Friday, 12 June 2009

• Ways To Save Money While on Vacation

  
  

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  The summer season is right around the corner, a time when many go away on vacation.  For those of you that can't afford to go away or are having trouble paying for some of the expenses, the Bargainist is willing to help you out. 
  
  They've listed five ways to save money at home while you're on vacation.  Let's take a look at a few of the
  

  • Turn Your Thermostat Up (Or Down)

  Just like your hot water heater deserves a break, so does your heating and cooling system. In the summer, either turn the air conditioner off or turn the thermostat way up. You’ll save money while you’re away and no one will be at home to notice the temperature isn’t quite as comfortable.

  • Pour Bleach Down Your Drains

  A cheap way to keep your drains running smoothly and keep yourself from calling a plumber is pouring a little bleach down your drains just before you go on vacation. The bleach will have an uninterrupted chance to do its job and keep your drains clear.

  • Put a Hold On Your Mail

  Putting a hold on your mail while you’re away can be done online through the US Postal Service. It’s a free service, but beyond that it could keep thieves away by eliminating a clue that you’re not around. If a thief enters your home, the damage they do and the items they take would likely be costly. Try to prevent that by stopping your mail from piling up.
  

  
  You can read the rest of the list here on the Bargainist site.
  
  I've definitely done the put the mail hold bit.  Whenever I came home from college (I lived in a house off campus). I was advised by the property manager to forward or put off the mail.  I've seen people's mail get stolen too after it piles up. What if some of that mail turns out to be really important? That would totally suck.  So I definitely recommend that. As for the other stuff, I've never really had to do.
  
  Are you or your family going on vacation this summer? What are some other ways you can think of saving money while on vacation?
  
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