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Even though several sources of income have slowed - or stopped altogether - for our family, the bills keep a-comin'.
More than ever, we're scrutinizing every bill and purchase. So we buckled down and trimmed several expenses.
If you need, too, ideas about where to trim the fat, here are four tips to help you save money from home.
I called Verizon and knocked $30 off my family's monthly cell phone bill. We were using some ancient, expensive plan that wasn't as cost-efficient as some of the current plants.
Check with your mobile phone provider to see if you're using the best plan for you.
Plus, you likely won't need as much cellular data during the stay-at-home period (assuming you receive internet service from a separate provider). If you're paying for data you won't use, see about reducing it for at least a month or two.
Several internet providers temporarily boosted their internet speeds for free. So there's a chance you're overpaying - at least, now - for faster internet. Consider calling your provider to see if there's a more affordable option available.
René has more fortitude than me when it comes to this one. 🙂 .
You can do what he does and access local channels in high definition (where available) with a set-top antenna like this one. His monthly cable TV-internet bundle package decreased from $195 to $40. (He uses Tivo to record off the air and Amazon Prime for a lot of TV.)
I haven't canceled mine (yet) because I need to feed my Impractical Jokers, Bar Rescue, MTV Classic, and cable TV news cravings 🙂 .
Use Cashback PortalsLongtime readers know we love using cashback portals.
And many portals now offer increased earnings. Postmates is something like $9 for first-time users who order through Rakuten and $.90 for returning users. Considering many of us will order in food for a while, those savings add up.
Some of our favorite cashback portals are:
While this tip involves leaving the house, remember that Dosh awards cashback at many restaurants. So make sure to sign up for Dosh - you may get some cashback at restaurants and drive-thrus!
What are you doing to save money while stuck at home? We'd love to know! Please share your tips in the below Comments section!
- Chris
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