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Freebie and Deal Time!

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I meant to post this on Friday, but I was distracted by Thanksgiving prep. There are a lot of really great freebies and deals right now.  I’ve compiled a bunch to share!

Let’s start with the Freebies:

Free Sample of belVita Biscuits at Walmart
Free Jimmy Dean Holiday Gift
Free Pepsi Zero Sugar or Diet Pepsi at 7-Eleven
Claim Your Free Sample Box for November
Free Sample of Universal Nutrition Shock Therapy & Storm Mass
Free Forto Coffee Shot at Walmart After Ibotta Rebate
Free Sample of Olay Regenerist Whips
Free Duracell Batteries at Office Depot & Office Max (perfect if you are buying holiday gifts that require batteries)
Free Organics Family Grass Kids Whey Powder
Free Sample of PooPeePads Dog Pads
Free Teadora Skincare & Hair Care Products
Free Sample of Canidae Pet Food
Checkout 51 – Free UltraFeel 2-in-1 Condom
Free Prevail Briefs, Pads or Liners Sample Pack
Free Candle-Lite Jar Candle at Kroger (I’m excited about this, I love candles!)

Deals- I’ve chosen Deals that would make great gifts:

Save 50% on Playmobil Rescue Ladder Unit ONLY $12.99 (Reg. $25)
Save 62% on Playmobil Doll House ONLY $25.95 (Reg. $63)
FREE Harrys Razor, Shaving Cream and Cover (pay $3 shopping- would make a great stocking stuffer)
Save 50% on Playmobil Hospital Play Box ONLY $9.99 (Reg. $20)
Versace Men’s Mini Cologne $5.50 Shipped – Stocking Stuffer
A Christmas Story Blu-ray DVD ONLY $7.99 (Reg. $19.98)
Beats Studio3 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones ONLY $199 (Reg $350)
Disney Princess Sparkling Dolls ONLY $39.99 (Reg. $65) Shipped

Sweet Thanksgiving Graphic Tees & Hoodies from Cents of Style

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**This post contains affiliate links and I may be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. 

I love the graphic shirts from Cents of Style (in fact, I have two). When I found out there was going to be a sale on their latest shirts, I had to share.

The coupon code to use at checkout is BOLDTHANKS and it takes $10.00 off the lowest marked price. Making tees ONLY $16.95 and hoodies ONLY $29.95! 

Don’t forget the FREE Shipping. The code is active 10/24/18 until 10/29/18 at midnight. Click on the link below to check out all of the cute t-shirts and sweatshirts.

Bold & Full – 10/24/18 – $10.00 Off Thanksgiving Graphic Tees and Hoodies! w/code: BOLDTHANKS 

Talk Back: What are you thankful for this fall?

Freebies from TopCashBack!

Abby H.

When I wrote about my complete list of side hustles, I talked about TopCashBack. I love it for getting cash back when I shop online. If you are new to TopCashBack, you can score one of the following items for free!

file000495960738.jpgOk, so this is my favorite: $10 off at any Ulta.com purchase of $10+.

How to get this offer:

1. Visit the offer here 
2. Create your account with an email and password
3. Click on the “Get Offer” button and it’ll take you to ULTA.
4. Add any item or items that totals to $10.00 (excluding sales tax and shipping) to your cart and checkout as normal.
5. Once you checkout, in about 14 days $10.00 will post in your TopCashback account.

Congrats on making your first purchase with TopCashback and getting $10.00 cash back!
* New TopCashback members only. Ends January 25th at 23:59 PST. All details and terms are available here.

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If you are looking for some holiday home decor (think Christmas lights) you can Visit Lowe’s through TopCashback, purchase any items totaling to $10.00 (excluding Shipping and Tax) and within fourteen days’ $10.00 cash back will post in your TopCashback account.

 

Still looking for something free? This one makes a great holiday gift! Visit Walmart through TopCashback, purchase one (1) Twin Size Mainstays Plush Blanket for $10.46 and then shop as normal. Within fourteen days $11.19 cash back will post in your TopCashback account. I love this one because you can use ship to store to save shipping costs, and really, who doesn’t want a nice, soft blankie?

 

Terms and conditions apply to each offer, and only one offer per person/account. Pick the one that works best for you.

 

Save $30 on Ergo Baby with Pampers!

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ErgoThankfully our diaper days are almost behind us, but if you have a little one or are expecting, this is a great deal for you!

Right now, when you sign up for the Pampers Rewards Program, you can score $30 off ErgoBaby. I love Ergo- they have great baby carriers, and they also make a super cute carrier for kids to wear their dollies.

