WASHINGTON — First, he offered up his life hacks to make every day a little bit easier. Now, author David Pogue is back with his latest tips and tricks to help people get the most out of their money.

WTOP talked with the New York Times best-selling author about his latest book, “Pogue’s Basics: Money: Essential Tips And Shortcuts (That No One Bothers To Tell You) About Beating The System.”

Scroll through the gallery to see some of Pogue’s suggestions to save money and “beat the system” on everything from cars and cable TV, to gift cards, Groupons, treadmills and toothpaste.

If you missed WTOP’s interview with Pogue last year on essential life hacks, be sure to check it out.