Free Credit Score and Monitoring with Credit Sesame!

April is Financial Literacy Month. Part of being financially literate or aware of your financial situation is to make sure that your credit report is correct. If you haven’t taken a look at your credit report lately,  it’s time to give your finances a fresh look and get your credit in tip-top shape.

Did you know that the recent FTC study found that over 20% of Americans or 40 Million credit reports have reporting errors that are costing consumers money in credit card interest rates and loans? These reports aren’t always indicative of something nefarious like your personal data being stolen, sometimes information on your credit report may belong to someone with a similar name as yours, or someone with a social security number close to yours. Whatever the case, it’s important to check your credit report once a year at a minimum, and make sure it’s correct.

Start by making sure that your credit report does not contain erroneous information that could be impacting your credit score. Keep tabs on your credit report activities and your score by signing up for free credit monitoring and score services like Credit Sesame, so that you can easily protect your financial good standing.

Credit Sesame is 100% free and offers-

  • Receive daily credit monitoring alerts
  • Get your FREE Credit Score Monthly
  • Limit ID Theft Damage
  • Find Potential Errors Sooner
  • Access to Better Loans and  that Can Save You Money

What are you waiting for? Click here to register for free in under 2 minutes. You’ll get your free credit score and a complete view of your credit and loans. Plus, when you turn on the Credit Monitoring feature, you’ll be notified of changes to your credit profile, along with $50K identity theft insurance and live agents to help you restore your identity in case of theft. All for free. All in one place.

Celebrate Día de los Niños All April Long with The San Diego County Library!

 

Día de los Niños is a celebration of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. The celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. San Diego County Library extends its celebration of Día throughout April.

At 19 parks throughout the county, you can read stories and enjoy nature at San Diego County Library Story Trails! These original stories were written and designed by library staff and we are so excited to share them with you. Choose your location, choose your Story Trail! Each site has two stories for your enjoyment. To find the park closest to you, click here.

And kids and teens 18 and under can stop by your local County Library location any time in April and pick up a Dia de los Ninos activity pack! I’m taking the kids to get theirs this week!

 

4/2/2021 Friday Freebies and Deals!

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The second week of spring break is in the books. We went to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, played with friends in our bubble, had an egg hunt, and we’ll be doing some crafts today.

A new year means new birthday freebies. I put together a list for 2021. Check it out here.

Most of these freebies and deals are online. I am not encouraging anyone to go into stores or go out into public. Mask up, wash your paws, stay socially distanced!

Freebies:

Free Subscription to Cosmopolitan Magazine
Free Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation
Free CBD Unscented Deodorant + $25 Amazon Gift Card
Free ClarityRX Probiotic Serum
Free Wish Garden Herbs Herbal Sleep Supplement
Free Gardening Gifts at Lowes in April
Free P.F. Chang’s Home Menu Dressing at Walmart
Free Hot or Iced Coffee at Pret A Manger on Fridays
Free Febreze Plug-In at Walmart
Possible Free Quay Polarized After Hours Sunglasses
Free Dr. DZEC Daily Immune Support Gummies Sample
Free Alpha Foods Chik’n Nuggets
Free Wild Cherry Luna Bar
Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free Women’s Incontinence Products
Free Cold-Eeze Chewable Gels or Lozenges
Free Bud Light Seltzer Out Of Office Chatterbox Kit
Free The Honest Stand Plant-Based Dip
Free Goody Bag at buybuy BABY Stores
Free Rip Van Wafel Cookies
Verizon Up Rewards – Free $3-$5 Gift Card
Free Eco Lips Mongo Kiss Lip Balm at Walmart

 

Deals:

