As a frugal person myself, I’m all over most cost saving techniques.  However, there’s that line that gets crossed from time to time.  Here’s a few things we see on a regular basis.

Bad Idea: Save money by stealing a black-eyed peas song, then complain when people steal your pictures.  Its Karma.

Good Idea: Save money by using local music on your site with their permission for cross promotion.

Bad Idea: Save money by waiting until unlimited nighttime minutes to return phone calls, 80% of clients go with the first person they talk to.

Good Idea: Save money by foregoing the camera that captures an extra megapixel

Bad Idea: Save money by not claiming revenue on taxes.

Good Idea: Save money with one click export to Quickbooks using MorePhotos instead of paying an accountant.

Bad Idea: Save money by using a website to post your images that doesn’t brand your name 100%

Good Idea: Save money by using a website that automates your work flow while still providing you with flexibility.