Three money saving tips
Recently Bankrate.com published some tips sent in from some of the sites readers. Here are a few that really stood out to me:
Full freezer uses less power
Keeping your freezer full will help it run more efficiently. If you have empty areas, place plastic bottles filled with water. The bottles work double-duty. You’ll be more prepared for electrical outages because the ice will keep things frozen longer and you’ll have a safe emergency-water supply.
Unblock drains
Pouring a half cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by a half cup of vinegar, will open a clogged drain by dissolving the gunk on contact. This will save money spent on expensive clog removers and is environmentally friendly as well.
Scratch and dent
When shopping for a major household appliance (washer, dryer, oven, refrigerator, etc.), browse the Yellow Pages for companies that sell “scratch and dents.” These companies buy slightly tarnished appliances from major retailers at rock bottom prices and pass the savings on to you. The appliances might have a blemish that is not visible to the naked eye. Savings can be more than 50 percent off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price.
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