Stanley Classic Thermos ONLY $19.82 (Reg. $40)
Tonka Mighty Metal Fleet Garbage Truck ONLY $8.24 on Amazon
Pampers Splashers Swim Diapers ONLY $5.97 on Amazon
Tonka Mighty Metal Fleet Dump Truck ONLY $7.49 (Reg. $15)
MUK LUKS Slipper Socks With Tassels ONLY $9.99 (Reg. $22)
Melissa & Doug Mega Race-Car Carrier $16.30 (Reg. $30)
Home Expressions Bath Towels ONLY $3.49 at JCPenney
Double Heart Necklace ONLY $1.25 Shipped
3-Piece Set Chain Link Bracelets ONLY $9.96 (Reg $75)
Men’s Adam Duck Boots ONLY $36.99 (Reg $75)
Nintendo Switch Super Mario Case ONLY $10.99 (Reg $20)
Dove Men+Care Soap Bars 14-Pack ONLY $9.08 Shipped
Fisher-Price Giant Rock-a-Stack ONLY $10 (Reg $20)
Peter Rabbit Book and Toy ONLY $9.98 (Reg. $17)
Motivational 1-Gallon Water Bottle ONLY $11.39 (Reg. $19)
Primrose Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia Earrings ONLY $20.40
Zodiac 10-In Forged Aluminum Frypan ONLY $14.99 (Reg $40)
L.O.L. Surprise! Electronic Journal ONLY $10.99 (Reg $25)

Free Food Resources for April 2021 (San Diego County)

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

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

Neighborhood Distributions for April 2021:

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.

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

New PinchMe Samples Drop 4/6/2021

Sample Tuesday is Coming 4/6/2021- Mark your calendars, set an alarm on your phone!

Don’t have any idea what I am talking about? PinchMe! Join PINCHme and receive free samples that you can provide feedback on.

PinchMe is awesome! Once you are signed up, they will email you reminders when new samples are about to drop, and remind you when it’s time to leave feedback.

Answer a series of questions about your household and shopping habits in the Member Profile. PinchMe learns what you like and offer samples just for you.

Once you’ve had a chance to try the samples, complete a short feedback survey to tell PinchMe what you think of the samples.

What are you waiting for? Sign up here and get on the free sample bandwagon! I’ve gotten all kinds of awesome sample/trial size items, as well as full-sized items to try out from PinchMe!

3/26/2021 Friday Freebies and Deals!

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This week was the first week of spring break. It was pretty busy: library, park, zoo, and lots of play time outside (weather permitting). This week there aren’t as many freebies, but there are some pretty good ones! Quality over quantity!

A new year means new birthday freebies. I put together a list for 2021. Check it out here.

Most of these freebies and deals are online. I am not encouraging anyone to go into stores or go out into public. Mask up, wash your paws, stay socially distanced!

Freebies:

Free Eva NYC Mini Styler
Free Johnny Rockets Burger for Joining & On Your Birthday
Free Sample of Sasmar Personal Lubricant
Free Subscription to GQ Magazine
Free Cottonelle Down There Care Box
Free Sample of Glow Recipe Watermelon Toner
Free Sesame Street Fire Safety Color & Learn Activity Book
Free Gardening Gifts at Lowes in April
Free End Gun Violence Sticker
Free Lamination of COVID-19 Vaccine Card at Office Depot/Max
Free Subaru Drive & Drive Performance Magazine
Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free Subscription to Bon Appetit

Deals:

KidKraft Magnetic Dollhouse Set ONLY $59.79 (Reg $130)
Paint by Sticker Zoo Animals ONLY $5.01 (Reg. $10)
6 Pairs of Water Drop Flower Rhinestone Earrings ONLY $3 Shipped
Girls Dresses 2-Packs ONLY $6.79 Shipped at The Children’s Place
Comfy Buckled Cork Thong Sandals ONLY $21.99 (Reg $45)
Shark ION Robot Vacuum ONLY $149 (Reg $300)
MUK LUKS Women’s Camila Boots ONLY $34.99 (Reg. $65)
AUKEY True Wireless Earbuds ONLY $17.99 (Reg. $50)
Green Toys Shape Sorter Truck ONLY $14.00 (Reg. $30)
Peter Rabbit Book and Toy ONLY $9.98 (Reg. $17)
Peter Rabbit Blu-ray DVD ONLY $10.00 (Reg. $20)
WowWee Ploosh Kissimal Interactive Plush ONLY $5.43 (Reg. $13)
Green Toys Dune Buggy Pull ONLY $8.50 (Reg. $20)
8 x 10 Rugs up to 90% Off + Exclusive Extra 10% Off at Zulily
2 Scoops Plush Tie Dye Unicorn ONLY $7.50 (Reg $15)
MUK LUKS Men’s Moccasin Slippers ONLY $13.99 (Reg. $30)
Nike Kids Shoes ALL $34.99 (reg $80)
Fire HD 10 Tablet 64GB ONLY $107.99 (Reg $190)
Platform Perforated Sneakers ONLY $29.99 (Reg $60)
Portable Makeup Bag ONLY $9.99 Shipped (Reg $20)
WowWee Pixie Belles ONLY $4.79 (Reg. $15)
Twin Waterproof Mattress Protector ONLY $37.99 (Reg $64)
Conair Hot Curling Brush 2 for $6.43 on Amazon
MUK LUKS Men’s Camouflage Slippers ONLY $14.99 (Reg $40)
Bella Pro Series Touchscreen Air Fryer 2qt ONLY $24.99 (Reg $50)
Leggings by Marika All Styles ONLY $10.99 (Reg. $60)
Under Armour Adult Sackpack ONLY $10.99 (Reg $15)
6 Piece Travel Bags ONLY $12.99 Shipped (Reg $25)
Bella Egg Cooker ONLY $7.99 at Best Buy (Reg $15)
X Marks the Spot Dresses as Low as $4.99 on Zulily
Sheet Sets up to 70% Off + Score Free Shipping Through Sunday
LEGO Sale + Score Free Shipping Through Sunday

