Safeway/ United Airlines partnership is ending.
Program update: On March 1, 2010, the GroceryMiles program will end. However, you still can enroll and earn miles through February 28, 2010. All miles will be posted to your account by April 30, 2010.
For me this is one less reason to shop at Safeway Stores, and I am pretty low on reasons.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
1/31/10 Couponing class update
5 of my RSVPs have cancelled, leaving less than 5 in attendance.
If I don't get at least 5 people to attend, I will have to cancel.
Sorry, but, these classes are a lot of work for me to do. They take a lot of time to put together. I do them for free. $3.00 barely covers the copying costs for the hand outs.
If you are interested in coming, please email me at akeen02037@gmail.com. Please let me know by tomorrow night.
If I don't get at least 5 people to attend, I will have to cancel.
Sorry, but, these classes are a lot of work for me to do. They take a lot of time to put together. I do them for free. $3.00 barely covers the copying costs for the hand outs.
If you are interested in coming, please email me at akeen02037@gmail.com. Please let me know by tomorrow night.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Birthday freebies abound!
My Birthday is next week and my inbox and mail box have both been overflowing with birthday freebies!
Free premium shake from Del Taco (NOM!).
Free lunch (up to $7.00) from Rubio's.
Free premium burger from Red Robin.
$10.00 gift card from Torrid.
A free piece of pie at Coco's.
The less exciting freebies: Bogos from Pick up stix, free coffee at Brueger's Bagels, free app when you buy an entree at Lone Star Steak House, Free Dessert at Chili's.
It pays to sign up!
Free premium shake from Del Taco (NOM!).
Free lunch (up to $7.00) from Rubio's.
Free premium burger from Red Robin.
$10.00 gift card from Torrid.
A free piece of pie at Coco's.
The less exciting freebies: Bogos from Pick up stix, free coffee at Brueger's Bagels, free app when you buy an entree at Lone Star Steak House, Free Dessert at Chili's.
It pays to sign up!
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Great article and money saving tips from Allyou.com
Save money when buying meat
For those of use with an iphone and a plethora of store cards, check out CardStar. Enter your membership numbers for more than 350 stores like CVS, Ralps and Petco. Instead of carrying you card, the checker scans your iphone and you reap the benefits! Much easier than carrying a separate wallet of club cards!
In other swanky iphone app news, RedLaser is an app where you photograph the UPC (bar code) and RedLaser searches the internet for the best price! If you have a Droid, try is a similar app called Shop Savvy.
And finally, iphone users, Check out this great app: Shopper. You make your grocery list and a syou check the items off your list, you input the prices to keep a running total. Stick to your budget, easy peasy! Blackberry users can buy SmartShopper, a similar app.
iphone users- check the app store, and other smart phone users, check your application shopping outlets and you'll be surprised at all the free or $1.00 programs that are available to help you save money!
For those of use with an iphone and a plethora of store cards, check out CardStar. Enter your membership numbers for more than 350 stores like CVS, Ralps and Petco. Instead of carrying you card, the checker scans your iphone and you reap the benefits! Much easier than carrying a separate wallet of club cards!
In other swanky iphone app news, RedLaser is an app where you photograph the UPC (bar code) and RedLaser searches the internet for the best price! If you have a Droid, try is a similar app called Shop Savvy.
And finally, iphone users, Check out this great app: Shopper. You make your grocery list and a syou check the items off your list, you input the prices to keep a running total. Stick to your budget, easy peasy! Blackberry users can buy SmartShopper, a similar app.
iphone users- check the app store, and other smart phone users, check your application shopping outlets and you'll be surprised at all the free or $1.00 programs that are available to help you save money!
It's tax time- Save money!
I'm not going to talk about adjusting your withholding to bring home more money or how to maximize your IRA contributions, or even the benefits of an MSA (also called a flexible spending account). Things like that need to be discussed with a tax professional.
I'm talking about paying less for tax preparation services. You could save a lot of money and do it yourself on paper, but if you are like me, and like the shiny things and movement of computers (and for me, it takes a lot of the guess work out of it), using a computer program or paying someone else to do it is the method you chose.
1- Check with your bank or credit union and see if they have partnered with a tax preparation service to offer a discount. My Credit union offers a $30 discount at Jackson Hewitt. They have coupons in each branch.
2- Check with your state's website, your state might offer free state online income tax filing. California offers free Cal-File for those who qualify.
3-TurboTax offers free federal and state tax filing services for those who qualify.
4- Make sure to check your newspapers and junk mail. Tax preparation services will start to advertise and offer discounts and coupons.
This goes without saying: If you chose to have a service prepare your taxes, make sure they are licensed and are on the up and up.
