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Archives for August 2010

Synovate Global Opinion Panel Open Again: Get Paid for Your Opinion (Possible FREE Products!)

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Update: If you missed signing up for this  the first time, it’s available again!

I am always on the look-out for new opportunities to offer to my readers  to bring  in some extra cash.  That’s why I’m excited to share that Synovate Global Opinion Research is accepting new members.

I always do my research before sharing offers such as this with you.  So before I posted this,  I spent the evening reading reviews on this survey company and am finding very positive things being said.

With Synovate, you’ll earn points that you can redeem for cash once you reach a specified threshold.  From what I am reading, the amount earned will depend on the number of surveys for which you qualify.  (One reviewer said she earned as much as $10 per month, another earned around $20 in a year.)

One of the exciting aspects of Synovate is that many people are also chosen to do product tests for items such as shampoo, conditioner, dog treats, toilet paper and more.   If that sounds like something you’d enjoy,  sign up here!

Read more about other similar opportunities here.

How about you?  Have any of you had experience with Synovate?  I’d love to know your thoughts!

The Cha-Ching Challenge Highlight: Duchess of Discount!

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Cha-Ching challenge

Welcome to the weekly

Cha-Ching Challenge Highlight!

I am pleased to announce our
Cha-Ching Challenge Highlight Winner.

This week’s highlight is Duchess of Discount!

She writes:

“I’m a native-born Florida Cracker, graduated Christian home schooling mom/teacher, jill of all trades and mistress of none. Rising prices and dwindling assets pushed me over the edge from casual to extreme couponing. In the first quarter of 2010, we cut our grocery budget from $1600+/- to $300! I always thought all those ‘coupon queen’ stories weren’t for average people like me. Was I ever wrong! Just jump in and start clipping. Check out some of the super savers in my blog list. Honestly, I know you’ve heard this before, but REALLY, if I can do it, ANYBODY can!”

Check out her post sharing the incredible deals that she scored at Staples, CVS, Publix, and Walgreens last week.  I’d say she deserves a huge “CHA-CHING!”  Way to go, Duchess of Discount!  I see how you’ve earned your name. 🙂

Would you like to join us in next week’s Cha-Ching Challenge?

Simply come back on Saturday and join the Cha-Ching Challenge by adding a link to your post sharing your great deals for the week!

Landis Supermarket Week of 8/13/10

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Landis Supermarket logo

Note:  If you shop at Thriftway and Shop n Bag, they share a very similar ad with Landis.  However, most Thriftway and Shop n Bag stores do not accept internet coupons.

Note: Landis doubles coupons with a face value of up to $.99.  (So if you have a $.75 coupon, it will automatically double to a savings of $1.50 at check-out.) Please note that coupons vary by region.  Read all about my coupon lingo here.  Read more about Landis’s internet coupon policy here.

A few good deals at Landis this week.  Here’s the best of what I see:

Banquet Fruit Pies, $.80
$0.35/1 Banquet Fruit Pies Aug 2010 All You Magazine (exp 10/10/2010)
$.10 each after doubled coupon!

Rice-A-Roni or Pasta-Roni, $1.25
$1/3 printable
$.92 each after coupon!

Activia Yogurt (4-pk.), $1.99
$1/1 Activia, 4 pk (IE) or Printable (FF)
$1/1 Activia Dessert, 4 pk (IE) or Printable (FF)
$1/1 Dannon Activia Yogurt 8/8/2010 SS Insert (exp 9/12/2010)
$.99 after coupon!

Smart Balance Sour Cream, $1.99
$0.50/1 Smart Balance Sour Cream  7/11/2010 RP Insert (exp 8/31/2010)
$.99 after coupon!

Honey Nut Cheerios, $2.50
$.75/1 printable
As low as $1 after doubled coupon!

Nature Valley Granola Thins, $2.50
$0.50/1 Nature Valley Granola Thins
$0.50/1 Nature Valley Granola Thins
$0.75/1 Nature Valley Granola Thins 8/8/2010 GM Insert (exp 10/2/2010)
As low as $1 after doubled coupon!

