Showing posts with label cash back. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cash back. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

The best cash back apps


There are so many apps these days for saving and making money. In the next few posts I will discuss my experiences with the apps I've tried and which ones I recommend.

First, the best cash back apps. If you are not familiar with these, they give you a percentage back in cash on the total amount of your purchase. I always check with my cash back apps before I do any shopping. The stores, percentage of cash back and terms vary from each cash back company.

Cash back apps for retail shopping:


  • Ebates My #1 go to app for cash back is Ebates. I've been an Ebates user for many years and it only keeps getting better. I have the app installed on my phone but also have it on my laptop so I can shop online and easily use it on both devices. Ebates has also added in store shopping for cash back, which I love.
 Ebates frequently offers double cash back promos and also lists specials, sales and money saving promo codes for each store in addition to the cash back


On top of all that goodness, Ebates has a referral program that currently gives you $25 for every friend you refer once they spend $25, plus your friend gets $10! The referral program amounts change periodically but it's always been one of the best I've used.
If you're not signed up for Ebates yet, please consider signing up with my referral link (Thank you!)

Other cash back apps for general shopping I recommend:


  • TopCashBack  this is very similar to Ebates but not quite as user friendly in my opinion. They are currently offering a great referral rate of $10 for every friend that signs up. You can sign up with me at TopCashBack.
  • BeFrugal another cash back site similar to the ones above. This one currently offers $10 for you and $10 for each friend you sign up. Please use my BeFrugal link to sign up.
  • Drop this app is no frills, set it and forget it. You link your credit cards and choose your favorite places you commonly use and automatically earn points every time you make a purchase. There aren't a ton of stores at this point but they do offer many popular places such as Starbucks, Target, Lyft etc. If you use these places often this can be worth your while. Once the points add up to a certain amount you can cash them in for gift cards. You probably won't make a lot of money but it's easy and effortless so why not? I've been averaging a $10 gift card per month so far and I've only been using it maybe three months. 
 Drop currently offers a referral bonus of 1,000 points (worth $1) for every friend you refer that signs up. Please consider signing up with my referral code r102t at Drop.

There are many other shopping cash back apps out there, but I've found these work best for me. You can compare who is offering the best cash back rates at CashBackMonitor with their reward comparison tool.


Cash back grocery apps:


  • Ibotta this is my favorite cash back app for groceries but they do have some general shopping cash back too so always check what they offer. You choose offers you want and select which store you'll be shopping at. Some of the cash back offers can be done mobile, others are done in store and you scan or upload your receipt to get your cash back. If you buy alcohol at grocery, drug stores, gas stations, liquor stores etc. this can be a big money saver, as they offer many cash back offers on beer, wine and bottles of alcohol. The average cash back offer for these are $1 - $5 per item. Groceries are usually less, but add up. Ibotta offers frequent bonuses worth several dollars which can add up quickly.
 Ibotta also has a current referral program starting at $5 per friend you refer that signs up. This amount goes up with the more friends you refer,plus your friend gets a $10 bonus when they use         your referral code. Get $10 when you sign up with my Ibotta referral code hrkcskc now.

  • Checkout51 another app similar to Ibotta but you can use the cash back offers at any store. I've just recently signed up for this app but it seems pretty good so far. From what I understand, they currently pay by check, which is a little inconvenient. There is also no referral program or sign up bonus I am aware of at this time.
  • SavingStar similar to the apps above. No referral or sign up bonus that I'm aware of at this time.
These are the cash back grocery apps I currently use and recommend. I will add more to this list if I think they're worthwhile. 

Stay cheap & happy shopping!




Monday, June 19, 2017

Get a great cheap mattress by mail!


A few months ago I moved into a condo that doesn't make it easy to move in large furniture. Amazon to the rescue! At first I was skeptical, but after reading a lot of reviews I found this great Zinus 8 inch Memory Foam Queen Mattress for about $165. Since I'm an Amazon Prime member I received free shipping and the mattress was delivered in a couple of days. I also got 5% cash back using my Amazon credit card and an additional 3% cash back shopping through Ebates. What a deal!

I was shocked when the mattress arrived at my door by UPS in a small box no more than 3 feet by 1 foot. I unboxed the mattress and followed the directions to let it expand. It was super easy. 

