Get five bonus "Bucks" for signing up for Swag Bucks!

April 1, 2009 by

I’m bumping this up since today is the last day to register using the bonus code!

Search & Win

If you’ve been reading my blog for long, then you’ll know that I’m a big fan of Swag Bucks. If you’ve been holding off on joining, I understand. I’m a skeptic about things that seem too good to be true also. I had seen banners or links for Swag Bucks on a few other blogs, but it took me awhile to actually check it out. I’m so glad I did!

If you’re not familiar with Swag Bucks, it is a search engine and you earn “Swag Bucks” just for searching for things that you would be searching for anyway. Around my house, the phrase “Let me swag that” has become quite familiar. The “bucks” are typically awarded in 1-3 point increments, but some days they have “Mega Bucks” which can be 10-20 points at one time. They also post Swag codes to help you earn additional bucks.

You can use your Swag Bucks to cash out for gift cards or other great prizes. They even have a section with items for kids now! The cash out amounts of gift cards are fairly low. You can get a $5 Amazon card with just 45 Swag Bucks. I can assure you that it really works as I’ve already used my bucks to cash out for gift cards several times. Check out my post here about how I used my Target gift cards that I earned from Swag Bucks to get a bunch fo clothing for my kids for FREE! Last week, I also bought Bolt for my son’s Easter basket and Twilight for myself for FREE using gift cards that I earned from Swag Bucks.

If you’ve held off on joining because you just weren’t sure about the program, or you’re just finding out about Swag Bucks for the first time, now is the time to join! Swag Bucks contacted me and gave me a bonus code to post on my blog for new registrants. Through Wednesday, 4/1, at midnight (PST), you will get a total of FIVE bonus bucks just for joining Swag Bucks through my referral link above and using the code MOMSBARGAINS. (You’ll get three points for signing up using my referral link and two points for using the bonus code.) Be sure you check out my post here about how to make the most of your Swag Bucks account, and you’ll be well on your way to earning your first gift card.

Happy Swagging! 🙂

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Check out the Leap Frog Friends & Family sale!

April 1, 2009 by


Through 4/2/09 save 25% site wide on LeapFrog.com using the promotional code FAF25M9. Don’t forget to shop through Ebates for an additional 3% cash back (You also get a $5 bonus with your first purchase if you are registering for the first time)

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Instant Win Wednesday: Hellman’s, Little Caesar’s, Nature’s Bounty

April 1, 2009 by

Here are the instant win games for the week:

Hellmans/Best Foods Build the Perfect Sandwich: Click here to enter to win a $10,000 check for yourself and 10 $1,000 checks to share with your friends (how popular would you be then?!), a $50 grocery gift card, a Cuisinart Panini & sandwich press and mayo coupons, or a KitchenAid mixing bowl set/silicon spatula/spoon and mayo coupons.

Little Caesars Buzz In to Win: Click here to enter (you will have to register with Pepsi.com to enter). You will need a code and this one works: X7YR4XK7C42. Enter to win a PSP system with a copy of BUZZ!™ Master Quiz OR a PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system with a copy of Buzz!™ The Mega Quiz, a copy of BUZZ!™ The Hollywood Quiz and BUZZ!™ Jr. RoboJam OR a PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system with a copy of Buzz!™ Quiz TV (ends 4/27/09)

Nature’s Bounty Health Journal: Register to enter the sweepstakes and win a spa getaway for 2 to Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa in San Francisco, CA. Play the instant win game and win $100 Spa Finder gift card, $50 Spa Finder gift card, RePETe ChicoBag, or Nature’s Bounty Reycleable tote bag. Click here to enter (ends 6/30/09)

Here is a link to the instant win games from previous weeks (some may be expired)

GOOD LUCK!

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Free Domino’s Pizza! – DEAD DEAL

March 31, 2009 by

This deal is “dead” already…..

I saw this first on Money Saving Mom:

1. Visit the Domino’s website here. If you have an account, log in. If not, follow the instructions.

2. Click on the order tab. Input your address information (you will not have to do this if you are logged in already)

3. Choose the “Carryout” option and select the time when you would like for your order to be ready.

4. In the blue “Use a Coupon” box, type in the code BAILOUT and click on “use coupon.” If this is working in your area, to the right, it should say, “Medium 1 topping pizza free” in a blue box.

5. Click on “Build your Own Pizza.” Choose “medium” (it defaults to large). Choose your toppings.

6. Click on “Check out.” Complete the information for creating a log-in (if you haven’t already), check to make sure that your balance is listed as $0, and confirm your order.

It’s that easy! I was thrilled to see that this is working in my area! 🙂

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Tip of the Day Tuesday: Standing up for yourself when using coupons

March 31, 2009 by

I have been using coupons for over five years now, and even after years of experience, there are times when I still have anxiety about getting hassled over my coupons. Here are a few tips to help you stand up for yourself when using coupons:

1. Make sure you are using your coupons correctly: Make sure you read the fine print on your coupons and that what you are buying matches up with the details on your coupon. I have noticed that many of my stores have become much more particular about coupons. More often than not, they read the fine print and make sure that my items match up, especially if they beep. Avoid embarrassment at check-out by using your coupons legitimately!

2. Know your store’s coupon policies: If you do a search online for individual stores and “coupon policies” you will find letters that others have received from customer service regarding store coupon policies. Sometimes it’s helpful to print these letters to share with your cashiers, especially if you have had difficulties redeeming coupons at that store in the past. When in doubt, it doesn’t hurt to e-mail customer service yourself to inquire about their coupon policies so that you have your own hard copy.

3. Remain calm and don’t be afraid to ask for a manager: Even though you may be embarrassed or incredibly frustrated, don’t lose your cool. It will only make the situation worse. Instead, if things get too heated or the cashier refuses to work with you, don’t be afraid to ask to speak with a manager.

4. It’s OK to walk away. If you are trying to use your coupons correctly and the cashier and/or store manager refuse to work with you, it’s OK to walk away. You can try to visit the store at another time or visit another store in the area. Be sure to contact the store’s corporate customer service department to share the “issues” you had.

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