and easy to use. Just unscrew the plate, put the insulation form on and reinstall your plate. takes minutes, you'll notice a huge difference.
July 23, 2009
Kelly B. –
Next summer plant a garden. Saves a ton of money in the late summer months when you get to stock up on tomatoes, cucumbers, and green onions!!
July 23, 2009
Raymond O. –
Save your gas money by not hauling so much stuff in your trunk. Adding more weight to the car makes the car work harder!
July 19, 2009
Mike L. –
Save money by switching to a lower internet speed. You don't have to have the fastest internet speed to get you to a website. Just a smaller downgrade can still get you to where you want to go!
July 15, 2009
Christian F. –
BUY OFFBRANDS/STORE BRANDS! Most of them are of the same quality (IF NOT BETTER!) than the name brands. Sure, brand loyalty is strong, but saving a lot of money is better ;)
July 15, 2009
Christian F. –
Buy a rechargeable battery set. For $20-$30 you will get a set of batteries that will outlast, and outperform (different technology than a standard battery, longer running time) a 100 pack of standard batteries. LESS WASTE, MORE SAVINGS.
July 15, 2009
CHristian F. –
Replace EVERY SINGLE BULB in your house with a CFL bulb. You will save enough money in the first few months to pay back the cost of the bulbs.
July 14, 2009
James P. –
Make a household rule of one light, one person! Leaving lights on in your house is one of the most single wasteful ways of throwing away your money.
July 14, 2009
Kathy O. –
Dry your clothes outside! Get a line rack or tie some string between two trees to let the outside air dry your clothes. No need to use the dryer in the spring/summer months.
July 13, 2009
Becky R. –
Instead of going to get your car washed at a fancy car wash do it yourself!
July 12, 2009
Jennifer M. –
Allow the gift of interesting and authentic conversation be the gift you give rather than something you have to buy and wrap in a box. (I suppose you could always cut up a few words and throw those into a gift wrapped box too.)
July 12, 2009
richard j. –
when driving only group all your stops in the same route.
July 8, 2009
Jeremy A. –
Don't go grocery shopping when you're hungry! Eat first and spend less.