If you are thinking about using a service and getting a tax refund anticipation loan, which is where the service completes your tax paperwork and loans you the money that you would be getting back from the the feds and when your tax refund comes, it goes straight to the tax preparation service (you also pay the service a percentage of the amount they are loaning you- so in essence you are paying for being impatient!). There are a lot of articles online warning against it, and I have to agree. If you file your taxes and have the refund deposited into your checking account, you will have the money, in most cases in 10-14 business days. Do the research for yourself- look online, ask questions. If you have to do it, comparison shop.
Waiting 2 weeks for your refund is worth the extra money, which can sometimes be up to 40% of the amount of the refund.
I'm talking about paying less for tax preparation services. You could save a lot of money and do it yourself on paper, but if you are like me, and like the shiny things and movement of computers (and for me, it takes a lot of the guess work out of it), using a computer program or paying someone else to do it is the method you chose.
1- Check with your bank or credit union and see if they have partnered with a tax preparation service to offer a discount. My Credit union offers a $30 discount at Jackson Hewitt. They have coupons in each branch.
2- Check with your state's website, your state might offer free state online income tax filing. California offers free Cal-File for those who qualify.
3-TurboTax offers free federal and state tax filing services for those who qualify.
4- Make sure to check your newspapers and junk mail. Tax preparation services will start to advertise and offer discounts and coupons.
This goes without saying: If you chose to have a service prepare your taxes, make sure they are licensed and are on the up and up.
If you are thinking about using a service and getting a tax refund anticipation loan, which is where the service completes your tax paperwork and loans you the money that you would be getting back from the the feds and when your tax refund comes, it goes straight to the tax preparation service (you also pay the service a percentage of the amount they are loaning you- so in essence you are paying for being impatient!). There are a lot of articles online warning against it, and I have to agree. If you file your taxes and have the refund deposited into your checking account, you will have the money, in most cases in 10-14 business days. Do the research for yourself- look online, ask questions. If you have to do it, comparison shop.
Waiting 2 weeks for your refund is worth the extra money, which can sometimes be up to 40% of the amount of the refund.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Sunday, January 24, 2010
San Diego, CACouponing class 1/31/10!
I still have space for about 8 more people!
If you are interested, please shoot me an email or message.
I have over 500 coupons to trade at the class.
If you can't make it, but are looking for coupons, drop me an email, and I can pull together an envelope for you.
If you are interested, please shoot me an email or message.
I have over 500 coupons to trade at the class.
If you can't make it, but are looking for coupons, drop me an email, and I can pull together an envelope for you.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
kicking off Freebie Friday right!
Courtesy of HCW:
To try the new Eggland's Best eggs, simply call us at (800) 922-EGGS (3447) or send an email to ataylor@eggland.com with your name and mailing address. Mention code THEBESTJUSTGOTBETTER to receive your coupon. And then let us know what you think of our eggs. We always love to hear from you!
To try the new Eggland's Best eggs, simply call us at (800) 922-EGGS (3447) or send an email to ataylor@eggland.com with your name and mailing address. Mention code THEBESTJUSTGOTBETTER to receive your coupon. And then let us know what you think of our eggs. We always love to hear from you!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
update on the year of frees
The mailman has not been one to disappoint!
This week I have received:
Feminine supplies from beingirl.com (tampax and always) and a coupon for a free box of pantyliners
Dove Heat Defense Therapy samples
International Delights product coupon
I traded two free Jello Mousse coupons for a free creamer coupon (we drink a lot of coffee!) and a free sausage coupon.
I also received some stickers in the mail from Disney.
This week I have received:
Feminine supplies from beingirl.com (tampax and always) and a coupon for a free box of pantyliners
Dove Heat Defense Therapy samples
International Delights product coupon
I traded two free Jello Mousse coupons for a free creamer coupon (we drink a lot of coffee!) and a free sausage coupon.
I also received some stickers in the mail from Disney.
Monday, January 18, 2010
My E-book on savings
Sorry for the sporadic postings, I've been encouraged to take the handout from my previous couponing classes, add to it and turn it into an E-book.
When it's done, it will probably top 100 pages, and will be full of info on couponing, frugal living that isn't crazy, and how to be frugal in the digital age using all of the great resources online we have available.
Right now I'm about half way done. I anticipate finishing it by mid February. It will be available for purchase on my blog for around $5.00 per copy. It will be available in PDF format. B&W Paper copies can be purchased for a slightly higher price plus shipping.
You can pre-order a copy at my couponing and money saving class on 1/31/10 in San Diego, CA.
When it's done, it will probably top 100 pages, and will be full of info on couponing, frugal living that isn't crazy, and how to be frugal in the digital age using all of the great resources online we have available.
