Update- I’m back!

Abby H.

Hey friends! Just a quick update- My new laptop arrived about 45 minutes ago, and I’m back and ready to share some great deals and amazing ways to save and make money.

My daughter is having surgery tomorrow, but I’ll be posting all next week with great ways to pick up some free and inexpensive stocking stuffers, ways to earn a little extra cash this upcoming holiday season and share our recent experiences with the pre-screening of Ghostbusters: Afterlife.

I’ve missed you all so much, and blogging from a cell phone is the pits, which is why I’ve been offline for the past 10 days.

Q-insights Automotive Focus Group Pays $200

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Q-insights is another company that I do research groups, focus groups, and online surveys to earn extra money.

They have a lot of stuff in South Orange County, and less often San Diego County.   Most of their studies these days have been virtual.

Right now, Q-insights is currently recruiting for a study for owners of specific vehicles. This is a nationwide online focus groups between Nov 30-Dec 3 for owners of the following vehicles listed below.

This would be a 90 minute online webcam focus group which pays $150 and a 15-20 minute homework assignment which pays $50.
Total compensation for both parts would be $200.

We are looking for Males and Females ages 18-74 that currently own or lease one of the following vehicles 2017 or newer.

ACURA ILX
ACURA MDX
ACURA RDX
ACURA RDX
ACURA RL
ACURA TL
ACURA TLX
ACURA TSX
ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
AUDI A3
AUDI A4
AUDI A5
AUDI A6
AUDI A7
AUDI A8
AUDI E-TRON
AUDI Q3
AUDI Q5
AUDI Q7
AUDI Q8
BENTLEY BENTAYGA
BMW 1 SERIES
BMW 2 SERIES
BMW 3 SERIES
BMW 4 SERIES
BMW 5 SERIES
BMW 6 SERIES
BMW 7 SERIES
BMW 8 SERIES
BMW i3
BMW X1
BMW X2
BMW X3
BMW X4
BMW X5
BMW X6
BMW X7
CADILLAC ATS
CADILLAC CT4
CADILLAC CT5
CADILLAC CT6
CADILLAC CTS
CADILLAC ESCALADE
CADILLAC SRX
CADILLAC XT4
CADILLAC XT5
CADILLAC XTS
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, 2500, 3500
CHEVY BOLT
DODGE RAM 1500, 2500, 3500
FORD F-SERIES 150, 250, 350
FORD MACH E
FORD SUPER DUTY
GENESIS G70
GENESIS G80
GENESIS G90
GENESIS GV80
GMC SIERRA 1500, HEAVY DUTY, LIMITED
HYUNDAI GENESIS
INFINITI G
INFINITI Q50
INFINITI Q60
INFINITI Q70
INFINITI QX30
INFINITI QX50
INFINITI QX50
INFINITI QX55
INFINITI QX60
INFINITI QX60
INFINITI QX70
INFINITI QX70
INFINITI QX80
JAGUAR E-PACE
JAGUAR F-PACE
JAGUAR I-PACE
JAGUAR XE
JAGUAR XF
JAGUAR XJ SERIES
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
LAND ROVER LR2
LAND ROVER LR4
LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER
LEXUS ES
LEXUS GS
LEXUS GX
LEXUS GX
LEXUS LS
LEXUS LX
LEXUS NX
LEXUS NX
LEXUS RX
LEXUS RX
LEXUS UX
LEXUS UX
LINCOLN AVIATOR
LINCOLN AVIATOR
LINCOLN CORSAIR
LINCOLN MKC
LINCOLN MKT
LINCOLN MKX
LINCOLN NAUTILUS
LINCOLN NAVIGATOR
MASERARI GHIBLI
MASERATI LEVANTE
MERCEDES CLA CLASS
MERCEDES CLS CLASS
MERCEDES E-CLASS
MERCEDES G CLASS
MERCEDES GLA CLASS
MERCEDES GLC/GLK
MERCEDES GLE CLASS
MERCEDES GLS CLASS
MINI ELECTRIC
NISSAN LEAF
NISSAN TITAN
POLESTAR 2
PORSCHE CAYENNE
PORSCHE MACAN
PORSCHE PANAMERA
TESLA MODEL 3
TESLA MODEL S
TESLA MODEL X
TESLA MODEL Y
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER
TOYOTA TUNDRA
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT
VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
VOLVO V90
VOLVO XC 40 RECHARGE PURE
VOLVO XC40
VW ID.4

If you have one of these vehicles, please fill out the pre-screener survey here.

