Heavy duty cardboard boxes. A ~$2 18in box becomes a 6ft wall when split on its side seam and turned flat. Bend the bottom flap at a 90 degree angle and it makes a great support. If you want the wall taller, leave the top flap standing straight up. If you want it lower profile, bend it down. You can chain them…

if the one in the picture is like the one I have (for dogs).. DO NOT get it.. because little fingers, sharp edges, etc.

I’ve been calling every July 1 (it’s a reoccurring calendar event ::laugh:: ) for years to keep our rates down to “introductory rates”. This is a fantastic list, and the only thing I’d add is:

I go through a similar process every year with CenturyLink. I initially signed up for a 1-year promotional rate, and every year I call to ask them to renew at the low rate. It’s always the same spiel: The promo rate is no longer available, would you like to bundle and save? No. What about this other bundle? No. Ok,…

#5 for the love of GOD #5!
And save the damn paper/file you wrote it in until you get your first bill/any rewards you were promised.
Online Chat? Screenshot the important parts and save them!