Northern Cheapskate

Frugal. By Nature.

Where to Find Free Music Downloads

Where to Find Free Music Downloads

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There are plenty of places you can stream music to listen to, but what if you want to own your music?  What if you want to be able to be able to listen to music at any time without having to worry about having an internet connection? I love music, and I love having the ability to bring it with me on my MP3 player.  I especially love it when I can find free music downloads.   Free music downloads are a great way to learn about new artists and explore new music genres. So today, I thought … [Read more...]

Swagbucks Rewards Are Changing… For the Better

Swagbucks Rewards Are Changing… For the Better

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One of my favorite ways to stretch my budget is through the use of Swagbucks. Swagbucks is a website that allows you to earn free stuff by doing the things you do online every day – searching the web, shopping online, and by engaging in other activities such as playing games, taking surveys, watching videos, and completing special offers. And starting March 2, 2015, the Swagbucks Rewards Store is getting a makeover that makes it an even better value. … [Read more...]

Sorry You Bought TurboTax? Get H&R Block Free

Sorry You Bought TurboTax? Get H&R Block Free

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If you're an early bird who already bought TurboTax 2014, you may have been unpleasantly surprised to discover that many of the forms that used to be included with the software now come with additional fees. This can mean paying an additional $20  to $40 or even more to file your tax forms on top of what you paid for the software. Because of this, H&R Block is giving a free copy of the H&R Block Deluxe + State 2014tax preparation software to anyone who has already bought this … [Read more...]

Holiday Gift Idea: $5 Magazine Subscriptions

Holiday Gift Idea: $5 Magazine Subscriptions

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Sorry, this offer is no longer available. Looking for a low cost holiday gift idea? Try a magazine subscription! I love giving magazine subscriptions because you can give a thoughtful gift that will arrive again and again throughout the year without spending a lot of cash. Right now you can get a variety of really great magazine subscriptions for just $5 each.  That's a a whole subscription for less than the cost of one issue! … [Read more...]