AO Opinions: Upcoming Insurance Survey $125

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AO Opinions is another Market Research company that I get information from. Right now they are recruiting for an upcoming research study on the  topic of  Insurance.

To be considered, please complete the pre-screener survey here.

  • Compensation: $125 (if chosen)
  • Open to: 18+
  • Online Project via Desktop/Laptop with Webcam (NO CHROMEBOOK/TABLETS/PHONES)
  • Tuesday, November 9, 2021
  • 5:30pm-7:00pm Eastern Time (Required to Login 5:15pm Eastern Time)

AO Opinions: Upcoming Toy Study $150

Abby H.

AO Opinions is another Market Research company that I get information from. Right now they are recruiting for an upcoming research study for Parents of children ages 1-6 for a study about toys.

To be considered, please complete the pre-screener survey here.

 

Compensation: $150 (if chosen)

Date: Tuesday November 16th or Wednesday November 17th 2021 Multiple times available each day

11/5/2021 Friday Freebies and Deals

Abby H.

This week has been so busy. Minimum days all week due to parent/teacher conferences.So I’ve been running around After I finish working scooping them up, and getting them to all of their usual weekly appointments and commitments.

 

 

after I finish working scooping them up, and getting them to all of their usual weekly appointments and commitments.

Next week we go back to our regular schedule, which I am looking forward to.

If you are looking for birthday freebies, fret not! I put together a list new for 2021- Check it out here.

Veteran’s Day Freebie list can be here.

Freebies:

2021 Thanksgiving dinner Freebies with Ibotta

Free Poise Light Leaks Pads Sample Pack
Free Spero Foods Sunflower Cream Cheese
Free 240GB SSD Drive at Micro Center
Free Belfast Movie Screening
Free Turkey Topple Kit at Lowe’s
Free PCA Skin Clearskin Moisturizer or Hyaluronic Lip Booster
Free 4-pk of Seemore Meat & Veggies Natural Sausages
Menchie’s – Free $5 Frozen Yogurt Reward
Free Dude Wipes & Gear
Free Subscription to Vanity Fair Magazine
Free Sample of Flor Biz CBD Oil
Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free 8×10 Photo Print at Walgreens
Sephora – Free NARS, Laneige, Moroccanoil or Kerastatse Mini Set
Free Green Garden Freeze Dried Herbs
Free Big Mountain Foods Products
Free Gain Ultra Flings at Select Stores
Free Subscription to American Farmhouse Magazine
Free Daily Crunch Sprouted Almond Snacks
Free OmniFoods Plant-Based Pork
Ulta – Free BECCA Cosmetics Plumping Lip Balm for Your Birthday
Free Alpha Foods Spicy Chik’n Nuggets
Free Amphibious Military Vehicle Craft from Home Depot
Free Rise Brewing Co. Organic Oat Milk
Free Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation
Free Jumbo Egg Roll at Jack in The Box
Free Cards Direct Greeting Cards
Free Life is Better with Clean Hands Sticker Sheet
Free Headlamp/light, Clip On Book Light or Camping Lantern
Free Treat During Your Birthday at Pressed

Deals:

