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Released: September 06, 2010

Keep hobbies from breaking the bank

Source: Ashley M. Heher, AP [USA Today]

New hobbies and exercise regimes may broaden your horizons or shrink your waistline, but they also can break the bank if you’re not careful.

Before your well-meaning ambition drives you to shell out hundreds of dollars for sports gear, a musical instrument or a closet full of craft supplies, stop and take a proverbial breath. You may be able to save big by test-driving your new pastime with rentals, workshops and other shortcuts.

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