Pampers Club is a great way to earn rewards for buying diapers and wipes. You’ll also receive money saving coupons for future purchases.

  1. Join now
  2. Find codes on your Pampers products
  3. Submit codes and start turning diapers into rewards today!

Stretching your Food Budget….

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ball_jar.jpgTimes are tough for a lot of us right now. Coupons and deals are drying up left and right. Here are some ways that you can stretch your grocery budget without wasting time or energy.

My Top Ten 99 Cents Only Buys

The eternal question at Costco: Is Bigger Better? Learn about Price Per Unit here. 

In addition to price per unit, you might consider starting a price book as well.

If you live in San Diego County, check out this list of Neighborhood Distributions all over the county. You can pick up 15-30 lbs of free produce each week. No proof of need is required. Just show up with your reusable grocery bags!

If you are low-income, have kids under 5, are a senior citizen, or a college student struggling with food insecurity, there are programs out there that can help you! Don’t be afraid or ashamed to admit that you need help!

There are also food share programs in almost every community in the US.  They provide low cost food boxes to families and individuals. A quick google search can help you find one near you!

In San Diego County, there are monthly distributions through the San Diego food bank at various locations. Colloquially called “commodities”, it’s officially called The Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP). Locations throughout the county distributes USDA food each month. If you live outside San Diego County, check with your local county or municipalities food bank network for more info on this service.

Don’t forget there are tons of money saving and rebate apps. My list is here.

Bartering: Most of us know someone with a backyard garden. Trade your skills (housecleaning, organizing, babysitting, car washing, you get the idea) for some home grown produce, or eggs (some of us live in areas where backyard livestock is ok).  This may not be available to everyone.

Menu Planning is another great way to cut down on food waste- It’s a lot easier than you think once you get started.

Talk Back: I’d love to hear your tips for stretching your grocery budget!

Earn Gift Cards with Radial Insight!

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With Halloween coming up, I’ve been busy busy busy! Trying to find fun and free events for the kids (and to share with you!), making costumes, and getting into fall with baking. I had to put the brakes on all my crazy busy-ness to share a great way to make money: Radial Insight.

Screen Shot 2018-09-27 at 9.40.56 AM.pngIn addition to doing surveys to earn money, Radial Insight has a program called Receipt Rewards. Receipt Rewards is a new and exciting way to earn rewards from Radial Insight. By submitting receipts for your online shopping at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target.com, Jet.com, Costco.com, and DollarGeneral.com, you’ll earn instant rewards.

Please note — you must be a member of Radial Insight’s public opinion panel to participate in Receipt Rewards. If you want to join, leave me a comment with your email address and I’ll shoot you an invite!

 

It’s super easy and quick. I joined and added the Chrome Extension to our browser yesterday and followed the steps (it took less than 15 minutes, BTW) to get everything connected to my Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Costco accounts. I really wasn’t expecting to earn that much, since I’ve been cutting back on our online shopping, but look what was in my inbox this mornings:

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Uh…. WOW. And it’s totally legit because I just cashed out for a $49.60 Amazon Gift card, which I will use to buy stuff that has been on my wish list for a while. And I’ll earn more rewards! There are gift card options for over 25 retailers and restaurants.

Still unsure that Radial Insight Receipt Rewards is for you? Here are the FAQ:

Receipt Rewards Frequently Asked Questions

From which websites does Receipt Rewards accept receipts?
Receipt Rewards accepts receipts from Amazon.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, Jet.com, dollargeneral.com, and Costco.com. If and when we accept receipts from new websites, we’ll be sure to let you know.

How old can the receipts I send in be?
There is no limit to how old your receipts can be.

Are there any types of receipts you do not accept?
We do not accept receipts for Amazon.com digital orders or gift card purchases, balance reloads, or in-store pick-ups from any website.

What do you do with my receipts?
We use the receipts you send us to learn about how Americans shop online and about current retail trends. Your personal information is kept secure and used according to the Radial Insight Receipt Rewards Terms provided below.

How will I get paid?
After you’ve accumulated $1 in Receipt Rewards, and for each full $1 you earn, you’ll receive a Tango Card with your reward. Tango Cards may take 24 hours to be sent.

And if doesn’t seem like a good fit for you, but are still looking for some other ways to make money, check out my post about side hustles.

Pinecone Research: Get Paid $3 per survey!

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Screen Shot 2018-09-07 at 8.13.21 AM.pngPinecone Research is my favorite survey company! Right now they are looking for new panelists! Sign up to take surveys and earn $3 per survey from Pinecone Research. They only send you surveys you qualify for- no wasting time doing lengthy qualifiers.
I’ve earned over $50 this year just from Pinecone Research!
 
