You meant well. But maybe you missed a mail-in rebate deadline. Perhaps you overlooked hidden fees. Or you piled on a batch of Groupon "bargains." We'll show you how to trash less of your hard-earned cash.
You're leaving money on the table if you neglect to mail in rebate forms, overlook tax breaks or fail to take advantage of a flexible spending account at work.
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You could be losing hundreds of dollars a month if you aren't keeping tabs on account fees and changes in monthly billing statements.
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Stop throwing money away on products or services you don't need.
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Missing bill deadlines, letting your credit score slip and not noticing increasing expenses on your funds can cost you.
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You'll save more money if you stop buying when you can borrow, making impulse purchases and prepaying for hotel rooms.
For more ideas on how to stop throwing cash away, SEE OUR SLIDE SHOW: 25 Ways to Waste Your Money.





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