Saving Money While Prices Are Rising

Are inflation's prices causing you concern over your budget? Here are some tips from Nerdwallet to help keep your budget in check - and in the black.

- Reduce discretional, non-essential spending.  If you're able to postpone weekend travel and skip a few drive-through meals and pricey coffees, you'll see a significant difference in the money you have left at the end of the month.  Even a 5% savings can go a long way.

- Cancel online subscriptions you aren't using on a regular basis.  You may be surprised to see how many unwatched television channels, memberships, magazine and newspaper subscriptions and online games you're paying for but not using.

- Renegotiate your monthly cable, streaming and cell phone bills.  Even some apps will offer a discounted price if you attempt to cancel.  Many companies are quite willing to cut you a break, you just have to ask.

- Consider using public transportation or sharing rides to cut down on gas usage.  You'll save money and the environment at the same time!