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Tip #1: Slow it down!
Whatever you do, observe the speed limit. Believe it or not, for every 5 miles over 60 mph that you drive, you use up so much more gas — it’s like spending an extra 20 cents per gallon!
You don’t have to crawl at a snail’s pace, but you don’t have to be Mario Andretti either... set your cruise control to 55-60 mph and don’t give it another thought...
Slow it down, give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination and your trips to the pump will be less frequent.
Next: Tip #2: Keep your engine well-tuned
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102Straight Talk TipAging Parent DeductionsIf you provide more than half of an aging parent's support, you may be able to declare your parent a dependent even if he or she is not living in your home. In addition to getting the dependent deduction, you may also be able to take a tax deduction for your parent's medical expenses. To prove you pay the expenses, pay your parent's bills directly to the provider, rather than giving your parent(s) the money to pay the bill. Click here for more tips. |
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