Here are some great ideas while planning your wedding and for after your marriage:  

• Never go grocery shopping without a list.
• Avoid buying non-food items such as laundry detergent, shampoo, napkins, and tissues at the grocery store. Usually you can get these items much cheaper at warehouse or discount stores.
• To save money on mileage as well as your time, pick one day a week to do all of your shopping and errands.
• If you have the storage space, stock up on staples when they are on sale.
• See movies in the afternoon when prices are often cheaper.
• Go out to eat for lunch instead of dinner.
• Visit the library and borrow books and videos for free.
• Plan a picnic in a scenic areas for a low cost outing.
• Look for coupons in the paper each week for restaurants and save them in a folder for future use.
• Develop inexpensive hobbies such as bike riding or hiking that allow you to get exercise and fresh air.
• For vacations, go camping instead of staying at hotels.
• If possible, travel off season when the rates are lower.
• Buy airlines tickets in advance and pay for them right away.
• If you delay, the price will usually increase the closer it gets to your trip time.

Article Provided by:  
Deanna E Diaz  
deannadiaz@envisionlending.com
801-564-7456