Which bills are you trying to cut?
Rising costs are forcing many consumers to cut back on necessary expenses. Which, if any, of these expenses are you trying to trim?
Electricity
Are you trying to save money on electricity?
Yes, by raising the temperature on my air conditioner
Yes, by keeping track of other power usage
No, I'm doing nothing different
Housing
Are you trying to control your housing expenses?
Yes, I'm putting off a home purchase
Yes, I'm renting instead of buying
No, I'm doing nothing different
Gasoline
Are you trying to save money on gasoline?
Yes, I'm driving less
Yes, I shop around for the lowest price
No, I'm doing nothing different
Other fuels
Are you saving money on the purchase of other fuels?
Yes, I'm cutting back on heating oil
Yes, I'm cutting back on natural gas
No, I'm doing nothing different
Health care
Are you trying to save money on health care bills?
Yes, I only see a doctor if it's a real emergency
Yes, I changed to a cheaper health plan
No, I'm doing nothing different
Utility service
Are you trying to save money on your utility services?
Yes, I'm trying to find ways to cut services
Yes, I'm considering moving somewhere with cheaper utilities
No, I'm doing nothing different
Telephone
Are you trying to save money on telephone service?
Yes, I'm cutting down on long-distance calls
Yes, I'm switching to a cheaper plan
No, I'm doing nothing different
Homeowner insurance
Are you trying to save money on homeowner's insurance?
Yes, I'm raising my deductible
Yes, I'm changing to a cheaper provider
No, I'm doing nothing different