Here is the full list of the top 25 ways that I save money. The expanded versions of each set can be found in

25 Ways I Save Money: Part 1

25Ways I Save Money: Part 2

25 Ways I Save Money: Part 3

25 Ways I Save Money: Part 4 and

25 Ways I Save Money: Part 5.

In each section I gave a little bit more detail on what I do and how it has caused me to save money in my daily living.

These are things that I actually do myself to save a penny here and there and they have all worked for me. Try them and see what happens.

Top 25 ways I Save Money: Part 1

  1. Do not buy things from vending machines
  2. Buy in bulk
  3. Use Compact Fluorescent bulbs
  4. Use natural light
  5. Open the windows

Top 25 ways I Save Money: Part 2

  1. Order free samples online
  2. Use candles
  3. Turn off unused appliances
  4. Make my lunch
  5. Pick up pennies

Top 25 ways I Save Money: Part 3

  1. Automatic savings plan
  2. Pay bills online
  3. Reduce interest rates
  4. Take the bus or walk
  5. Cook for multiple days

Top 25 ways I Save Money: Part 4

  1. Use coupons
  2. Buy generic
  3. Keep extra money in high yield savings instead of checking
  4. Use the library
  5. Wash dishes by hand

Top 25 ways I Save Money: Part 5

  1. Re-use plastic shopping bags as trash bags
  2. Use a water filter
  3. No cable
  4. Use paypal for purchases
  5. Make lists…and stick to them

This is my top 25 list. What are YOUR tips for ways to save money?