Cool Resources
Here are some websites that help me save money and time (if you click on any of the titles, the website/link will open in a new window).
I'd love to hear any feedback on these resources, or if you have other suggestions not listed, let me know. Check back from time to time as I'll add to this list.
Cash Back Programs:
What are they?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cashback_website
I've enjoyed using most of the sites below. Click on them to learn more. If you've got any comments on ones you've used or want to share others, I'd love to hear from you. Just send an email to jay1971 (at) sbcglobal (dot) com (spelled out so that I don't get a bunch of unnecessary spam).
10 Minute Mail
Temporary email addresses, great for signing up for newsletters or free samples.
Daily Markets
Good resource for your personal finance and investment needs.
Cities on the Cheap
Cool idea for a slew of sites. They offer deals in various cities (about 20 states represented, and growing fast). Click the 'Find Your City' in the upper right of the page, to see what your local offers are. I'm a big fan of our local site, http://www.WichitaontheCheap.com. If you are interested in starting a site in your area, worth giving them a shout.
Blurb
What a great idea. Create your own physical book, order one or many. More info on this on my 'Marketing Must-Haves' page. Great idea to promote your business or to give as personal gifts.
Daily Worth
Nice resource for women. From their website: A community of women who talk money. We deliver practical tips, empowering ideas, and the occasional kick in the pants...daily to your inbox.
Redbox Promo Codes
A good site if you are looking for free codes from Redbox.
Free Apps & Games
For iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Very good daily list here.
Mother Earth News' 75 Safe and Effective Herbal Remedies
Good read and resource list in this article. If you are just looking for the list, click here.
The Grocery Game
The Grocery Game offers you the opportunity to reduce your monthly grocery shopping bill
by hundreds of dollars. The founder Teri Gault has created databases that track product prices and coupons. For a small fee (free trial and then $10 every 8 weeks) they provide a weekly list of sale items from your local grocery or drug store that they suggest you buy and stockpile. It's not a hard system to learn, but like everything else it does require time and effort to work properly. I've been a satisfied customer for over 2 years.
NotRipe.com
Price watch, tracker and email alerts when you want to purchase something at the best price on Amazon.com
PriceTrace.com
Supports 40+ stores. Search product price history, compare prices, subscribe for price drop alerts and more.
Half Off Deals' Certificate Tooter
Sign up to receive a weekly Tuesday email which lists half-off gift certificate deals from
local businesses in your area. I subscribe and have had success using their service.
Over 2000 Uses for WD-40
Who would have thought there were so many uses, lol. The link above takes you to the website, which includes this handy pdf/printout.
And here's a brief video from WD-40's VP Research and Development:
Swap A DVD
Cool and easy service. Swap movies online. Trade & Exchange DVD's for Free. List movies you've already watched, once a DVD is requested mail it to the club member. In return you can choose from over 200,000 available movies. DVD's you request are mailed to you for free. No late fees or hidden charges. If you click on the link and sign up I get a free credit for referring you, you can do the same after you sign up. Thanks.
Paper Back Swap
Run by the folks above (Swap a DVD). Same concept and benefits. Choose from close to 5 million books. Also trade hardbacks, audio books, textbooks and more. If you sign up off my link I'll get a free credit for referring you here too. Thanks. :-)
Swap a CD
Mail a CD and Get a CD. Each time you send a CD to another member you can request one and have it delivered. Any album you request is yours to keep, share or trade. You'll help me out with a free credit if you sign up off of the link above. Much appreciated.
Half.com
They offer you an opportunity to buy new and used textbooks, books, music, movies and video games at a discount price.
SavingForCollege.com
An amazing guide to saving for college. Tons of resources and articles. Save for future college costs by using qualified tuition plans (529 plans or programs).
RecycleBank.com
Earn points when you recycle, reduce or reuse. Redeem points and get valuable rewards from hundreds of partners.
Google Mortgage Comparison Tool
An efficient resource where you can play with your numbers.
This tool tracks queries related to 'mortgage, calculator, mortgage calculator, mortgage rates' and so forth. You can compare the index with actual stocks, the Dow Jones, or Nasdaq by entering the respective tickers in the 'compare' box.
Best Alkaline Batteries
Some good info on this 'Candle Power Forums' link. Find out about performance, strongest brand, long-lasting and differences in batteries.
Mint.com
A free web-based personal financial management service. Rave reviews from the industry and users. They download and categorize your balance and transactions automatically every day.
