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Terms of Use For quick cost cutting on your next car rental , try this: Go off-site. Renting from airport car rental facilities is often more expensive. Check out nonairport locations to see if you can save on rental rates. Go on-line. Check out rental rates on sites such as Expedia, Hotwire, Priceline, Travelocity, Kayak for the lowest rates by city or airport location . Be sure to compare all-in costs including taxes and fees . You can also go directly to rental car web sites to l  More...

Terms of Use: How to Choose a Repair Shop What should I look for when choosing a repair shop? Ask for recommendations from friends, family, and other people you trust. Look for an auto repair shop before you need one to avoid being rushed into a last-minute decision. Shop around by telephone for the best deal, and compare warranty policies on repairs. Ask to see current licenses if state or local law requires repair shops to be licensed or registered. Also, your state Attorney General's offi  More...

Terms of Use With gasoline prices on the rise, there has never been a better time to tune up your car and practice energy-wise driving techniques. Below is a list of tips that will not only improve your car's gas mileage, but also improve your car's overall performance and safety while reducing wear and tear on your car's engine. Driving Tips The first place to start is to drive smart. By simply practicing efficient driving techniques you can improve your car's fuel economy by   More...

Terms of Use Here are some ideas to help you create a savings plan. Whether you want to go on a dream vacation or save money for any big expenditure, try following these steps. Check out the simple budget worksheet in the Related Content section for help. Step One Of course, you won't be able to dip your toes in the water until you first set your sites on how much your piece of paradise will cost. Tally up your transportation, hotel, dining and entertainment cost estimates, and then divi  More...

Terms of Use Car travel tips: Use a map and highlight the routes you want to take before you start. Judge distances and driving times beforehand so you can avoid cities during high traffic peaks. Ask tourist offices for specific maps, scenic route suggestions, and current traffic delay information. Use small grocery bags with handles to hang in your car for your garbage. Freeze your small containers of juice or water to serve as additional freezer packs in your cooler. Helps to keep these d  More...

Terms of Use For quick cost cutting on your cell phone bills, try this: Check your minutes. If you're paying for more minutes than you typically use, you're paying too much. Of course, going over your allotted minutes can cost a lot. Monitor your minutes for a couple of months, then make sure you pay for what you need. You can always check your minutes online or with your phone between during the month, too. Forget about the extras. Is it really necessary to pay for special r  More...

Terms of Use: Most experts agree it's best to exchange U.S. currency for foreign currency when you arrive at your destination. Most foreign airports have ATMs that will convert your money at a better exchange rate than you would get back home. Even after considering the fees (currently about $3 plus a 1 to 3 percent currency-conversion fee) that you may be charged by your financial institution for withdrawing money outside this country. Of course, if you like to arrive with local currency  More...

Terms of Use For quick cost cutting on your car expenses, try this : Change your oil less frequently. A survey by AAA found that 95 percent of drivers had oil changes more often than necessary. Heavily used cars like taxis need an oil change every 3,000 miles, but if you have normal usage, you can expect to need an oil change every 7,500 miles. Comparison shop for auto repairs. It's a good idea to get 3 estimates and let each company know that you are shopping around for the best   More...

Terms of Use For quick cost cutting on your food expenses, try this : If you buy lunch each day, try brown-bagging it instead. If you brought the same items you purchased at the deli or restaurant, you could likely save at least half the cost. If you are hooked on a daily latte, you could cut your cost in half by ordering a misto (brewed coffee with steamed milk, as opposed to espresso with steamed milk). Of course, skipping the coffee shop and brewing your own is cheaper yet. If you  More...