Ask the Readers: What's the Most Extreme Thing You've Done to Save Money?

Tried-and-true tips for saving money, like meal planning and carpooling, really work. But when you've scrimped and saved in the obvious places and your budget is still coming up short, it's time to get creative.

What's the most extreme thing you've done to save money? How much money did you end up saving? Would you do it again if you had to?

Tell us about the most extreme thing you've done to save money and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

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