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How Much Money Can You Live Off Of?

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You would need to add in the cost of all necessary utilities like gas, electricity, telephone and water. Leave out cable television and satellite television. This would include your monthly mortgage payment or rent payment. Any housing related insurance fees and property taxes are also important to include.

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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

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Instead of paying for television programming, view free TV or cheap movies on Netflix (or maybe even read a real book!). Instead of paying for telephone, use free services over the internet (Skype and Google both have them – but note that there may be privacy issues in their use).

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10 Frugal Ways to a Better Night’s Sleep

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Unplug and power down all distractions such as telephones and televisions. Be sure your blinds or door offer a little flow to the outside world. This will help you from feeling cramped and cooped up and naturally allows your body to relax. Power down.

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John Walsh Safety Tips Tweet Up & $50 AmEx Gift Card Giveaway #CoxTakeCharge

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Cox offers parental controls on cable boxes, too, so it helps parents monitor what they kids are exposed to on television. You can visit the Take Charge! website to learn how to activate these controls.