Who couldn't use an extra $100 every month?   Whether or not you're putting that money aside into savings or using it to pay a phone bill, it still equals $1200 at the end of the year!  Now I don't think that number is something to take lightly!

I thought I would compile a list of simple and useful ways anyone can save an extra $100 a month. After all, a little here and a little there can really add up! I challenge you to use as many of the ways I have listed and see what you can come up with at the end of the month!

• Pack a lunch each day you're at work.
• Never pay full price for anything.
• Brew your own coffee at home. Dress it up with some homemade coffee cream.
• Use coupons for the things you need. Matching them with sale prices will get you the most savings
• Meal Plan, meal plan, meal plan! Not only time saving in the long run, but will save you big bucks if you're only buying what you need for the week.
• Go grocery shopping with a list, always.
• Use your local library.
• Rent or borrow movies.
• Purchase clothing from a thrift store or garage sale.
• Pay off your credit card each month. It's the interest that will kill you!
• Try to do your errands all at the same time. This will cut down on your gas expenses!
• Use cash for the majority of your purchases. Spending is harder to do if you're actually seeing cold hard cash leave your hands.
• Eat a meatless meal at least once a week
• Don't pay a professional unless you have to. Need an oil change? Learn to do it yourself.
• Cook at home. Learn to make your favourite restaurant meals at home.
• Eat your groceries. You're not saving money if you have to throw out your rotten produce at the end of the week.
• Walk whenever you can. Is work within walking distance? Stretch your legs.
• Entertain at home.
• Line dry your clothes whenever possible and wash in cold water.

So, what are some ways that you save $100 a month?