Recover From The Recession With Www.musicmagpie.co.uk

Feb. 24, 2010 - PRLog -- The UK may be officially out of recession, but finances are still a concern for many of us. With the expense of Christmas still taking its toll, many people have a lot of catching up to do before we can declare ourselves personally “out of recession”.

With this in mind www.musicmagpie.co.uk, the UK’s only cash for old CDs, DVDs and games website, has released its top five tips for recession recovery….

Dare to compare
All too often we stick to what we know because it’s easier that way, but comparing the costs of your weekly shop and household bills can often make a real difference to your monthly outgoings. Online comparators can help you to make the decision more easily offering comparisons on everything from supermarket prices and energy bills to insurance and holidays. Many companies even offer cash back and discounts for switching, putting even more money back in your wallet.

Out With The Old
In the age of downloading, pay-per-view TV and MP3 players, do you really need to keep hold of all those CDs and DVDs? If you were to get rid of every CD, DVD or game that you hadn’t touched in the last six months, you could make a fortune! Online trade in websites such as www.musicmagpie.co.uk offer cash for your unwanted CDs, DVDs and computer games, offering you a quick way to turn your clutter into cash.

The Best Things in Life are Free
OK, so it won’t make you a millionaire, but collecting freebies can go a long way to cutting down your shopping bill. From make-up and perfume, nappies and baby wipes to sweets, drinks and toys, many leading consumer brands have thousands of free samples on offer via their websites. Or why not check out one of the money-saving sites where all the freebies are listed in one place, making it even easier to claim your free stuff and cut your shopping bills.

Our Survey Said……
There are hundreds of companies out there in need of your valuable opinion – and they will pay you for it! Online surveys take just minutes to complete, and most will offer you cash or shopping vouchers in return, allowing you to top up your salary with a bit of extra pocket money. The sites are free to join – with some even offering money simply for signing up.

Beat The Blues
As a nation in recovery, you may think day trips and nights on the town are best put on hold – think again. Museums, galleries, city farms and cathedrals make great family days out and entry is often free, while 2 for 1 deals, special offers and Happy Hours can make a night on the town far less painful on the wallet.