Right now I'm about half way done. I anticipate finishing it by mid February. It will be available for purchase on my blog for around $5.00 per copy. It will be available in PDF format. B&W Paper copies can be purchased for a slightly higher price plus shipping.
You can pre-order a copy at my couponing and money saving class on 1/31/10 in San Diego, CA.
Free of the day
I have a Starbucks Rewards card- today's free was my complimentary Birthday drink. My birthday isn't for 2 weeks, but I thought I'd use it early.
I redeemed my postcard for a tall cinnamon dulce latte. NOM!!
I redeemed my postcard for a tall cinnamon dulce latte. NOM!!
Friday, January 15, 2010
Pimping my 1/31/10 San Diego, CA couponing class!
I've been working on the hand out and it's getting massive!
Tons of great ideas, and I'll be including a bonus section on healthy, cheap meals as well.
It will be the best $3 you've spent on a class handout EVAH!!
For those of you who can't attend, you can purchase the handout for $3.00 plus the cost of postage (I need to figure that out once the copying is done).
Tons of great ideas, and I'll be including a bonus section on healthy, cheap meals as well.
It will be the best $3 you've spent on a class handout EVAH!!
For those of you who can't attend, you can purchase the handout for $3.00 plus the cost of postage (I need to figure that out once the copying is done).
Thursday, January 14, 2010
upcoming coupon class 1/31/10
Couponing and money saving class 1/31/10
Eat better, live better, save money!
Save money on groceries, toiletries, gifts, travel, dining out, personal care!
Come learn how to save 40-80% on your grocery bill each month with simple steps and 1 hour of time each week! Other savings tips will be shared, everyone from coupon n00b to savings maven is welcome!
When: Sunday, January 31, 2010 1pm-3pm (refreshments will be served!)
Where: email me for the address San Diego, CA 92116
Please RSVP in advance no later than January 28. To RSVP, please email akeen02037@gmail.com.
Please bring 1 copy of the Sunday paper and scissors, and any coupons you wish to trade or get rid of. There is a 7/11 within walking distance if you don’t have a chance to pick one up earlier in the day.
There is a $3.00 cost per person for the hand out, which is chock full of savings ideas, rebates, clubs, and freebies.
Eat better, live better, save money!
Save money on groceries, toiletries, gifts, travel, dining out, personal care!
Come learn how to save 40-80% on your grocery bill each month with simple steps and 1 hour of time each week! Other savings tips will be shared, everyone from coupon n00b to savings maven is welcome!
When: Sunday, January 31, 2010 1pm-3pm (refreshments will be served!)
Where: email me for the address San Diego, CA 92116
Please RSVP in advance no later than January 28. To RSVP, please email akeen02037@gmail.com.
Please bring 1 copy of the Sunday paper and scissors, and any coupons you wish to trade or get rid of. There is a 7/11 within walking distance if you don’t have a chance to pick one up earlier in the day.
There is a $3.00 cost per person for the hand out, which is chock full of savings ideas, rebates, clubs, and freebies.
San Diego Guys- Free Haircuts!
I have 7 free Mens or Boys free hair cuts at Sport Clips for San Diego Area locations only. They expire on 2/15/10.
Anyone interested- Drop me an email.
Anyone interested- Drop me an email.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Friday, January 8, 2010
2010: the year of free!
Since I have dubbed 2010 the year of free, I am committed to posting about free stuff, free opportunities and rebates.
I know not everyone can coupon (dietary restrictions), but everyone can benefit for something free!
To start off 2010, I have received the following free items in the mail:
Kotex sample pack with coupons
7 generation dish soap
Dunkin Donuts coffee
Gevalia Coffee
Where are your favorite places to find free samples online?
I know not everyone can coupon (dietary restrictions), but everyone can benefit for something free!
To start off 2010, I have received the following free items in the mail:
Kotex sample pack with coupons
7 generation dish soap
Dunkin Donuts coffee
Gevalia Coffee
Where are your favorite places to find free samples online?
Thursday, January 7, 2010
$17 in coupons from Con Agra!
Check out this great deal- a Free coupon book with $17.00 in coupons for Con Agra Products (that includes Ro*tel Tomatoes!!)
Rubio's and Daphne's coupons!
I know how much you all love both eateries, but they can be expensive..
Rubio's- $1 off a grilled salmon 2 taco plate or burrito and a $1 off Grilled or Blackened Mahi Mahi 2 taco plate or burrito
Daphne's - Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off and $4.99 Street Pita Lunch Combo coupons
Remember both have clubs you can join and have coupon emailed to your inbox. Daphne's also has the Pita Points club- with every purchase, you earn points. When you reach 100 points, you receive a free lunch!
