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Saving Money Today

En español | AARP Bulletin readers loved last summer’s special section: “99 Great Ways to Save.” So here are 99 more, many sent in by readers like you. Whether you’re repurposing pantyhose, checking out recycled hearing aids or phoning Paris for free, these frugal favorites illuminate the first rule of saving: Spend less!

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Car Expenses

Cruise on a budget with 9 tips to help you improve your car mileage, save at the gas pump and more. Read

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Financial Expenses

Did you know paying with cash is a saving strategy? It's just one of 9 tricks to keep more money in your wallet. Read

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Take advantage of AARP programs with 7 tips to save you money on consumer goods, travel, movies and more. Read

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Health Expenses

Investing in your health doesn't have to bruise your budget. Here are 8 tips to help you save a buck while doing it. Read

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Learn 18 cost-cutting strategies to lower your energy bills and save the environment, too. Read

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Need to get away? Whether you're driving to the beach or flying abroad to Europe, check out 11 ways to save on your trip. Read

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Shopping Tips

You can snag a deal on just about anything if you know when and how to shop. Start with these 14 tips. Read

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Home Expenses

From cheap flicks to recycled fish-tank water, use these 23 tips to save around the house. Read

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