Let me tell you, I did not have faith this was going to be a great mattress, but I was wrong! I love this mattress and don't have any complaints. Years ago I was suckered into spending $3000 on a well known name brand mattress from one of the huge mattress outlets and it was crap. This Zinus mattress is way better in my opinion and at an amazing price. Amazon has lots of other cheap memory foam mattresses with good reviews that you might wanna check out here as well. The prices fluctuate, as with anything on Amazon, but it seems like the deals are pretty consistent.

If your looking for a quality memory foam mattress for cheap and don't wanna bother with a cumbersome delivery process, I highly recommend getting one through Amazon.

 *By the way, I wasn't paid or compensated to write this review/recommendation. This is just me sharing a great cheap deal. I sometimes however put affiliate links to products and resources I use and may make a small commission when you sign up or make a purchase. A cheap girl's gotta eat too!

Monday, December 20, 2010

Sears Shoes & Boots- Extra 20% Off + Additional 15% off + Free Shipping - 12/20 ONLY

Today only (12/20/2010), Sears is having another Cyber Monday Sale with an additional 20% off & free shipping on all shoes & boots sold by Sears. (Select sold by Sears only when viewing show & boot selections, otherwise you will be shown selections from Kmart & Lands End as well which are not included in this promotion.) Discount will show up in the online shopping cart.

Get an additional 15% off by using the promo code NEWYEAR15 at checkout. This promo code is only good on one pair of shoes or boots per order, so if ordering more than one pair place separate orders.

Plus, get another 4% cash back when you shop at Sears through Ebates. If your new to Ebates you'll get an additional $5 so sign up, it's free & easy! Ebates is a cash back shopping program & I do all my online shopping through them. Find out more about how to make money with cash back programs.

This is a hot deal when all these discounts are added up. Check out this cute pair of Covington Women's Black Boots I snagged for about $16 shipped (sales tax will vary depending on your location.)

Stay informed about these and other deals by following Cheap Cindy on Twitter and Cheap Cindy on Facebook.

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Victoria's Secret Free Secret Reward Card Worth $10, $50, $100 or $500 with purchase

Victoria's Secret is offering a Free Secret Reward Card worth $10, $50, $100 or $500 every time you shop through 11/30/10.

Details:

  • Spend $10 or more now through November 30, 2010
  • Secret Reward Card will be included with your order
  • Offer valid on in-stock items only
  • Valid through 11:59pm EST on November 30, 2010, while supplies last
  • Secret Reward cards can be redeemed December 1 - 19, 2010
  • One Secret Reward Card per order
  • Gift cards, gift wrap and kits, shipping, handling, and taxes do not qualify toward the offer
  • Offer subject to adjustment due to returns, cancellations and exchanges
  • Not valid on previous purchases
Secret Reward Card is redeemable December 1-19, 2010 in stores (excluding outlets), online or by phone. Secret Reward Card has no value until December 1, 2010. Value of reward card will be revealed at checkout. Orders shipping outside the U.S. may not be eligible for offer. See back of Secret Reward Card for details. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time without notice.

Plus, Victoria's Secret is offering a Free Bombshell Tank with any one qualifying Miraculous Bra, Miraculous swim or Victoria’s Secret Bombshell Beauty item purchase. Use coupon code BOMBTANK at checkout.

Shop through Ebates and get an additional 2% cash back. New Ebates members also get a $5 bonus at sign up. Don't know what Ebates is? Then you're missing out! Find out how to make money with cash back programs such as Ebates.

Stay informed about these and other deals by following Cheap Cindy on Twitter and Cheap Cindy on Facebook.

Monday, October 4, 2010

2011 Entertainment Books - 35% Cash Back + Free Ship + Free $25 Restaurant.com Gift Cert at Ebates

Wow! For a limited time get 35% cash back through Ebates on 2011 Entertainment Book purchases at Entertainment.com, plus you'll receive a bonus $25 gift certificate for Restaurant.com.

Once your logged in to Ebates, go to the Entertainment.com store to get your discount. You can preview what coupons & discounts are in available in the Entertainment Book for your area.

New Ebates members also get a $5 bonus at sign up. Don't know what Ebates is? Then you're missing out! Find out how to make money with cash back programs such as Ebates.

Stay informed about these and other deals by following Cheap Cindy on Twitter and Cheap Cindy on Facebook.

photo: ba1969, sxc.hu


Saturday, June 26, 2010

Dickies Promo Code 30% Off



Get 30% off at Dickies when you use the promo code WT130. The discount applies to online orders only and is valid until July 5, 2010. The promo code can be used on sale and clearance items. Orders of $99 or more get free shipping.

