One of the biggest ways to lose track of your money is on entertainment. How much do you spend when going to the movies. Two tickets, popcorn, drinks, add up quickly. Ok, so you did work hard all week and need a little expensive entertainment, but, couldn’t we find ways to cut back and get our entertainment in ways that cost very little money and allow us to save a little bit more of that hard earned cash?

Save Money on Entertainment: Cut back on your cable bill.
How often do you even watch cable tv? If you live in the US, you might not even need a cable connection anymore, did you know you can watch almost all of your favorite shows online? On my TV section, (link) you’ll notice all the possible ways to watch cable tv shows online, even TBS. You can download programs like TVU Player to watch Comedy Central and Spike TV Online (link).

Save Money on Entertainment: Rent or Watch a Second Run Film
The biggest hype for movies is when they first come out, but what about watching a second run film. Same great movie experience, yet half the price and cheaper popcorn and drinks. Renting videos, can also run you much less in the long run.

For those in the US, Redbox is giving free movie rentals every monday for entering in your sms number, or you can get a free movie try at this link.

Save Money on Entertainment: Be a Homebody
Ulimately, the easiest way to save is to stay at home more often. Entertainment is a luxury service, not a necessity. You will always pay more at the drink for a beer or to eat out at a restaurant. Find ways to make staying at home a little more fun. Make a movie night and invite your friends over. Have a cooking night with your friends. Alternate houses, go crazy. Ultimately, don’t spend cash you don’t have, credit card bills are not easy to pay off.

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