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Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Index/Glossary
Page 1- Introduction
Page 2- Summarized list of what I learned
Page 3- Who I am
Page 4- Direct Links-with descriptions
Page 5- Free stuff
Page 6-Couponing 101
6.5- The Terms
Page 7- Couponing-The Stores
Page 8- Product Testing
Page 9- Natural Alternatives
Page 10- Generic Alternatives
Page 11- When and Where to get the best deals
Page 12--- Under Construction----
How I do it..
For starters, it took me months and multiple tries to figure it out and get it right, I dont want you to have to deal with that..So here is a few simple things you should do first if you are going to try my methods.
Also, yes I am giving away all my secrets and my links!! because I don't want money or promotions from this, I want people to know it's really easy and simple to save money and be able to do it on their own instead of relying on me to do it for them...that's right, I don't want to make money off you :)
One: Create an email account that you not mind getting "offers" and "signing" up for pages with
Two: I use BLUR (a Google Chrome add-on) To protect me and my kids from spam and trackers etc ..>Plus they have an Auto-Fill form so you don't have to type so much! (So much faster and simpler)
Three: Get a PO BOX or an alternative address to have your samples and coupons mailed to- I did not do this at first and regret it.
Four: Get a routed phone number (Ill post a link) So you are not constantly giving out your number-- Yeap made this mistake too
Five: Make sure you have your JAVA and other "add-ons" up-to-date (for coupons etc)
Six: Check back with my page regularly for updates, links and exclusive offers! Some of the things I will post expire fast (within hours or minutes)
Seven: Make a checklist and always have a meal plan/shopping list to go with your coupons and or samples.
Eight : as soon as you get your products, write it down and write a review (this way you remember the information for the reviews --so you can continue to get free products
Nine: If you have a mobile device please make a folder or be ready to install a few KEY apps to help reward you for shopping - This seriously is key....
lastly Make a Facebook, Twitter, and or instagram account linked to the "mock" email listed in item one. This is important!! Be sure to have as many friends and followers as possible, the more the better!--Follow me on FB I am always posting the latest stuff I find.... So you wont have to search like I do :)
NOW;
What I Use- (to be updated)
Blur-Google Chrome add-on
Ibotta-Mobile App
Savings Star- Mobile App
Cartwheel by Target-Mobile App
Wal-Mart Savings catcher Mobile App
Checkout 51- Mobile app
And lastly the few pages i check regularly;
www.Coupons.Com
www.Redplum.com,
www.Retailmenot.com
Pinchme.com
Crowdtap.com
(more to come)
SITES TO AVOID!!!
I have noticed you can get a LOT of "free" stuff from external links, but a lot of these require scams, paid offers and promotional contributions.. Please be careful of these sites!
Also When I say "survey site" -- I am referring to sites where you "get a sample" or "buy a product and have to write a review to get stuff in return..some of these sites are legit, some I have yet to see a "reward" for my time and effort...
Smiley360
(they claim they have samples etc, I've yet to receive anything--I've had them for 6 months and all they do is spam my inbox)
BigSurveys.com
GetItFree.com
FreebieFrenzy- This one is bad for the "must complete one gold,two silver 3 bronze offers to enter for a chance to """
Publishers Clearing house- Yes, They have a reputation, yes people have won, yes they are a "real" corporation with "real prizes" But let me tell you, to actually win or get anything it takes hours, money and scam to get there...even though it says "no purchase necessary"... and they are bad for spamming your email as well.
Listia- Yes it works, But you have to want to basically trade stuff constantly for it to work, You "sell" and your get "points" to buy stuff with....Kind of like a "traders market" They aren't a bad site, but I don't have stuff to get rid of, so I don't use them.
Tuluna- It's a survey site that " offers free stuff" but, again, its been months and I've done surveys and have yet to get any of the "free" stuff they said "was on its way" or that i was "eligible" for...and now days, I log on, and it says "nothing available" so I don't use them anymore either.
I'm sure there is more...Ill update this as often as I can.
What I'm About and Why I am here!
Hey there!
So, I guess I should start with an introduction yeah?
Well, I'm a single mom, veteran and health nut (sorta). I love to save money whenever possible, as long as it doesn't take all of my time and money to do so. I enjoy the outdoors and staying creative. Some of that I'll get into more later, that's not what you are here for.
I am creating this page because, unlike Extreme Couponers and major bloggers, I don't get paid to shop and I don't get paid to have my blog either.
However, I want to show people that anyone is capable of saving money and getting things free. I've learned a few things over the past 5 months of "attempting extreme couponing". (I am a product tester as well)
One; It's actually expensive to start couponing-But I can show you how to do it
Two: It takes way more time than a busy single mom would ever have without help. In my case at least
Three: It takes a LOT of running from one store to the next, almost every day of the week.