Only users who fit into one of the 3 demographics below will qualify: Males (regardless of age), All users aged 18-24, and all users that identify as Hispanic.
 
Pinecone will send you an email notification when you have a survey available. Complete the survey and earn points to be redeemed for either cash or prizes. Occasionally, they will send you a product to test, too.
To get started, sign up here!
If you are looking for other ways to earn cash, here is the list of side hustles I do. 

It’s Back! Earn 300 Points with Fetch Rewards! That’s a $3 Amazon GC!

Abby H.

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Fetch Rewards is hooking us all up this weekend!! Starting today, earn 3,000 bonus points every time a friend enters your code and scans their first receipt! Plus, they’ll get 3,000 points.

3,000 points is enough for its own reward and there’s no limit on the number of referrals you can make! That means every person you refer to Fetch Rewards by Sunday earns YOU a reward and THEM a reward.

Don’t miss out on your chance to earn big this weekend – the referral bonus ends Sunday night!

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So, if this seems like an app you’d enjoy, check this out: Use my code ND2TB when you sign up and you’ll score 3000 points after you scan in your first receipt with Fetch Rewards. That’s a $3 Amazon Gift Card (or whatever $3 Gift Card you choose). You can find Fetch Rewards in your app store.

You can learn more about Fetch Rewards here. I’ve been using it for about a year, and I’ve earned over $100 in Amazon GC, just by doing my regular shopping!

*In order for you and anyone you refer to qualify for the increased referral bonus, they must enter your referral code and complete a valid receipt now through 11:59 PM local time on Sunday, September 9th. After 11:59 PM on Sunday, September 9th, the referral bonus will return to 2,000 bonus points per referral.

 

$50 off when you join the YMCA!

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Ya’ll know how much my family loves the YMCA- when this deal came across my desk, I had to share!

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Spending time with friends at the Y is a great way to stay connected and get healthy at the same time. Please let your friends know that new members in September will receive up to $50* to use toward a class or a program this fall.

Stop by the Welcome Center at any Y to find out how to process your referral.

* Terms and conditions apply. Credit value is based on joiner fee paid. Limit one per household. Must join by September 30, 2018. Click here for details.

And if your family is a military family, or you receive WIC, CalFresh/SNAP, or several other kinds of support, you may be eligible for a scholarship to reduce your monthly membership fee.

unnamed (2).jpgIf you are a local and you want to check out the Y, let me know- I’ve got guest passes I can share! Most of the Y locations in San Diego are offering a free day on 9/3/18 to celebrate Labor Day! 7:00am – 2:00pm, everyone is invited to the Y on Labor Day! Join us for an exercise class, a swim or a workout! Note: Cameron Family, John A. Davis and Peninsula Family YMCAs will be closed.

6 Tips for Getting Ready for Back to School!

Abby H.

back-to-school.jpgIt’s coming… For some of us, back to school is NEXT WEEK! For others it’s later in August, and some lucky folks, have until Labor Day in September. Regardless of when your kids go back, it’s nice to be prepared and save money.

 

Here are a few ideas to help you prepare and stay on budget!

Packing an Awesome School Lunch.

Shop Online to Save Big-  I love shopping online, especially at JCPenney and Kohls. Lots of great deals to be had, coupons, and ship to store to save even more!

There is a backpack and school supply giveaway in Santee on August 19th. More info here.  If you need school supplies sooner, Assemblywoman Dr. Shirley Weber is sponsoring a Back to School Kick off and Community Health Fair on 8/11/18.

If you are worried about being able to provide a nutritious, healthy lunch for your kiddos, The San Diego Food Bank sponsors Neighborhood Distributions throughout the month all over the county. You can go and get free, fresh produce- usually between 10-30 lbs. per family.  No proof of need- Just grab your reusable shopping bags and go!

a72904da152a0795ba05aaecba3a28bc.jpgAdjusting back to the school-year schedule can be a little tough- That’s why we start to get the kids back to bed at their regular time starting the beginning of August. For our kiddos, keeping them busy and active all day, really helps. Trips to the playground, beach, zoo, and pool really help.

We’ll be hitting up the night time zoo this week!

And one last back to school tip: Let your kids play and hang out with friends as much as possible before they go back, especially if they aren’t able to see some of their friends at school. We’re hosting a K’Nex Play Time Party with Tryazon this Wednesday at Shadow Hill Park in Santee! If you and your gang will be in the area, please stop by! There will bea chance to win prizes, yummy snacks, and cool toys!