Sometimes the easiest way to save money is just to do things yourself.

We cancelled our pest control service and our lawncare service and now just buy the materials we need at the store and take care of both ourselves.  It doesn’t take long, and we immediately saved money.

Another easy tip – sign up for airline and hotel rewards programs.  Don’t go for the credit card deals; just the ones that allow you to earn points every time you book a flight or a hotel room.  Many plans allow you to roll over the points year-to-year, so after a while, you’ll compile enough to take a free or almost-free trip.