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[quote=Anonymous]I stopped doing all of the stupid small stuff like reusing ziploc bags years ago.

Here's what's actually saved me real money:
- All major expenses - including business expenses - go on a travel rewards credit card (paid off each month).  I've barely paid for a plane ticket or hotel room since - all points.
- When I buy furniture, I sign up for the company's email list to get the 15% off coupon.  I also put furniture in an online shopping cart without purchasing so they send me coupons to entice me to finish the transaction.
- I renegotiate cell phone, internet and cable plans regularly by threatening to leave until they lower them.
- When I purchase a car, I refuse to go into a dealership and instead insist on email quotes which I use to make the dealerships bid against each other.  Saved thousands.
- I take advantage of stores that do price adjustments post-sale.  (hold onto receipts)
- All of my clothing coordinates, so I have a pretty lean wardrobe of quality things - two pairs of jeans, three sweaters, etc. Don't end up spending a ton of money on shoes or accessories to go with random one-off outfits.  Also, I rarely buy items that require dry cleaning.

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