Everyone has their reasons for living on less: Some live for lusty tropical vacations, some save to pay down debts, while others are keen on contributing to their nest egg. Just as there are endless ways to spend your money, there are some creative ways to help you with saving money, too.

Going on a budget doesn't have to mean bargain hunting and buying in bulk. You can easily learn how to save money by making small lifestyle changes -- without having to give up all the fun.

We've put together a collection of articles on saving money to help you trim a little from your spending while building up your savings. Take a look at six easy ways to save money while you shop in our photo gallery, below. You'll also find so-called "money-saving" strategies that just don't work, five great blogs that will help you save, plus, how to get your spare change to add up to a significant amount of cash.

Photo gallery: 6 tips for saving money while you shop

Discover tips for cutting back, saving money and making the most of your shopping dollars

Here are some easy ways to keep yourself comfy, while saving money and paring back on lifestyle costs (and saving natural resources) across the board now (while you're still comfortable) – in order to prepare for any slowdown in the future.

Saving money: Avoid these money-saving strategies that just don't work

Do bargain hunting and buying in bulk really save you money?

Saving money always feels like a smart move, doesn't it? Some ploys are no-brainers, like going to the museum on half-price day or using that $3-off coupon that came in the mail.


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5 blogs that will help you save money

Pinching pennies is easy with great advice from these top Canadian money-saving blogs.

Bored with the celebrity blogs I normally read, one morning I had an idea that put dollar signs in my eyes. I would wean myself from these online temples of celebrity worship, and use the time to read money-saving blogs instead. One week later, I didn't get rich, but I had a few hot leads on the best sales in my city, and some ideas under my hat that will help me cut expenses down the road. Cha-ching!

Saving money is easy with these 5 ways to make your spare change add up

You could save thousands of dollars a year with these quick and easy tips.

Need some help saving money? Here's a list of five seemingly small daily purchases that can add up to a lot of money, along with a few alternatives that will help you end the day with extra cash in your pocket:


5 ways to stretch your grocery dollars

You don't have to clip a million coupons to save money on groceries.

Are you spending way too much on food? Learn how to save money on food shopping without skimping on dinner.


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