Kellogg’s Pop-Tarts, $1.67
$1/2 Lance Products 5/16/2010 SS Insert (exp 8/31/2010)
$1/2 Kellogg’s Pop-Tarts 8ct +  7/11/2010 RP Insert (exp 8/8/2010)
$1/2 Kellogg’s Products TARGET coupon 8/1/2010 RP Insert (exp 9/11/2010)
$1.17 each after coupon!

Keebler Cracker Sandwiches, $1.67
$1/2 Keebler Sandwich Crackers 8/1/2010 RP Insert (exp 9/26/2010)
$1/2 Keebler Sandwich Crackers 8 ct
$1.17 each wyb 2 after coupon!

Aunt Jemima Pancakes, $1.99
$1.50/2 Aunt Jemima Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, or French Toast
$1.24 each wyb 2 after coupon!

General Mills Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Golden Grahams, $1.99
$1.50/2 General Mills Cereal
$1.24 each wyb 2 after coupon!

Newman’s Own Salad Dressing, $2.99
$0.75/1 printable
$0.75/1 Newman’s Own Salad Dressing 7/11/2010 RP Insert (exp 9/8/2010)
$0.50/1 Newman’s Own Dressing, Marinade, Pasta Sauce, Salsa, Popcorn or Drink (IE) or Printable (FF)
As low as $1.49 after doubled coupon!

Lance Home Pack Crackers & Cookies (8-pk.), $2
$1/2 Lance Products 5/16/2010 SS Insert (exp 8/31/2010)
$1.50 after coupon!

Turkey Hill Iced Tea or Lemonade (gallon), $2.50
$1/2 Turkey Hill Beverages 6/13/2010 RP Insert (exp 9/13/2010)
$2 each wyb 2 after coupon!

Newman’s Own Cereal (Selected Varieties), $3.49
$1/1 Newman’s Own Sweet Enough Cereal (IE) or Printable (FF)
$2.49 after coupon!

Did you see anything that I missed?

Swag Bucks: Mega Swag Bucks Friday and Code for New Members Reminder!

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Don’t forget that today is Mega Swag Bucks Friday!  Some lucky people will be rewarded Swag Bucks in 100, 200, 500 and 1000 increments for their online searches today.  Let me know if you’re one of them!

If you are new to Swag Bucks, you can start off with 40 BONUS bucks (for a total of 70!) by using code BackToSchool when you sign up here (expires August 15,  2010).  Click here to learn more about Swag Bucks and how you can earn gift cards and other great prizes just by searching the web.


High Value Lawry’s Coupon!

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There is a new high value $0.50/1 Lawry’s Seasoned Salt, 8 oz or 16 oz, Garlic Salt 11 oz or Garlic Powder, any size coupon available.  Since these often go on sale for around $1, you could easily score cheap or FREE seasonings if your store doubles.

I wouldn’t wait to print this one.  It’s likely to go fast!

SunnyD Book Spree: Free Books for the Classroom

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sunnyd book spree

SunnyD has a special promotion to help teachers add to their classroom library.  Collect 20 UPCs from participating SunnyD products to earn 20 FREE books for your child’s classroom!

Click here for more information for parents and click here to get the rebate form for your teacher to send in.  The promotion ends November 30, 2010 or while supplies last.

As a former teacher, I know how much this will mean to your child’s teacher.  Most teachers end up spending money out of their own pocket for classroom resources.  What a special gift!

Facebook: Possible FREE Filet Mignon!

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HAPPY NATIONAL FILET MIGNON DAY!  (What?  Don’t tell me you didn’t know?)

In honor of this special occasion, Chef’s Requested is holding a Facebook giveaway.  Simply head on over to their Facebook page and ‘Like’ them, then click on the ‘Signup’ tab and fill out the form.  Every 5th person that signs up will get a FREE Filet Mignon coupon mailed to them!  They will be giving away 2,010 coupons total today only (8/13).

Be sure to read the instructions on the signup page.  It appears that you need to put #FMF in the comments section.

Thanks, Common Sense with Money!