The Ethics of Saving Money

Saving money is great, but not when it crosses the line of what is ethical and legal. Have you thought about what you will and won't do in the name of saving some green? If not, it's worth thinking about.

Here are some of the money-saving practices that I consider to be unethical:

• Using more than one address to submit multiple rebate claims for a product
• Purchasing a product with a money back guarantee; and then submitting a claim, even if you liked (and used) the product
• Lying about your child's age to get a better deal on meals, park admissions, movie tickets, etc.
• Taking extra napkins and condiments from restaurants
• Spotting a coupon pad in a store, and taking the whole thing
• Lying about your financial situation to get free services or aide
• Going to the bathroom while you're out to save money on your own water bill
• Having multiple store discount cards, so that you can buy more than the limits and get extra coupons

Are there other money-saving practices that hit your unethical meter? Do you think any of the practices on my list are okay? Share your thoughts!