With that in mind (boy, I can't wait to land work), I know I'll have to make some lifestyle changes..basically, can't go out as much and plunker down on trivial expenses, like cover charges at clubs.
In a way, it's a good thing I'm still single and have no dependents.. I'd really hate to be in this boat if I was married with children.
What are free or very low cost activities one can engage in? I need to obtain such info for 2007; I definitely won't go out as much, but that's ok; paying off my debt is a serious priority of mine.. one activity which came to mind was going to the library and borrowing books to read.
I'd appreciate your input.
2006-12-19 10:55:09 · 4 answers · asked by StantheMan 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Personal Finance
My cable (internet and tv) is a really good value for me. I get a lot out of the money i put into this every month. There are people who say I should not have them because I have debt, but it was a personal choice. It's much less expensive than going out.
Start hiking!
Go to Borders on Saturday night for free entertainment.
A lot of parks have free concerts in the summer.
2006-12-19 10:58:38 · answer #1 · answered by Faith 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Same thing happened to me. Start jogging and doing things outside that are free. Pay off the credit cards with the highest interest first. Try not to eat out. Go to thrift stores.
Get a job, too. That always helps :)
Don't become a tightwad though, go out once a month with your buds. The one thing I did was buy cheap beer and drink before I went to the clubs. That way, I only spend money buying chicks drinks since I was already plastered.
The best cheap beers (I am in Florida so you might have others)
Steel Reserve 8.1%
Hurricane 8%
Happy Holidays
2006-12-19 19:24:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The library is a great idea and many of them now have videos/dvds for free or a nominal charge (much less than rental places)
I would also forget about the clubs. Take your book to a local coffee house to meet girls.
Buy generic instead of name brand items. Combine car trips to save gas.
2006-12-19 19:36:50 · answer #3 · answered by mslider2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
church is free unless you feel the need to donate.
volunteer work is rewarding and free
good luck with that
2006-12-19 18:57:59 · answer #4 · answered by SKYDOGSLIM 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