Everyone has a few thoughts on saving money. If you have ever found yourself in a bind, you have encountered that well-meaning person who has advised you to cut out all family entertainment. Their philosophy is that you can’t afford to have fun. Life is too hard right now. They're wrong.

You might have even been that person at a point in someone else’s life. This is especially likely if that someone else was your newly adult child. It seems they are always running out of money. And they are always coming to you for more of it.

But as humans, we can’t really live a healthy life without entertainment, especially if we have a family to raise. Entertainment is too integral to the human experience. It helps us unwind, imagine, and be restored throughout the week. Rather than cutting out entertainment, try these tips to cut some of the expense:

Budget Your Sports

Having one sports fan in the home can be expensive. Having a house full of sports fans can be financially debilitating. Of all the sports, football is the most expensive, and that’s just the tickets to a game. We’re talking the cheap seats. Throw in jerseys, baseball caps, and blankets for all the favorite teams, and you’ll soon be taking out a second mortgage.

Just like in relationships, everyone has a type when it comes to vehicles. Some people are truck people, some people like classic cars only, and some people want a vehicle that helps them be more green. No matter the type of vehicle person you are, it's pretty likely you also want to save a buck or two when it’s time to shop for a new, or new to you, vehicle.

Not only do you have to consider what make and model you want, and whether you want something new or used, but you also need to consider what financing options you’re going to use if you don’t have cash on hand. These days, though, most dealerships (new and used) have the means to get you financed right then and there. So, that means it’s all about which vehicle is the right one for you.

Geek Cars

Since there are no flying cars, yet, geeks have to settle for something a little less sci-fi. With electric cars and hybrids, they have a few different options. Some people, those that are more into “the apocalypse is coming” way of life may even want to get a vehicle that’s used and convert it into one that runs on some sort of alternative fuel that can create on their own.

With spring here and summer just around the corner, a lot of people are planning a favorite warm weather activity: attending music festivals. From the California deserts to the southern U.S. there are great festivals around the country and even the world offering opportunities to hear your favorite artists and enjoy an entire weekend of the best music.

With all the good that comes with a music festival trip, there can be some downsides, the biggest of which is often the cost.

So how can you spend time listening to your favorite music without breaking the bank?

Look for Discounted Tickets

If you take the time to look online and explore all your options, you might just find some pretty heavily discounted tickets for various festivals. A source like StubHub might not necessarily be your best option because tickets on there tend to be marked up quite a bit by both individuals and professional resellers. Instead, look at sources like Craigslist, where people who end up having their plans change are looking for a quick way to get rid of their tickets.