Theaters have recently raised the price of movie tickets, making it even more expensive to visit the local cinema. But why pay for movies at all? Even renting flicks at Blockbuster or through Netflix isn't that cheap. Borrowing movies from the library may be the way to go.
How to Save Money on Movies:
Check out the corner library! They offer lots of fun fare and the price is right. It's free.From old westerns to modern romances, libraries are the place for movie buffs of all ages.
How to Check out Movies at the Libarary:
It's the same as checking out books. Fill out a form for a library card and begin checking out titles right away. They say libraries are for kids and old people....not anymore. Young adults and middle aged folks are getting into the act. After all, everyone can stand to save a little money!
How to Save Money and Still Go to the Movies:
Just because ticket prices are higher doesn't mean movie goers have to stay home completely. Instead of going to the cinema at 8 p.m. try the afternoon matinee or the 5 p.m. rush hour show. Those are less expensive and less crowded.
Save Money on Movie Candy and Popcorn:
Don't buy it at all! Bypass the concession stand completely. It may seem foreign to be sitting in a movie theater with no candy or popcorn, but all it takes is a trip to a warehouse club on the way home for a big box of microwave popcorn and a large bag of mixed candies that will last a month! And after comparing receipts, the big bags don't cost a whole lot more then a a few boxes of movie theater treats.
Compare Movie Rental Deals:
Even if a trip to Blockbuster on a Friday night is a must-do for many, it is a habit that would be worth changing if the price is right. Whether it's Netflix, Red Box or Block Buster, each deal is different. It pays to get online and comparison shop. For people who can't stand waiting for a movie to arrive in the mail, Netflix may not be the answer. But for those who don't like to make a trip to the store to return a movie, getting them in the mail is just the answer.
So take a look at viewing habits, compare prices, and don't be afraid to change deals if another, better one comes along!
L. Marie Dubuque - Based in St. Louis, Marie Dubuque is certified as a life coach. Her latest book, Emotional Spending: How to Break the Addiction is now ...
