Did you guy catch yesterday’s part one post on 30 ways to save money?  It’s day two my friends, time to talk a little bit more about all of the ways that we can save money for our families.  

If you think of some great tips for saving money that you use and I haven’t posted, please feel free to share.  I am always willing to look at different ideas. Until then though, here are the second 10 of the 30 different ways to save money:  

1. Write out a grocery list.  It’s way too easy to be tempted to buy stuff that you see as a good deal, or heaven forbid you go grocery shopping when you are hungry (never a good idea).  Write out a grocery list and don’t veer off of it.
2. Stop drinking soda.  Soda is addictive and expensive.  Cut it out and replace it with water or even fruit infused water.  Not only is it healthier, but you will save a lot of money by doing this.
3. Pay your bills on time. Late fees can add up.  Make sure you pay your bills on time in order to avoid those tacked on late fees.
4. Look for promo codes.  When you are shopping online, be sure to do an internet search for promo codes that may apply to your purchase.  You will often find some!
5. Date nights in.  When you go out on a date with your special someone, make it a date night in or go for a walk in the park, etc.  It doesn’t always have to be an expensive dinner and a movie.
6. Cut your dryer sheets in half.  A half of a dryer sheet works just as well as a full sheet and you can stretch the money you spent by double.
7. Hold a garage sale.  Not only does it clear out your old stuff, but it also can bring in some extra money.  My friend had a yard sale last month and brought in almost $700!
8. Increase your insurance deductible.  Raise your insurance deductible. You will likely save a decent amount each month on your bill.  I recently went from a $500 deductible to a $1000 deductible and saved almost $20 per month.
9. Get rid of your storage unit.  Are you paying rent on a storage unit?  It’s time to get rid of it. Chances are you don’t need the stuff in it anyway and that is just money wasted.
10. Fill the dishwasher.  Do not run the dishwasher until it is completely full.  The same is true for the washer and dryer.