Avoid the Vending Machine

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Tip #307 - November 11, 2011

Toward the end of the work day after your lunch is long gone, you sometimes need a light pick-me-up to get you through the remainder of the day. You might head to the vending machine to purchase your favorite snack, usually a cupcake or can of soda, but did you know you can save money by bringing your own soda and snacks to work instead of buying them from the vending machine? Let’s say the price of a 12-pack of soda costs $5.99; at that price, you would end up paying only .50 per can. If you buy your snacks in bulk as well, you might pay even less per unit. So instead of spending around $1.50 (or more in some cases) every day on a snack or soda, save your money!