Ways to Save Money

For most kinds of purchases, you can get valuable advice and comparisons on the Internet. Ask a librarian or friends which Internet sites they think are helpful, or you can use a search engine like Google or Yahoo. Be aware that information you find is often biased. At many websites, the only products or sellers listed are ones that pay to advertise. Before buying anything on the Internet, check several websites and make sure you deal with reputable dealers.

You can save money from various transactions below, by doing some research first:

* Transportation: Airline Fares, Car Rental, Used Cars, Auto Leasing, Gasoline, Car Repair
* Insurance: Auto Insurance, Homeowner/Renter Insurance, Life Insurance
* Banking/Credit: Checking Accounts and Debit Cards, Saving Products, Credit Cards, Auto Loans, First Mortgage Loan, Mortgage Refinancing, Home Equity Loans
* Housing: Home Purchase, Renting a Place to Live, Home Improvement, Major Appliances
* Utilities: Heating & Cooling, Telephone Service
* Other: Food Purchased at Markets, Prescription Drug, Funeral Arrangements

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