A richer 2012: A monthly guide to maximizing money
18.05.12
Throughout the year, there are steps you can take to pocket extra cash, whether it's booking airline tickets a month in advance or setting aside tax-free wages to pay for health care. In many cases, these actions can result in substantial savings over time.
The problem is these moves typically require some degree of planning. And when you're juggling work and the daily tasks of life, such opportunities have a way of sitting on the back burner until it's too late.
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To avoid another year of missed chances, here is a guide to simple money-saving moves you can make each month in the year ahead. Scan it now to see whether there are any particular dates or actions you want to flag, and keep the list handy.
You may discover you've been leaving free money on the table for years.
Source: USA TODAY