Saving gas!

There are a number of alternatives to driving all the way to work on a daily basis. The Triangle Transit website gives links to pages for Carpools, Vanpools, Bike/Walk and even a link to Telework! On the carpool page for example, you can register to find others interested in carpooling as well. Look into this, a really useful option!

The Triangle Transit website is http://www.gotriangle.org/.

Happy saving!
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Cold Stone Ice Cream Social

Apex Cold Stone is partcipating in the free ice cream social on September 25, 2008.

"To cap off this special month, don't miss the 7th Annual World’s Largest Ice Cream Social at participating Cold Stone Creamery locations nationwide, a special night to join together and share the simple pleasures of life with a FREE ice cream and family fun. On September 25th from 5:00 - 8:00PM, guests will be treated to a 3 oz. serving of Jack or Emily's Creation. All donations will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation."

Happy eating and giving!
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Insurance

Auto: To see if you're getting the best rate for care insurance, visit the website of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, and click on NAIC States & Jurisdictions to find your state's insurance department. Most provide comparative premium quotes based on standard customer profiles. You can also get quotes from insurers by phone or over the Internet, although this sets you up for unwanted calls, mail or email. You can also compare premiums from multiple carriers by using independent Web sites, such as Insweb, Insurance.com, and Insure.com.

Life: Life-insurance premiums have dropped dramatically since the 1990s, so depending on when you bought yours, you may want to compare your rate to the going rates today. If your health had room for improvement when you bought your life insurnace, consider adopting a healthier lifestyle to get yourself re-rated for a lower premium. Check with your doctor before getting into shape to apply for a new policy or new rates. You can get premium quotes at LifeInsure.com. Don't cancel your existing policy until you have a new one already in place.

Happy saving!
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Large Appliance purchases

Try not to buy a large appliance before Christmas. Appliance dealers often have sales in the winter or have regular seasonal sales. Home computers in particular are seasonal items and will cost more before Christmas. Besides, with all the other expenses around Christmas, why would anyone want to stretch their budget at this time?

Start planning on Christmas gift shopping if you have not already started!

Happy saving!
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