Possible free $15 (if you qualify) + a Few Random Deals (10/30/14)

If you bought a computer in the 2000-2002 time frame, you likely qualify for a $15 settlement.  And a few more random deals ...

EXPIRED: Make that 15-20% off at Sears (and possibly Amazon)!!

If you read my previous blog post and were interested (and/or want to buy more), here's some updated info ...

EXPIRED: Get 10-15% off anything at Sears ... maybe even Amazon, too!?!

Need anything at Sears? Tools, tires, house goods, Lands End clothes? You might be able to get the same 10-15% off at Amazon.com too.  Read how ...

(UPDATED - read if you signed up for this deal) Free Spirit Airlines miles - can use for FREE magazines (good ones) AND/or WSJ newspaper (easy & legit & no credit card required)

This is about as easy as it gets to get some good/free subscriptions, to publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Sports Illustrated, Golf Digest, the Economist, InStyle, and Golf Digest (and MANY more).  Read on for more details ...

Ever needed a second (or third, etc.) email address? Easy solution if you use Gmail.

Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you need a second personal email address?  If so, and if you are a Gmail user, read on ...

EVER bought a Red Bull? Want to make a QUICK $10?

This one is pretty simple ...

Are you always getting the BEST DEAL on everything you buy???

Let's start the re-launch of my blog with a simple premise.  If you are going to spend your hard-earned money, don't you want to do make sure you're always getting the best possible deal (i.e. - not wasting money)?

As many of you know, I've been a connoisseur of "good deals" for quite some time.  And I love sharing these good deals with my friends, which is one of the purposes of this blog.

Whether it's "deals" or other personal finance (such as travel tips), that's what I intend to share here.  So if you're interested, read on ...

Earn CASH BACK (or other rewards) or REFERRAL BONUSES on everything you buy online!!

You may or may not be aware of websites like FatWallet.com or Ebates.com (or the shopping portals of your favorite airlines), where you get cash back (or rewards) for every purchase that you make online.  If you're not, you should be.  If you're not already, you should be earning cash back or rewards (think of it as a discount) on everything you buy online.

I have to admit that this is not an area I have spent enough time thinking about or utilizing, but I intend to going forward.  What amazes me is the sheer number of these websites out there.  So what should be your strategy for earning from these websites?  Read on ...

Credit Card WARNINGS and Disclaimer

Using credit cards to buy things is a GREAT way to SAVE MONEY (in the form of cash-back or rewards - whichever you prefer), as long as ...

Have a Credit Card STRATEGY!

What do YOU get for buying something on your credit card?  Do you have a game plan?  Are you sure that you are maximizing the value (measured in dollars and/or enjoyment!) that you are getting for using credit cards?  Are you buying everything you possibly can buy on a credit card, to make sure you're maximizing the "free money" rewards they offer?  Intrigued by the questions???  If so, read on ...

My Current Favorite Credit Cards!

There are two primary reasons why I like to use credit cards and now have a decent number of them in my wallet (actually they don't all fit in my wallet anymore!).  The first is the benefit of rewards (or statement credits that are effectively cash-back) earned via spending on the cards (as detailed on THIS LINK).  The second reason is the potential to earn very lucrative sign-up bonuses when you first get the card.  I'll highlight some of my favorite cards here ...

EXPIRED: ACT FAST! Unlimited pasta & soft drinks at Olive Garden for just over $2 (yes there's a catch!!! LOL)

I like a good deal as much as the next guy (probably more), but this is pretty extreme ...

Earn 6% of Groupon ALL THE TIME -and/or- 20%+ off of any one Groupon "local" deal (like a great movie offer from Cinetopia) through tomorrow

Probably everyone knows that Groupon can be a great place to find deals, but did you know you can get an even better deal when you buy via Groupon.  Read on for more details ...

EXPIRED: Easy/Quick $5 (off $6 purchase) of anything using PayPal

PayPal is giving people a quick/easy $5 (off a purchase of $6 or more) for jumping through a few quick hoops.  Read more details ...

EXPIRED: UPDATED INFO ... Potentially FREE ($4 worth) of Starbucks drinks (in retail, not coffee shops)!

Buy 2 Starbucks drinks at retail (grocery store, etc.) with a "$4 off" coupon, and potentially get your coffee fix for free ...

EXPIRED: Potentially FREE ($4 worth) of Starbucks drinks (in retail, not coffee shops)!

OLD INFO:  Buy 2 Starbucks drinks at retail (grocery store, etc.) with a "$4 off" coupon, and potentially get your coffee fix for free ...

EXPIRED: Eat FREE at IKEA for the next 2 weeks! :)

Here's the details ...

EXPIRED: Random deals (7/28)

Here's a few for you ...

EXPIRED: Random Deals (7/21)

Here's a few quick deals ...

EXPIRED: Free movie screening (Guardians of the Galaxy) on Monday, July 7th

Here's the LINK to sign up.  Good for two people.  As you will see, it is available at a limited number of locations (two in Portland area - Bridgeport and east Vancouver).

Ever run out of phone or tablet battery when traveling? (info & DEAL)

If you don't already have a portable/external battery charger, you should consider getting one.  Read on for more info and a current/decent deal ...

EXPIRED: $7 Movie via Fandango.com (worth up to $14)

Looks like this deal COULD be around for a couple weeks, but it says "limited quantity" and could expire soon.  Read more info ...

EXPIRED: A few random DEALS (6/24) with various expiration dates

Here's a quick little random sampling of deals ... not necessarily sure how long each will be available ... details below the break ...

EXPIRED: A few random DEALS (6/23) with various expiration dates (UPDATED)

Here's a quick little random sampling of deals ... not necessarily sure how long each will be available ... details below the break ...

Free (for some) 2-day Shipping from MANY Websites with ShopRunner (kind of like Amazon Prime)

You might be familiar with Amazon Prime, Amazon.com's service that gives you "free" 2-day shipping (as well as access to some online videos and music) for an annual price of $99.99 (recently raised from $79.99).  ShopRunner.com works in much the same way (excluding the videos & music), but gives you free 2-day shipping at 85 (or so) different online retailers.  If you're interested in potentially getting this service for free or learning more about it, read on ...