Go Green--Save Money

Not only will you be helping our environment by going green, you will also save money. In these times saving money is especially important.

Ways to go Green and Save Money
You may invest in a solar hot water system instead of using an electrical hot water heater. The solar hot water system does not waste electricity. Solar energy is what heats the solar hot water heater.

If you are not able to invest in a solar hot water system, the next best thing you can do is to buy an electrical water heater that is energy efficient to save money. This is very important as the water heating bill is the second highest costing energy bill. The water heating bill falls into second place after the air condition and heat bill.

Look for Rebates to Save Money
When you need to purchase a hot water heater, furnace, refrigerator, etc., be sure to look for sales and rebates to save money. Rebates will come from the electric company as well as (possibly) the manufacturer. The electric company encourages consumers to buy energy efficient products.

Transportation and How-To Save Money
You can save money by walking, riding your bike, using a Moped or motorcycle if possible, or a vehicle such as a Hybrid. These methods are very wise to use when you only have to travel a short distance. The motorcycle and Hybrid are great for short or long distance travel. Both will save you an incredible amount of money when gas prices are so erratic.

City Water and Saving Money
To save money on your quarterly water bill, be conscientious of how you are using water. You do not have to flush the toilet every time you use the bathroom if it is not a bowel movement. Teach your children this as well.

Some people wash their dishes by letting the water run as they wash with no stopper in the sink. This wastes an unbelievable amount of water. Instead, fill-up your sink with soap and water. Rinse. You can even save some money by taking a dish pan and filling it with hot water. While washing dishes, rinse in the dish pan and let dry.

Invest in a washing machine that recycles the water. The machines may cost a little more when purchasing but will save you an astonishing amount of money in the long run. If you have a large family, this washing machine is for you.

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Five Simple Ways to Save Money

During tough economic times every little bit of saving helps. Here are five simple ways you can help your pocketbook:

1) Clip coupons. If you buy a Sunday paper make sure you clip at least enough coupons that will cover the cost of the newspaper. For instance, if you pay $2.75 for the newspaper, use at least $2.75 worth of coupons for that week.

When it comes to grocery shopping, plan to buy a lot of items that are on sale. Only buy them if you will use the items. This method will save you a lot of money. You will be stocking up on items you use when they are at their cheapest. If you have a coupon for the item, that is even better.

2) Walk or ride a bicycle instead of drive. This may sound simple but we take our vehicles for granted. With the gas price slowly creeping back up, walk whenever possible. Not only will you save money on gas, wear and tear of your vehicle but you will be helping to keep your heart, mind and body healthy. All in all, it is a win-win situation.

3) Check online for gas prices and compare shop. Get your gas in your town or nearby town. You can get your gas on the way home from work or in an area you are already at. It does not make sense to save money buying cheaper gas yet you are driving twenty five miles out of the way to buy it.

4) If you are gone all day at work turn your thermometer down to 66 degrees. When you go to bed, turn your heat down, too. This will save a bundle on your electric or gas bill.

5) For your entertainment instead of buying books use the library. If you cannot find the book you want, ask the librarian. Many libraries are in the same group and the book can be sent to the library you use. Most libraries offer free movies. Instead of going to the theatre or paying to rent a movie, wait for the library to purchase the movie.

If you love popcorn while watching the movie at home, you can buy a bag of popcorn kernels. Line the popcorn in a brown paper lunch bag, fold it over so it is closed and put it in the microwave. Stand by the microwave and listen for the popcorn to stop popping. Add butter and salt if desired. This is much cheaper than buying single bags of microwave popcorn.

Every little bit of saving will add up fast to save money, just as spending a little here and there adds up quick to a big bill.

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