Some New Year's resolutions can help you save cash. Put the savings in the bank and use it for practical things, such as retirement, groceries or the power bill. Or reward yourself with a night on the town, a much-needed getaway or a new toy.
While you're ruminating on how you'll spend your well-gotten gains, here's a look at just how much keeping five popular resolutions could save you, along with the items that money could buy.