Entertainment is important, but with so many streaming services available, many people overpay for TV. Cutting unnecessary services can save you $50-$100 per month.

Compare the Costs

1. Cable TV: Costs $60-$150/month, often includes hidden fees.

2. Streaming Services: Monthly maintenance fees, ATM fees, and overdraft penalties add up.

  • Netflix: $20/month
  • Hulu: $7.99 (ad-supported), $17.99 (ad-free)
  • Disney+: $7.99-$13.99/month
  • HBO Max: $15.99/month
  • Amazon Prime Video: $8.99/month
  • YouTube TV: $72.99/month

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Many people subscribe to multiple services, spending over $50-$100 per month just on streaming.

Ways to Cut Costs

1. Audit Your Subscriptions: Cut services you rarely use.

2. Switch to Free Streaming Options: Services like Pluto TV, Tubi, Crackle, and Peacock (free tier) offer movies and TV shows for free.

3. Share Accounts (Where Allowed) : Some platforms allow account sharing with family members.

4. Rotate Streaming Services: Subscribe to one or two services at a time instead of keeping them all year.

5. Consider an Antenna for Local Channels: One-time cost of $20-$50 for free access to news and local programming.


By being strategic, you can cut entertainment costs without missing your favorite shows.

Kim Wasielewski

Kim W. is a debt relief professional helping consumers navigate financial challenges. She is passionate about making money matters easier to understand and believes everyone deserves a fresh financial start.