Is a Newspaper Subscription Worth It?

Are you getting tired of driving to the store to get the sought after newspaper only to find they already sold out? You consider subscribing to the newspaper or newspapers you frequently buy, but you're not sure if it is really worth it. Here are some things to consider:

• How much are you spending in gas?
• How much will it cost you to buy the newspaper per week vs a subscription?
• Have you called to see what offers the newspaper has for home delivery?
• Are there Groupons available for a subscription to the paper?
• How about Amazon Local?

Don't fall in the trap.  I saw an offer for one of my go to papers when I need a sought after coupon.  I filled out the form was looking at the different delivery options and that's when it dawned on me.  If I buy the paper at the store on a Sunday I only pay $1.50 or $1.75.  However if I choose a Saturday and Sunday delivery I'm paying $2.50 a week for a days paper I don't want just to get the Sunday paper that I do want. For me it did not make financial sense, however in the winter I might reconsider.

Consider all of your options before you jump on it.