Rubio's- $1 off a grilled salmon 2 taco plate or burrito and a $1 off Grilled or Blackened Mahi Mahi 2 taco plate or burrito
Daphne's - Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off and $4.99 Street Pita Lunch Combo coupons
Remember both have clubs you can join and have coupon emailed to your inbox. Daphne's also has the Pita Points club- with every purchase, you earn points. When you reach 100 points, you receive a free lunch!
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Free, useful samples
Tampax sample kit I just checked the Kotex site and they aren't offering samples right now, but if you check their site in a month or so, they should be offering sample kits with coupons again.
Coupon for a Free Yoplait YoPlus Yogurt when you sign up for the Betty Crocker e-newsletter (Thanks, Coupon Cravings!)
Free Piece of Godiva Chocolate every month when you join their rewards program. I did this a month ago and have yet to receive anything but junk email from them. FYI.\
Not a sample, but... If you like Stouffer's frozen food and eat it with any regularity, join the Stouffers dinner club. Purchase products, enter codes on boxes, earn points, and redeem them for good stuff (like coupons and free products).
I've got lots of other great stuff coming up- There will be a few large updates soon- I promise!!
Coupon for a Free Yoplait YoPlus Yogurt when you sign up for the Betty Crocker e-newsletter (Thanks, Coupon Cravings!)
Free Piece of Godiva Chocolate every month when you join their rewards program. I did this a month ago and have yet to receive anything but junk email from them. FYI.\
Not a sample, but... If you like Stouffer's frozen food and eat it with any regularity, join the Stouffers dinner club. Purchase products, enter codes on boxes, earn points, and redeem them for good stuff (like coupons and free products).
I've got lots of other great stuff coming up- There will be a few large updates soon- I promise!!
Money saving tips that will change your life!
A great article Courtesy of Yahoo Finance!
And for those of you who have quit smoking and want to show it off (or get support!) check out the tickers/count up meters here.
And for those of you who have quit smoking and want to show it off (or get support!) check out the tickers/count up meters here.
Savings resolution- online shopping
A lot of us shop online: Ebay, B&N, Old Navy.
There is no reason that you shouldn't earn cash back or points to be redeemed for gift cards for your online purchases.
A few companies offer such a service, at no cost to the shopper. You simply visit their website, log in to your account, enter the name of the website you are looking for in the search box, click on the link and shop as you normally would. You earn points for each dollar you spend. Points are then redeemed for gift cards to hundreds of merchants. The gift cards are mailed to you to use in brick and mortar stores on use them online for purchases from their website (and earn more points!).
My favorite website for earning points and free gift cards is Mypoints. You can earn points with purchases, or simply click the links in the emails they send you. You can also earn points by printing and redeeming the grocery coupons from their website- they offer both coupons.com and smartsource coupons.
If you are interested in joining, email me your email address. I will send you an referral invitation. Then you and I will both receive points.
I have been a member since July 2009, and in that time, I have just clicked their email links and done my usual online shopping. I have earned over 10,000 points, which has been redeemed for over $75.00 in gift cards- Starbucks, Target, Chevron Gas!
There is no reason that you shouldn't earn cash back or points to be redeemed for gift cards for your online purchases.
A few companies offer such a service, at no cost to the shopper. You simply visit their website, log in to your account, enter the name of the website you are looking for in the search box, click on the link and shop as you normally would. You earn points for each dollar you spend. Points are then redeemed for gift cards to hundreds of merchants. The gift cards are mailed to you to use in brick and mortar stores on use them online for purchases from their website (and earn more points!).
My favorite website for earning points and free gift cards is Mypoints. You can earn points with purchases, or simply click the links in the emails they send you. You can also earn points by printing and redeeming the grocery coupons from their website- they offer both coupons.com and smartsource coupons.
If you are interested in joining, email me your email address. I will send you an referral invitation. Then you and I will both receive points.
I have been a member since July 2009, and in that time, I have just clicked their email links and done my usual online shopping. I have earned over 10,000 points, which has been redeemed for over $75.00 in gift cards- Starbucks, Target, Chevron Gas!
Monday, January 4, 2010
New Year, New Savings!
Just a reminder- Since it's the beginning of the month, all the printable coupons have reset!
Coupons.com, shortcuts.com, and cellfire.com have new coupons to load onto your store club card!
If you haven't already, clean out your coupon caches and toss the expireds, it's time to start fresh.
Coupons.com, shortcuts.com, and cellfire.com have new coupons to load onto your store club card!
If you haven't already, clean out your coupon caches and toss the expireds, it's time to start fresh.
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