Visit the library to save money

Saving money can be as easy as taking a trip to the library. On average, a family will spend $120 each year on books, magazines, and newspapers.

If you borrow books from a library or even read magazines and newspapers in the library, you will save money and space in your home.

For news, try downloading apps and podcasts for various news publications. Many of these are free — some will even search multiple publications to give you a variety of coverage from sources and topics.

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