Got the munchies? Freebies4Mom had a great link to get a free FULL SIZE bag of Flat Earth baked crisps. They claim to have a 1/2 serving of fruit or veggies in every serving. (My kind of snack!) Just click on the link and fill out the info and then you can print a coupon. The coupon expires 3/09/08. … [Read more...]
Minnesotans: Get a free shopping bag
If you live in Minnesota and care about protecting the environment, check out this link. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's website Reduce.org is giving away a free reusable shopping bag for completing a simple survey about your shopping habits. Simply enter the code "reduce3" to start your survey. The survey takes just a couple of minutes, and you can get your free bag in just 4-6 weeks. There is a limit of one bag per household while supplies last.Reduce has a lot of great tips on how to … [Read more...]
A night out… and a free tote bag
Last night my husband and I had a date. We went out to dinner and then went to the KAXE annual meeting. It was a good time. I especially liked that my name tag labeled me as the Northern Cheapskate. It's a label I'm still getting used to wearing, and it felt good. I've said it before... KAXE is a GREAT radio station (and not just because they give me and my husband a lot of air time!). Last night was further proof of what a great organization they are.... I'm only on the air a couple of … [Read more...]
Save money on anti-virus software
My dear frugal friend Michelle sent me some great information on how to save on anti-virus software for your computer.... unfortunately for me, I renewed my Norton about a month and half ago. But I thought it would be good to share this information with all of you.Here's what Michelle writes:"I bought a new computer three years ago and got a great deal on it (still have the computer, still love it). Like most computers, it came with a 90-day free trial of an anti-virus software product. When the … [Read more...]
Checking my credit report was encouraging
So, for the first time in two years, I decided to check my and my husband's credit reports. It's a good idea to check your report to make sure that everything is accurate and no one has stolen your identity.We got our free credit reports from the three consumer credit reporting companies, Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion through www.annualcreditreport.com. Be sure to go to this website and not the one that's advertised on television all the time (they claim to be free, but then hook you into … [Read more...]
A little green in the midst of winter
Thanks to a tip from iMommies, you can get a free houseplant at Lowes. All you have to do is sign up for the Learn2Grow program and then you'll get a printable coupon for $10 off the purchase of any houseplant at Lowes. Click here to sign up and get the coupon. The website looks like it has lot of tips for the novice gardener/houseplant owner. And registration is free.I really like having houseplants... when I can keep them alive. I lack a green thumb. I am an equal opportunity … [Read more...]
Libraries are a Cheapskate’s best friend
If you're looking to save money on entertainment, look no further than your local library. I live equal distance between two awesome libraries, and because of that, I have saved a lot of money.When you think about libraries, most people think about books. I check out all kinds of books from my library - how-to, personal finance, fiction, cooking, children's books - you name it. Any time I hear about a book that sounds interesting, I always check my library first. Most libraries in the … [Read more...]