Many of you keep asking me — So – What is Swag Bucks? Simply put — Swag Bucks is a search engine that awards you in the form of Swag Bucks (points that can be traded in for prizes.) You can chose from a variety of prizes including gift cards. My favorite is a $5 Amazon.com gift card. It costs…
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Guest Post: 4 Reasons Your Newspaper May Have Different Coupons Than Your Neighbor
I know that I talk a bit about Kansas City getting (or usually NOT getting) specific coupons that aren’t found in other areas. I know that it is frustrating, but there are actually reasons. Carrie at Pocket Your Dollars has written a great article explaining all of this. Coupons are a marketing tool that companies use to advertise and promote…
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Lessons from the Mama: Paper or Plastic?
No – I am not talking about the type of bag you are being asked to put your groceries in. Nowadays, it seems that everywhere you go; you can use a debit or credit card. It can be convenient to just whip out that plastic and swipe it and be on your way. However, doing so can actually make you…
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Lessons from the Mama: The Dreaded "B" Word
It is a new year and common resolutions deal with quitting smoking, losing weight or getting organized. Another common resolution is to get a better handle on your finances. The problem is …. Where do I Start? Should I clip coupons for my grocery visit? Should I get out of debt? Do I need a budget? The answer is simple…
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Coupon Training / Swap – Final Information for this Weekend
So, are you all as excited as I am about the Coupon Training & Swap this Saturday! I can’t wait to meet those you who are going to be there. This post will contain all of the information that you need to be prepared. DATE/TIME: Just as a reminder it is this Saturday, November 21st at 10:00 a.m. If some…
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Price Matching Policies
I received an email from reader, Dawn recently, and here is what she said: When I tried to price match at Walmart yesterday the cashier told me that they will no longer price match items from the Price Chopper ad if the ad states that the price is “with Chopper Shopper card”. She said the policy changed 30 days ago…
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