Oh me oh my. Seems that we now need to be protected from rebates. At least that is what one Wisconsin state senator thinks. Wisconsin State Senator John Lehman wants to protect consumers from “slippage”. That’s what happens when the consumer buys the product, attracted by the rebate, but somehow never turns the rebate in or it is denied on a technicality. He wants everyone who buys the product to get it at the rebate price at the store, if the store is advertising a price after rebate. So he is introducing a resolution to make this a law, forbidding … Continue reading →

Whether or not you own a home, you can take advantage of the federal government’s programs to stimulate the economy and promote energy efficiency. There are great incentives for buying an energy efficient home, or doing the additional work to make it energy efficient and save you money over the years. But the most immediate benefit that will affect homeowners and tenants alike is the new “cash for clunker appliances” rebate scheduled to take place this spring. You can find out about the rebates for your state here on the Department of Energy website. Different amounts are budgeted per state; … Continue reading →

I usually blog about deals, coupons, sales, and matching up coupons and rebates to stores. Today I want to tell you about Winn-Dixie – not about the money I saved shopping there but about the lives they helped to save by being a sponsor of the National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer in Jacksonville, Florida. Winn-Dixie, along with several other companies, was a sponsor of this event. At the expo before the run, they sent representatives from their pharmacy to check blood pressure and body mass index (BMI). I don’t know what they donated financially as a sponsor, but I … Continue reading →

With Christmas fast approaching at the end of this week, I hope that your shopping and bustling around has subsided, and that you can enjoy the holiday. So often we are so intent on having the perfect gift, the perfect holiday, that we ruin the day for ourselves. We want to be careful to truly value the day, what it means, and our time with our families. The day AFTER Christmas, you can plan for shopping and deal hunting. One of my favorite things is to head to big box stores the day after Christmas and pick up Christmas decorations. … Continue reading →

This year, Christmas shopping got an early boost. Retailers were advertising their specials around Halloween, proclaiming that Black Friday had come early. We had lots of opportunities to take advantage of “Before Black Friday” sales and special opportunities in Cyber Space. For those who wanted to shop in the wee hours, there was plenty to plan for, and still a lot of competition for those incredible, but limited, deals. Walmart was among the stores that was most guarded about their Black Friday Deals. Owners of affiliate marketing and deals websites were warned to not post any details about what would … Continue reading →

Black Friday has been starting “now” for about a month now. But this week, it really starts. Then it will be over, but the savings won’t be. Online deals continue to become available, for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and beyond. Retailers really want you to spend the money you are being more cautious with on their merchandise. If you decide to venture out for Black Friday, it is a great adventure. Here are some tips for getting what you want, and having a good time: Yes, you really do have to get there early. If the doors are opening at … Continue reading →

Walmart announced a “sneak peek” at their Black Friday sales. Here are the prices they are announcing: – Magnavox Blu Ray Disc Player for $78 – Sanyo 50″ Plasma HDTV for $598 – Tom Tom 3.5″ GPS for $59 – Kids’ licensed character sleepwear $3 – $7 fleece reversible jackets for the family – Barbie Power Wheels Ride-On $88 This is a great price on reversible fleece jackets. The big news of course is electronics, and Walmart is determined to beat prices everywhere. Did you ever think you would see a price under $600 for a 50 inch Plasma TV? … Continue reading →

One part of deal hunting that is catching on is taking surveys. Some surveys pay you money, some just give you points in an overall site account that can then be redeemed for gift cards or cash. Probably the most desirable site for paid surveys is Pinecone. You do not get too many opportunities to sign up with them. When you see their banner advertised on any site, be sure to click it. This is the only way you get to register. The pay is $3 per survey and a chance to win prizes. They have frequent surveys, and pay … Continue reading →

Manufacturers are turning more and more to printable coupons and discounts you load on your loyalty cards to promote their products and give you additional savings. It is pretty common knowledge that you can go to several great sites and print coupons. Many websites that are of interest to deal hunters will have links to coupons.com, smartsource.com, and redplum.com. Some will have links to bettycrocker.com, pillsbury.com, and various manufacturer websites that offer printable coupons. If you want a really good list of those, try this list here. They update it frequently. Printable coupons are not to everyone’s liking. You’re paying … Continue reading →

Rite Aid deals are picking up. With the new catalog of single check rebates, sales, and super printable coupons for $5 off anything when you spend $25, you are sure to get your money’s worth, and then some. Unlike CVS and Walgreens, Rite Aid does not give you credits back at the register. They have single check rebates. You can find the form at any Rite Aid, or you can submit your purchases online. All you need to do is enter the information from your cash register receipt. Can you use coupons? Of course! This is where you see that … Continue reading →