8/8/09

If the weather is delightful, skip the gym and run in the Great Outdoors. A 30-minute jog outside once a week, instead of on a treadmill, adds up: Over time, you'll significantly cut down on energy consumption. And if you don't have a gym membership, you'll get in shape and save money, too.

8/7/09

After you brush your teeth, dab a little toothpaste on your wood tables that are marred with water spots and rings. Use an old toothbrush to buff the marks away and clean up the pasty mess with a soft towel. This quick tip should help bring your wood furniture back to life.

8/6/09

If you drive a gas-guzzling SUV because you occasionally require the extra room, consider downsizing to a smaller car and only renting an SUV when you need one. Discount travel sites like Priceline and Hotwire may not let you choose the car rental company by name, but they will let you choose the type of car you want to rent. With low prices, you'll always have an SUV ready to go when the situation arises.