I just used this discount to get hubby some new jeans. Using the promo code the Dickies mens regular fit classic jeans were less than $13. That's a hot deal!

Plus, you can get 3% cash back when you shop through Ebates. This is my favorite cash back program. (New Ebates members get a $5 bonus at sign up.) Don't know what Ebates is? Then you're missing out! Find out how to make money with cash back programs such as Ebates.

Stay informed about these and other deals: follow Cheap Cindy on Twitter and "Like" Cheap Cindy on Facebook.

Friday, June 11, 2010

Spend $50 get $50 at Sears



Spend $50 at Sears and get $50 in Sears Come Back Cash. Offer valid starting today, June 11th – June 20th. Use this rebate form.

Program Details: Receive $50 in Come Back Cash by mail, redeemable for men’s apparel when you purchase $50 or more of any combination of men’s apparel, with transactions dated 6/11/10-6/20/10.

Mail in rebate must be postmarked by 7/20/2010. Limit 1 per household. Not valid with any other promotional offer. Reward Cash Expires 10/29/10. Not valid with any other coupons or discounts (including associate discount). Come Back Cash valid only on men apparel and excludes LandsEnd Merchandise.

Stay informed about these and other deals: follow Cheap Cindy on Twitter and "like" Cheap Cindy on Facebook.

photo: ba1969, sxc.hu

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Restaurant.com 70% Off Promo Code


Get 70% off Restaurant.com gift certificates by using the promo code FEAST at checkout. Offer expires on April 22, 2010.

As with all Restaurant.com gift certificates, restrictions vary with each restaurant and range from a minimum purchase amount to specific days when the gift certificate is valid. See the terms and conditions for certificate use provided with each offer.

Plus get 15% cash back when you shop through Ebates. (New Ebates members get a $5 bonus at sign up.) Don't know what Ebates is? Then you're missing out! Find out how to make money with cash back programs such as Ebates.

Stay informed about these and other deals by following Cheap Cindy on Twitter and becoming a fan of Cheap Cindy on Facebook.

photo: simonok, sxc.hu www.shop-brite.com

Saturday, December 26, 2009

After Christmas Sale: Sharp Aquos 52" 1080p LCD TV $999 + Free Shipping

After Christmas Sale: Get a Sharp Aquos 52" 1080p LCD TV for $999 plus free shipping from Beach Camera online. The price will show up once you add the item to your shopping cart.

Model # LC-52D65U. While supplies last. This is the lowest price I've ever seen on this model!

Plus, get 2% cash back when shopping through Ebates.

*update* Now Sold Out! Sorry. See some other good deals on LCD TV's from Beach Camera.


photo: jaylopez, sxc.hu

Sunday, August 17, 2008

Random Acts Of Cheapness


August 17 2008

These are a few cheap tidbits I thought I would jot down in between polishing my pennies.

The search is on:
Before shopping I type in the item I am shopping for along with the word "coupon" into a search engine (such as Google, Yahoo, Msn, etc). Often I can find coupon codes that can be used purchasing the item online or coupons that I can print off and use in a physical store. Another good search word to try is "promo". I also try searching "coupon" & "promo" along with the name of a particular store I am shopping at. For example a search of "Target promo" brings up deals Target is offering such as free shipping, discounts etc. Often these searches will bring you to 3rd party websites advertising these deals. One of the websites I like to use is Pocketdeal.com . Here you'll find coupon codes, comparison tools, weekly ads for stores etc.

Cash backs:
Some websites offer discounts or cash back if you do your shopping through them. I frequently use Ebates, Big Crumbs & Fatwallet . Once you sign up with them (I always use a free hotmail account I've created just in case I get bombarded with spam and advertising) you can search to see what deals are offered. Usually it is a percentage that you get back on your total purchase. The percentage doesn't come to you from the store, but from Ebates, Big Crumbs or Fatwallet. Currently Ebates will send you your cash back in the form of a check or Paypal every three months if you've reached a $5.01 cash back minimum. Otherwise your balance carries over to the next check until you've reached the minimum. I feel if I'm going to buy this stuff anyway I might as well shop through these sites and get a little money back. Read more about cash back programs in my eHow article:How to Make Money With Cash Back Programs Free Online

- more coming soon, Cheap Cindy