Carry
only small amounts of cash in your wallet so you won't spend it.
Use
direct deposit. You will be less likely to spend money if it goes straight
into your account.
Control
your use of credit cards.
Don't
go shopping just for fun.
Take
your written savings goals with you as a reminder.
Buy
only what you need�don't buy things just because they are on sale.
Use
coupons to save money.
Use
a grocery-shopping list to prevent impulse buying.
Take
your lunch to work instead of eating out.
Shop
around to get the best deal for big-ticket items like cars and appliances.
Pay
your bills on time to avoid late fees, extra finance charges, utilities
being turned off, eviction, repossessions, and the costs of a bad credit
rating.