I’ve talked about promo codes in the past. Online retailers will ask for these at check out and can save you money on your total or give you a percentage off. This web site lists new ones for you and allows you to search for them by store and category. Check it out at CurrentCodes.com.

**Prevent problems from appearing in the first place or from getting worse because of neglect.
**Buy parts yourself.
**Use a qualified plumber.
Read more about these tips and get a few more here.

This web site allows you to search for a specific item locally. It will tell you whether it’s in stock and can even put in on hold for you. Check it out at Nearbynow.com.

From the October issue of Parenting magazine:
**53% of bank income comes from fees on consumers.
**An Ohio State University study found that if you touch an item for more than a few seconds while shopping, you get attached and are likely to buy it.