Four: You have to have "storage" and be ready to "stock" items to get the best deals
Five: Be ready to compromise on the things you love--
( for example : if you only use DOVE shampoo, be ready to ditch that often for whatever is on sale, changing your products weekly..Which could be unhealthy or irritant, as well as just plan annoying)
Who has that much time, gas, or money? Not to mention, who realistically is going to bring their kids along for all that? Not me! LOL.
I shop at Wal-Mart, Dollar Tree and my local markets. (depending on the deals). I do however Clip coupons, match deals, and try to save money anyway possible...But, I chose to compromise on "free" so I'm not running all over the place wasting time and money. I am also, very picky about the "items" I purchase and why.
I am not going to "overwhelm" you with "do this to get that to get this so this is free" like couponers do either. My plan is to have simple "one step" ways to make it easier, So like me, you can clip, go and come home..Because if you are like me, you still have to clean, cook, pay bills and give some little ones baths & help with homework right? Plus, at some point you want that oh so awesome "Me time"! So simple it is :)
I have done this for about 5 months now, and I read all the "major" coupon websites like " The Krazy Coupon Lady" and "Passion For Savings" to help, but again, their methods require, well too much effort .
Anyway; I will give credit where credit is do, I will post product reviews, I will tell you the deals I find (*) and I will do my best to post the latest coupons, and even product alternatives!
So, There's that :). A lot longer then I had wanted but I wanted to make sure you got the idea and my plan before you started clicking and getting lost :).
I enjoy ANY feedback also, So if there is anything you have to say, please feel free to contact me. Now Lets get to the basics shall we?
P-S- I am working on the "grammar" I know I am not the best at that so bare with me as I continue to edit and fix any issues :) Thanks
*disclaimer I do not endorse, own, Represent, or have in any way any affiliation with or guarantee for products, results, pages or personal information. All "deals" are subject to local availability. No products, pages listed, personal information (or in relation) to a product belong to me. This site is solely on personal experience, references and outside resources that I have discovered. I only "own" my opinion. Any information, usage or rights belong to the proper holders of the information, product or pages.
So, I guess I should start with an introduction yeah?
Well, I'm a single mom, veteran and health nut (sorta). I love to save money whenever possible, as long as it doesn't take all of my time and money to do so. I enjoy the outdoors and staying creative. Some of that I'll get into more later, that's not what you are here for.
I am creating this page because, unlike Extreme Couponers and major bloggers, I don't get paid to shop and I don't get paid to have my blog either.
However, I want to show people that anyone is capable of saving money and getting things free. I've learned a few things over the past 5 months of "attempting extreme couponing". (I am a product tester as well)
One; It's actually expensive to start couponing-But I can show you how to do it
Two: It takes way more time than a busy single mom would ever have without help. In my case at least
Three: It takes a LOT of running from one store to the next, almost every day of the week.
Four: You have to have "storage" and be ready to "stock" items to get the best deals
Five: Be ready to compromise on the things you love--
( for example : if you only use DOVE shampoo, be ready to ditch that often for whatever is on sale, changing your products weekly..Which could be unhealthy or irritant, as well as just plan annoying)
Who has that much time, gas, or money? Not to mention, who realistically is going to bring their kids along for all that? Not me! LOL.
I shop at Wal-Mart, Dollar Tree and my local markets. (depending on the deals). I do however Clip coupons, match deals, and try to save money anyway possible...But, I chose to compromise on "free" so I'm not running all over the place wasting time and money. I am also, very picky about the "items" I purchase and why.
I am not going to "overwhelm" you with "do this to get that to get this so this is free" like couponers do either. My plan is to have simple "one step" ways to make it easier, So like me, you can clip, go and come home..Because if you are like me, you still have to clean, cook, pay bills and give some little ones baths & help with homework right? Plus, at some point you want that oh so awesome "Me time"! So simple it is :)
I have done this for about 5 months now, and I read all the "major" coupon websites like " The Krazy Coupon Lady" and "Passion For Savings" to help, but again, their methods require, well too much effort .
Anyway; I will give credit where credit is do, I will post product reviews, I will tell you the deals I find (*) and I will do my best to post the latest coupons, and even product alternatives!
So, There's that :). A lot longer then I had wanted but I wanted to make sure you got the idea and my plan before you started clicking and getting lost :).
I enjoy ANY feedback also, So if there is anything you have to say, please feel free to contact me. Now Lets get to the basics shall we?
P-S- I am working on the "grammar" I know I am not the best at that so bare with me as I continue to edit and fix any issues :) Thanks
*disclaimer I do not endorse, own, Represent, or have in any way any affiliation with or guarantee for products, results, pages or personal information. All "deals" are subject to local availability. No products, pages listed, personal information (or in relation) to a product belong to me. This site is solely on personal experience, references and outside resources that I have discovered. I only "own" my opinion. Any information, usage or rights belong to the proper holders of the information, product or pages.
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