Buy bulk gift cards and tickets4 of 7You can also save money on gift cards if you're able to buy them at a bulk discount, Casserly says."I buy gift cards for my favorite chains at Costco and get 20 percent off on a $100 card," she says.The key is discipline, Casserly says. If you pounce on every deal that's offered, you'll actually increase your monthly spending. Related Articles:Does penny-pinching pay?When it pays not to scrimpHow to dodge debt denialHome insurance: Don't go bareRelated Links:Advantages of savings accountsQuiz: Best cell phone plan4 ways to cut phone billCrazy ways to save advertisement
You can also save money on gift cards if you're able to buy them at a bulk discount, Casserly says.
"I buy gift cards for my favorite chains at Costco and get 20 percent off on a $100 card," she says.
The key is discipline, Casserly says. If you pounce on every deal that's offered, you'll actually increase your monthly spending.
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