Irresistible Italian TryaBox Opportunity!

 

 

Bring authentic Italian flavors into your kitchen with new Tryazon TryaBox opportunity sponsored by Cucina Antica and Taste Republic. Cucina Antica uses premium, authentic Italian flavors to create award-winning pasta sauces. Each sauce is made with no preservatives and no sugar, water or tomato paste is added. They are gluten-free, vegetarian and Whole30 Approved. Taste Republic is revolutionizing gluten-free food with delicious, wholesome ingredients. The pasta is made fresh and kept in the refrigerated section to maximize freshness. Bring the Italian flavors to your home without the gluten!

We have 100 participant spots open this time and those chosen will receive Cucina Antica Nonna’s Recipe Sauce and a FREE coupon to pick up a fresh package of Taste Republic gluten-free pasta of your choice to sample and review! Learn more and apply here.

 

SheSpeaks: New Snack Shopping Program!

SheSpeaks has a  Snack Food Shopping Program! To participate, you’ll purchase a specific snack food at an approved Walmart store. The item will cost approximately $5. You’ll be reimbursed $10 for your purchase within two weeks of you submitting your receipt!

To qualify for this program, you will need to be able to shop at a Walmart store on this list. (Due to limited availability, this product is only available at certain stores in AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, TX, UT, WA, WY.)

To get started, click here.

Q-insights Parent/Child Cereal Survey Pays $125

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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. These days they are doing most of their studies online via chat or online surveys.

Right now Q-Insights is currently recruiting for an online study on the topic of Breakfast Cereal.

Q-Insights is looking for males and females ages 30-49 nationwide that have a 6-12 year old child to participate in a 75-90 minute online focus group regarding breakfast cereal.

The survey pays $125 for participating. Your child would need to be present for about 45-60 minutes of the online focus group.

If you are interested, please fill out the Google Form here and one of their recruiters will call you.

Free Chips & Guacamole for National Chip & Dip Day: March 22 & 23 at Rubio’s!!

Ok, so in California, avocados are everywhere. They grow here (especially in San Diego County), and in San Diego our hometown, favorite Rubio’s Coastal Grill is hooking us all up with some tasty guac!

Rubio’s Coastal Grill is giving away free, freshly made chips and guacamole, with any order, in celebration of National Chip and Dip Day. On two days this year, Monday, March 22 and Tuesday, March 23, simply order online at Rubios.com, or through the app, and enter coupon code MKTG1067 at checkout, or scan the QR code on the coupon (https://www.rubios.com/coupons/national-chip-dip-day) in restaurants.

Rubio’s guacamole is made daily in their kitchens using rich Hass avocados, cilantro, garlic, lime juice and natural sea salt. Rubio’s uses responsibly sourced seafood and features bold, unique flavors in dishes including their latest menu items, the Smoky Oaxacan Shrimp Bowl, the Smoky Oaxacan Shrimp Two Taco Plate and the Puerto Nuevo Burrito with wild-caught Langostino Lobster, now available for a limited time only.

Rubio’s outdoor patios are now open. Guests may also order online, or through the app, for contact-free curbside or express pickup, or delivery for just $1.99. For more information about Rubio’s Coastal Grill and to view the menu, visit Rubio’sFacebook and Instagram.