Hard Sole Slippers ONLY $19.99 Shipped (Reg $40)
Traveler’s Club Kid’s 5-Piece Luggage Set ONLY $76.49 (Reg $180)
Kids Fire 7 Tablet for $59.99 + $15 Kohl’s Cash Back FREE
Intex 18-Inch Queen Air Mattress ONLY $49.88 (Reg $80)
Matching Holiday Pajamas for the Family 50% Off + Extra 15% off
Farberware 3-pc Nonstick Cookware Set ONLY $10 (Reg $20)
The Big One Oversized Plush Throw ONLY $8.49 (Reg $27)
Cuisinart 11-Piece Cookware Set ONLY $49.99 (Reg $200)
Charter Club Packable Hooded Puffer Vest ONLY $24.99 (Reg $75)
Hanes Men’s Black T-Shirt 4-Pack ONLY $7.54 (Reg $14)
Food Network 10-Piece Cookware Set $55.25 + $15 Kohl’s Cash
Earn $15 Kohl’s Cash TODAY ONLY + Black Friday Deals
Men’s Cruise Hooded Puffer Jacket ONLY $16.99 (Reg $70)

2021 Veteran’s Day Freebies!

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Veteran’s Day is next week, and this year there are some pretty cool.

Some of these offers require proof of service either via a Military ID Card (active duty or retired) or a DD214.

Since I’m in So Cal, I choose to post offers that are available in my area, however, there are tons more offers available if you live elsewhere in the US. I suggest googling, “Veteran’s Day 2021 and your location”.

Applebee’s Veterans and Active Duty Military members can choose a free meal from a limited menu on Veteran’s Day with proof of service.

BJ’s Restaurants On November 11, all current and former military members receive a free entree up to $14.95 plus a free Dr. Pepper beverage. Dine-in only.

California Pizza Kitchen Veterans and active military get a complimentary meal from a select menu. Dine-in and walk-in takeout only.

Chili’s Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on November 11 Available for in-restaurant only.

Denny’s Veterans and military personnel get a free Build Your Own Grand Slam on November 11 from 5 a.m. to noon. Dine-in only.

Dunkin Donuts On November 11 veterans and active-duty military receive a free donut at participating locations. Offer available in-store only.

Famous Dave’s Military personnel get a free Free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich + Side at participating locations on November 11. Valid for Dine-In, To Go, and Online Ordering. Not valid for call-in orders.

Farmer Boys Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Big Cheese cheeseburger on November 11 at participating locations.

National Parks All U.S. National Parks will be offering free admission to the public on Veteran’s Day.

SeaWorld Parks offer free admission to the active and retired military (plus up to 3 dependents) through their Waves of Honor program.

Great Clips: One free haircut to be redeemed the day of with a voucher on another day.

Sports Clips: One free haircut with military ID

Grace for Vets Car Washes:Free car washes at independent car washes across the country.

 True REST Float Spa: On Nov. 11, True REST Float Spa will close every location to the public and invite retired military to float for 60-minutes, free of charge. True REST Float Spa recommends veterans who would like to float on Nov. 11 make an appointment soon by visiting TrueRest.com/free-floats-for-military-veterans. Individuals must bring a form of military identification to their appointment, such as a D.D. Form 214. True REST has a total of 37 open locations across 22 states, with some locations having up to six float pods equipped with showers, changing rooms, an oxygen bar and an oasis room to elevate the spa-like experience.

Talk Back: If you know of any Freebies for Veterans, please leave a comment below!

2021: Free Thanksgiving Dinner From Ibotta!

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It’s BACK! Ibotta and Walmart have teamed up again for a second year to get free Thanksgiving dinner in your hands.

It’s easy! Sign up or log on to your Ibotta account, and add the following deals to your account:

  • Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix 8.5 oz box only
  • Idahoan® Family Size Mashed Potatoes 8 oz only

  • Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup 10.5 oz can only

  • McCormick Gravy Packet

  • Birds Eye Frozen Vegetables 10 oz or larger

  • Coca-Cola® for select varieties, 2 L bottle only

  • Great Value French Fried Onions 6 oz only

  • Great Value Flavored Stuffing Mix 6 oz box only

  • Great Value Cranberry Jelly 14 oz can only

  • $15 back on. Any frozen whole turkey, Offer valid on Frozen Whole Turkey for select brands, 3 lb or larger. Brands include: Butter Ball, Honest Turkey, Honeysuckle, Jennie-O, Great Value.  This deal is only valid on new ibotta accounts, or if someone opens a new ibotta account using your referral code and redeems at least one deal.

