Who needs garage sale tips? You go to the sales, you look at the items, you either buy or you don't. It's not exactly rocket science.

Well, that's true -- but if you're really out to get the most from a garage sale, there's a lot more to it than you might think. Learning how to garage sale can mean the difference between a morning of pleasant browsing and a morning of unique treasures. Sure, they're both fun in their own way -- but if there are things you actually need, I'm sure you know which you'd prefer.

So if you're really out to save money and have fun, use these garage sale tips to plan your attack.

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Summer's coming, and you want to save energy. Between fans, air conditioning, and the kids blaring the TV and lights 24-7, summer energy bills can really drain you. Fortunately, it's not all that hard to save money and energy, even in the hot and sticky summer months.

There are many ways to save energy as long as you get the family on board. Not only will you save valuable money for a family holiday or outing, you'll be helping the environment and 'going green' in one of the best ways possible.

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Kids need to learn about saving money as much as they need to learn how to read. In spite of what some parents think, spoiling your children does not show them how much you love them. It's called spoiling for a reason, after all. It only helps them grow up to be clueless about money (and have an attitude besides).

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Everyone knows how to save your money. So why don't we do it? Because often, the suggestions we get are either unrealistic or overly general. People tell us 'just don't spend as much.' That's wonderful -- but how do you do that? And other tips on how to save money are just as helpful, suggesting you only shop sales or reduce bill payments -- obvious suggestions that don't really tell you how to save.

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We all want to be saving money on groceries. Sometimes, though, that seems impossible. Sure, you tried buying the no-name products, but the taste and quality seemed off. Clipping coupons for ten cents off dog food doesn't seem to do it, either. Is saving at the supermarket completely impossible?

Not for you -- not anymore!

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Many college students wish they knew how to save money. Let's face it: college is expensive. You can't hold down a full time job and be a successful student, and unless you're living at home, you're going to have the same expenses as any adult working a full time job. It hardly seems fair, but it's the way things are.

Fortunately, saving money isn't impossible. Follow these simple tips and you'll be able to save money at college without lacking basic necessities.

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Think before you flush

Finding the best toilet paper isn't something you talk about around the dinner table at home or the water cooler at work. It is, however, a fact of life and choosing the wrong toilet paper complicates your life, is more expensive, and creates more work for you.

Here's how.

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Easy Steps for Getting Your Energy Bill Under Control

After opening a surprisingly horrendous energy bill this month, I decided we could all stand to benefit from revisiting a few tips to help us save energy in the upcoming months. If you're like me and could use all the energy-saving tips you can get your hands on, here are a few that will definitely help cut those beastly bills back some...

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Don't Throw Those Expired Coupons Away!

It can be incredibly frustrating to go to the grocery store with a book full of coupons only to find out that the little slips of paper you thought were going to save you money are actually expired coupons. Before you despair and toss those coupons in the trash, there are some things you need to know...

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Are Grocery Store Club Cards a Wise Choice?

By now you’ve heard the reports about grocery and discount stores selling the their members’ personal purchasing history to telemarketing firms and even insurance companies. I know many people who live in fear that they’ll be denied life insurance based on the 10 dozen eggs and 10 pounds of sugar they bought to make a mountain of baked goods for their son’s bake sale at school. Are they right to be concerned that grocery store club cards can affect access to health care and affordable life insurance?

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Where to Go For The Best Online Coupons

The other day I discussed that online coupons were a great way to save hundreds of dollars each year. It seems like many of you took the message to heart, asking where you could find the best online coupons on the Web. There are indeed many sites that feature online coupons, letting you know where the best deals can be had. Here are the top five.

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Using Online Coupons Can Save You Money

If you haven't used online coupons yet, you don't know what you're missing. I have to be honest... I used to laugh to myself when my grandmother would go digging through her "coupon pile" when we were going out to eat or heading to the local grocer. However, I myself have started using coupons on a regular basis. But not just any coupons -- I've discovered the substantial savings to be had when using online coupons. Wondering just how much you can save? You might be surprised.

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Posted by Max Anderson at 10:35 PM | Permalink

A Spotlight on Employee Discounts

Employee discounts are a very popular perk that many retail stores offer. They create a win-win situation where the employee gets a discount while the stores increase their sales. However, some employee discounts are just marginal and non-employees basically get the same discounts with a coupon from the weekend paper. If you want to learn more about employee discounts, read more below.

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Posted by Max Anderson at 10:56 PM | Permalink

Do You Know How to Save Money without Spending It?

One of the best ways to save money is if you don’t have to spend money to learn how to save money. There are dozens of ways to save money, and the best ways happen to be the ones that won’t cost you a dime. Here you’ll learn how to save money without spending it.

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How Rebate Websites Like Ebates and CashBackster Help Consumers Save Money

Savvy consumers are always on the lookout for ways to save more money. Fortunately, saving money just got easier. If you like to shop online, there are some websites you definitely need to know about. Online rebate websites are a great way to save money on items that you purchase online.

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Organizing Coupons is Easy with the Following Suggestions

Coupons can be a great way for a savvy consumer to save money at the grocery store checkout line. It’s fun heading to the check out and watching your total come down as each coupon is scanned. However, that is a feeling of excitement that many consumers never experience. A surprising number of consumers admit to wanting to use coupons, but just can’t seem to find the time or energy it takes for organizing coupons and putting them to use. If you’d like to use coupons but think it’s just not worth the effort, you’ll definitely want to read this.

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The Hidden Costs of Free Magazine Subscriptions

Free magazines are easy to come by these days. Many companies will “sponsor” magazine subscriptions, and it is entirely possible to get more than ten regular subscriptions mailed to your house at no cost to you. Free magazines can be a fun thing to receive in your mail every week, but are they really free or are there strings attached?

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How to Save Money on Cable, Phone, and Internet Services

Are you paying for your phone, cable and Internet services separately? If you are looking to save money on these bills, you might want to consider an all-in-one package. Monthly cable, phone, and Internet access can add up quickly and combining these services into on package can save you hundreds of dollars over the course of the year.

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