Here are freebies you can get next time you go to the mall. Some of the freebies you only need to print out a coupon while other ones you have to sign up for the free rewards program and visit on specific days. All of the items listed are free and do not require any purchase. I will add to this as more freebies are…
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Added by Swap Savers on September 15, 2009 at 1:04pm —
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My twins were also my first children which caused me to purchase many unnecessary items. I only wish…
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Added by Swap Savers on July 16, 2009 at 9:30pm —
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Outback Father's Day Weekend when you purchase a meal you will get a $10 certificate good for the next visit to Outback.
Smokey Bones--Dads eat free, pick up your coupon at Smokey Bones (or they may email you one--they did for mother's day).
ESPN Zones Get a free breakfast from 9:30 A.M. to 11…
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Added by Swap Savers on June 16, 2009 at 9:00pm —
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FREE Movies for Summer Reading at Showcase
BOOKWORM WEDNESDAYS, Every Wednesday at 10:00 am beginning July 8th for six weeks. A fun and rewarding summer reading program developed to encourage young children to read during the summer months. BOOKWORM WEDNESDAYS entitles kids to free admission to a select c…
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Added by Swap Savers on June 8, 2009 at 11:00am —
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Coupons and Rebates can save you a significant amount of money. However you can also lose money if you use a coupon or rebate depending on the purchase. You should also consider the fact, you will not be reimbursed for any taxes you paid when you submit for a rebate. Here are some questions to help you figure out if using a coupon or rebate makes sense.
Do you usually purchase the item? If you purchase the product on a regular basis then using a coupon or rebate will save you money. Howe…
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Added by Swap Savers on April 3, 2009 at 7:39pm —
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Kids and babies require everything from clothes to car seats and much more. Most of these items are expensive and are only used for a short period of time. Here are some ways to find free or frugal kid or baby items.
Ask Friends and Family If you need specific baby equipment or you are willing to accept any free kid/baby things, inform everyone you know. Most kid/baby objects are large and take up a lot of space. Some people are only too happy to pass along their things to someone else e…
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Added by Swap Savers on January 27, 2009 at 7:00pm —
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As a customer dealing with businesses, it is inevitable that you will encounter problems. The problems you experience can range from minor to serve. Here are some steps you can take to correct the issue.
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Customer Service or Sales Person If you experience a minor issue such as the item you purchased rang up as the wrong price, your best bet is to go to customer service or ask a sales person. These issues are usually easily corrected especially if you catch the mistake before you leave…
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Added by Swap Savers on January 23, 2009 at 3:00pm —
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Doctor visits, medications and other medical costs can add up quickly especially if you have children or an illness. Here are some money savings tips related to medical costs.
Negotiate with Doctors/Hospitals Most people don’t realize you can negotiate medical costs with your doctor or hospital. In fact according to 2005 Harris Interactive poll two thirds of patients who negotiated with a doctor, dentist or hospital were able to lower their bill. In relation to my personal experience, on…
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Added by Swap Savers on January 14, 2009 at 2:30pm —
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Use Coupons Coupons can save you a significant amount of money during the year. You can find coupons for almost any product or store/restaurant in a multitude of locations such as the Sunday paper, printable on-line coupons, magazines, email coupons sent to when you register with a manufacture or restaurant, coupon dispensers (in-stores), and coupon swap boxes in the library or workplace just to name a few places. You can definitely save well over $1,000 by using coupons on an every basis…
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Added by Swap Savers on December 30, 2008 at 7:55pm —
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The holidays can be a strain on the wallet with gift giving, holiday parties and hosting the holiday dinner. Here are a few tips to help you save money.
Food Shop at Other Stores If you are hosting a holiday party or dinner, instead of shopping at your local grocery store, shop at drug stores and discount chain stores (i.e. Wal-mart, Target, etc.). You can find food and other items for free or almost free when you combine sales, coupons and rebates (Walgreens and Rite Aid have their own…
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Added by Swap Savers on December 16, 2008 at 4:31pm —
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Nothing pains me more than to realize my coupon is expired or forgotten at home. If you forgot your coupon or have an expired coupon, here are some tips to prevent or correct this situation.
Preventive Tips:
Mark your Calendar If you have a great coupon or rewards coupon (such as CVS Extra Bucks or Best Buy Rewards) mark the expiration date on your calendar. You can also make a notation to use the coupon at least a week or two before it expires.
Use the Coupon Immediat…
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Added by Swap Savers on December 9, 2008 at 2:30pm —
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Added by Swap Savers on December 2, 2008 at 3:27pm —
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Top 10 Reasons Why I Love the Library
10. Everyone knows my name.
9. Where else can you only pay a 10 cent late fee?
8. Discounted Museum passes
7. A room full of toys my kids can play with anytime
6. Tons of free programs like story time and movies on the big screen
5. Book Sales
4. A place to meet people
3. You can find books that will teach you to do anything
2. A coupon swap box
And the #1 Reason I LOVE the Library is . . . . . .
1. EVERYTHING IS FREE!!!!
Why do you love the libr…
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Added by Swap Savers on November 18, 2008 at 1:36pm —
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Credit Cards are not for everyone. In fact the majority of money saving websites advises you to pay in cash instead of using credit cards. However, if you pay your balance in full every month, you can earn a lot of money from credit cards. Last year alone I earned over $700 cash back by purchasing items I would buy whether or not I had a credit card such as groceries and gas. I have used credit cards for 20 years and during this time, I never paid an interest or late payment. The key factor in e…
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Added by Swap Savers on November 11, 2008 at 3:32pm —
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Places to Find Coupons:
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Sunday Paper—The paper has coupon inserts called Red Plum (RP), Smart Source (SS) and Proctor and Gamble (P&G)
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Printable coupons--The following websites have printable coupons: Coupons.com, SmartSource.com, Red Plum.com, You can also find printable coupons on your local newspaper's websites.
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Manufacturers Coupons--Go to the website of the product you plan to buy, often you will find printable coupons.
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Coupon Swap Box--Se…
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Added by Swap Savers on November 4, 2008 at 2:11pm —
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You can find great deals in the drugstores (CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens). Often you can find items for free or even earn money (if the store allows it) when you combine sales, coupons/in-ad coupons, rebates and Register Rewards (Walgreens) or Extra Bucks (CVS). Here are a few tips to make sure you get the best deals.
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Make a List—Before you enter the store make a detailed list of what you plan to buy and what coupons/rebates are necessary. I also include the weight or size of the prod…
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Added by Swap Savers on October 28, 2008 at 11:30am —
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Cook your own meals: The only way to truly know the calorie content of what you eat is to prepare the meals yourself. By cooking your own meals you can substitute for less fattening or lower calorie choices when necessary. Most recipes list calories, fat grams and other useful information to help you keep track of your daily intake. When you eat at restaurants or fast food places you eat more calories and fat grams since the portions are typically larger then what you would have at home.…
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Added by Swap Savers on October 16, 2008 at 2:00pm —
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