This is a great opportunity to pick up a meal for free after cashback. And if some of these items aren’t food that you normally eat, food banks will be looking for donations for holiday meals.

You can download the Ibotta app here. When you use my referral code qmo4a, you will receive a bonus (the amount varies) after you redeem your first offer (like this sweet one).

 

 

 

Fetch Rewards: Earn up to 20,000 Points this Fall with Unilever Products!

Abby H.

This is a great deal from Unilever and Fetch Rewards! Now through 11/30/2021, spend $15 on a wide range of popular Unilever brands and get 5,000 points*. Redeem this Special Offer up to four times for a total of 20,000 points.

Redeeming this offer is simple. Head to any of these 5,000+ participating grocery stores, buy your favorite products from these Unilever brands and snap your receipts! I checked and Grocery Outlet is on the list of participating stores, as are the DeCa Commissaries.

Not sure which brands are covered under the Unilever umbrella of companies? Here are just a few:

If you haven’t signed up for Fetch Rewards yet, or want to learn more, check out my post here. Find the Fetch Rewards app in your app store, and when you download it and scan any receipt, use my code ND2TB when you sign up and you’ll score 2,000 bonus points. I’ve earned over $275 in rewards in 2021 alone, just by purchasing my regular groceries and scanning in all of my receipts (grocery, mass merchandiser, gas receipts, restaurants, you name it).

It is simple, takes minutes, and the points really rack up!

 

November Sprouts Farmers Market Monthly Freebies!

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Sprouts is hooking us up and helping us stay healthy! Every month on the Sprouts app in the Digital Coupon section, there are between 4-6 free items (they are marked “SAMPLING PROGRAM”).

Quantities are limited on the app, so if you are interested in any of these, I recommend that you add these coupons (by opening the Sprouts app, click on digital coupons, and click on each coupon in the lower corner where the little green circle is) to your app ASAP.

Not all Sprouts locations will have these freebies, so I suggest trying larger Sprouts location in your area.

These are full-sized freebies- not small sample sized products. they are located in the store with the other products of the same type.

Not all accounts will receive all the same products.

This month the following items are available:

  • Kevita Beverages
  • Brazi Bites
  • Milton’s non-GMO Fire Roasted Crackers
  • Somona Creamery Cheese Crisp Crackers
  • Notmilk Products

Free Food Resources for November 2021 (San Diego County)

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A new month means that it’s time for the monthly update of free food resources in San Diego.

With Thanksgiving later this month, make sure to check your local distributions or Food Banks to see if there is a turkey or ham giveaway. In the past, the Santee Food Bank has had a drawing for those who visit early on in the month to receive a voucher for a free turkey from the local Grocery Outlet.

With supply chain issues and truck driver shortages, many of last month’s distributions were mainly canned or shelf-stable goods. Fingers crossed that food banks will start receiving more fresh goods.

You can still find resources here for Central and East County, and Here for North County.

If you are located outside San Diego County, call 211. If you are not familiar with 211, here is their website and it can point you in the right direction.

San Diego Food Bank Distributions for November 2021 can be found here. Enter your address (or just your zip code) and the map will show you all of the distributions in your area or closest to you. You can filter by the days of the week to find food when you are available. If there is an income requirement/limit to participate, each location/listing will say such.

Neighbor distributions are intermixed with the San Diego Food Bank Distributions, however, they have no income requirements, and you come as you are. These Distributions are primarily fruits & veg, however, some locations may also distribute canned goods, dairy, and bread.

Super Pantry Locations can be found here (this listing is countywide). The San Diego Foodbank website also has resources for Diaper banks, free food resources for seniors, and more.

All kids in public school K-12 in the State of California are eligible for free breakfasts and lunches at school. More information can be found here. 

If you know of other resources, please leave a comment! And feel free to share this post with anyone you may know in need.