<prompt> Human: Im 31, single, no kids, and have a job that pays well military officer. Consequently, I have simply signed up for essential services when I needed them without giving much thought. Basically, I paid all the bills without questioning whether or not I could get a better deallower rate elsewhere. This all changed recently, and I ended up saving 142 per month, 1700 total per year.It began with car insurance. I found out from a friend that military service members are entitled to a discount on their car insurance in this state, as per state law. When I called my insurance company to ask about it, they told me that I hadnt had the discount on my account for the last year, which led me to question why they hadnt informed me that I rated the discount when I was first stationed here over a year ago. Their response was simply Legally, we dont have to tell you. That answer didnt sit well with me, so I decided to shop around for different insurance. I lowered my rate not only from the discount, but also by switching companies: my old yearly rate for both auto and renters insurance was 1509. My new rate is 1071, a savings of 36.50month, slightly better coverage with my new company.Soon afterwards it was time for a new phone, as my old one was on its last legs. I made sure to review my old plan thoroughly, and when I went in for the phone, made some adjustments based on my usage, as well as a few promotions being offered. I was willing to switch from my current carrier if need be, but that turned out not to be needed. I was able to get a new phone, with a much better overall plan, while cutting my monthly bill from 109 down to 87, a savings of 22.Finally it was time to move onto my cableinternet service. After a bad customer service experience due to a billing error, I decided to shop around. The cable company I was with only has 1 other competitor in the area, but by switching to them, I was able to cut my bill from 170month down to 87month. Now that did include lowering my internet speed, but I was unaware that I was paying for the 40Mbps speed, and things are just great using the 15Mbps plan from the new provider no noticeable difference for my internet useage. The overall switch saved me 83month.The moral of the story is, I suppose, to periodically review your bills, and shop around to look for better rates. While 1700year isnt dramatic savings, every little bit helps, and Ill bet everyone could think up a use for an extra 1700.  <response>: How I unexpectedly saved myself 1700 per year.Doctors hate him! 