How to Save Money on Bills (Plugs, Internet, and Cell Phones, Oh my!)
How to Save Money on Bills (Plugs, Internet, and Cell Phones, Oh my!)  
Podcast: Frugal Friends Podcast
Published On: Fri May 25 2018
Description: Phone, utility, and internet bills are just a few of the dreaded expenses covered on this week's frugal episode. It doesn't have to all be doom and gloom though, as we search the internet and weed through what's useful and what's not when it comes to saving money on bills. We even learned a few things about ceiling fans along the way! Get pumped.Notable NotesLauren Greutman ArticleLauren shares 15 ways to reduce utility costs and covers everything from washer/dryer tricks to negotiating with your electric provider. Doing chores that involve electricity at night may mean paying a lower utility rate - check with your providerRotating ceiling fan blades/switching direction of ceiling fan (i.e. pull warm air up/push cold air down, or vice versa)Protecting windows from drafts in the winter - Jill's recommended shrink film HERESwitch to LED bulbs for reduced electrical costs 2700 Kelvin Color Temperature is the equivalent to a soft white incandescentHere's a 'nerding out' article on light bulbsWhat Jen and Jill have to sayThe Simple Dollar ArticleTrent shares 40 ways to save money on common monthly expenses. There are some overlap suggestions from the Greutman article, but also some great reminders about thinking differently and approaching expenses from a more frugal perspective. Jill really did not resonate with this article and openly shares her contrary opinions to numbers 13, 32, and 36. After all, what functioning adult - alive in 2018 - has an epiphany that they no longer need their cell phone?!Jen took a more level-headed approach and affirms the suggestions of using power strips/timers, and eliminating unnecessary subscriptions.What Jen and Jill have to sayWhat the internet has to say1. and call every few months for a better deal - this works particularly with cell phone and cable service providersShop around2. - identify ways to cut back on TV spending, don't use the dryer for the full cycle, etc.Reduce use3. - this IS worth spending money on! Freedom awaits!Pay off debtWays we save money and what’s worth spending onJen shares her internet/phone service failFrugal FailCall us at and leave a voicemail!570-995-1540 Share your bill of the week and be featured on our podcast!BILL OF THE WEEK!BONUS: Picture of Jill's frozen face on Jen's computer screen. When does the face ever freeze so perfectly?!? (check it out over on the show notes on the website)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.