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Ideas For Living on a Budget in Phoenix

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31. Discounted Golf

Cheap Phoenix Golf© Judy Hedding
There are a myriad of course in central Arizona, and there's no shortage of green fees that are more than $100. Golf is a great game, but that's way too much for some people to spend on a game. Here';s a way you can get a discount on tee times all over the Valley of the Sun -- even some private golf courses.
Play Golf For Less Money

32. Vacation In Your Own Backyard

Vacation In Arizona© Judy Hedding
Those vacation dollars don't always add up to as much as we'd like. Airfares are expensive, gas is expensive, hotels are expensive. What's a family to do? Luckily, we live in a beautiful state where a wide variety of vacation experiences can be enjoyed between 5 and 150 miles from Phoenix. Here are some ideas.
Have Fun in Arizona

33. Special Vacation Packages for Locals at Scottsdale Resorts

Scottsdale Resort Specials© Judy Hedding
We have some of the most wonderful, highly acclaimed resorts in the country right here in the Phoenix area. Many of them offer special packages, designed for local residents who'd rather spend their vacation dollars on a luxury spa or resort activities. Do you know how much fun you can have at a local resort when you don't have to pay for airline tickets or rental cars? Lots.
Summer Resort Special Deals for Locals

34. Discount Theatre and Event Tickets

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Entertainment is important. Even when budgets are tight, getting out with family and friends is a great stress reliever. You can relax and enjoy an exhibit, a show or musical entertainment at a discounted price through a local organization. You'll find some great deals here.
Find Discounted Tickets

35. Living Green

Live Green and Save Money
Living green is not only about helping our environment, but it is also about learning how to save and reuse, which, in turn, can helps our dollars go further. I've put together quite a few ideas and local resources here for living a greener life without too much trouble.
Live Greener

36. Free or Cheap Paper Shredding

Free Paper Shredding© Judy Hedding
Don't be a victim of identity theft. Your money is precious, and you don't want anyone cheating you out of it! If you don't have your own shredder, your can find shredding events around town where you can safely dispose of important papers for free.
Find a Shredding Event

37. The Day After Thanksgiving: Black Friday

Black Friday in PhoenixWilliam Thomas Cain/Getty
Bargains galore for holiday shoppers, if you can get up that early and brave the crowds.
Shopping Deals on Black Friday

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