Less expensive car insurance through 20th century, Mercury, Kemper, CNA Ins, or Wawane sa. If You're Handy Cut your family's hair with a kit and thinning shears. Do home repairs with the help of books. Cars over 7 years old don't depreciate and insurance is lower. Where to shop Garage sales and swap meets.
Sellers take lower offers toward the end of the day.
Thrift stores - check periodically as the better items don' t last. Auc tions through the post office, police depts, etc. Car Never buy a new car. Never buy a used one without checking its ratings in Consumer Reports Annual Buying Guide and having your mechanic drive it. Cars owned by the elderly usually have low milage.