Extreme Ways to Save Money
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How Far Are You Willing to Go?
Talk about some belt tightening! The national savings rate has skyrocketed to 6.9% -- a 15 year high.Some analysts are predicting a double-digit savings rate next year as this recession scares consumers into a “back to basics” mentality not seen in our country for a long time.That may put a damper on how quickly the economy turns around, but it’s great long-term news as people spend less, borrow less and save more for their future. Personal finance experts Ken and Daria Dolan of Dolans.com, applaud the efforts, but have been a little surprised at just how far people are willing to go in their efforts to save.
Check out these 17 extreme ways to save. You be the judge -- smart ideas or outrageous?
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| Type | Current | APR |
|---|---|---|
| 30 yr fixed mtg | 5.07% | 5.20% |
| 5/1 ARM | 4.19% | 3.77% |
| $30K HELOC | 5.19% | 0.00% |
| 36 month new car loan | 6.70% | 0.00% |
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