20/20 Studies

Moms are needed for an online study about snack foods. If selected you will participate via a 30-minute, virtual, one-on-one interview between November 29 and December 1. This study pays $50. https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/410500/snacks

Charlotte, NC office is hosting a focus group for men and women ages 25 to 64 who have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. This 2-hour group will meet this week and pays $75 to participants. For more details and to see if you qualify, please call 704-494-7900 ext 258 or 267.

We're doing an online study on behalf of the University of the Arts and are looking for teachers, counselors, and advisers of high school students to participate. This study will take place November 18 and 19 and pays $75. If you're not a teacher or adviser, please share this with any you know! https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/408269/10-0695teachers

Survey Savvy

I just wanted to remind everyone of a Survey company that has great reviews. I get emails like the one below all the time.
"SurveySavvy.com invites you to share your opinions in a new study.If you qualify and complete this survey, your SurveySavvy.com account will be credited $4 within four to six weeks. As always, we will keep your responses in the strictest confidence, and they will be used for research purposes only.
Estimated length of survey: 20 minutes Incentive: $4"

The surveys usually take less than what they say and it does not take long before you earn your first check.
To sign up, click on the following link: https://www.surveysavvy.com/ss/ss_index.php?id=4163308&action=join&lid=en-us

Free Thanksgiving Card

New Free Thanksgiving eCards just added! Hundreds of other eCards to choose from, too!

Go here to get your FREE card. Some of them are really cute.

80% off for Restaurant.com

Go to Restaurant.com and use the code GOBBLE to get 80% off. I love these gift certificates. If you are traveling you can also get these for the cities you are going to. Cheap Food :)

MegaSwagBucks

Today is Mega Swag Bucks Friday!


Every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day,which means better odds of winning BIG Swag Bucks denominations - up to 10,000 in one search! It's a great day to promote Swag bucks! It's completely Free and Swag bucks can be traded in for rewards such as gift cards, electronics, apparel, household goods and much more! I am up to $100 gift card from Amazon.....I will order some Free diapers!!!

What is Swagbucks?  All you need to do is:  Search. Shop. Win.


WIN FREE PRIZES just by searching the web. SWAG BUCKS are digital dollars that you earn just for doing the things you're already doing. Register now to get started. It's totally Free.

Go HERE to sign up. I promise it is an easy way to make money. :)

Received $500 Check

Today I received my $500 check in the mail from Consumer Gain.I was so excited!!! I love checking my mail. I did the $500 Walmart, however they sent me a check.  I had to do 8 offers and they answered all my questions fairly quickly if I had them. Remember to always read the terms and conditions and to also check their FAQ's once you have signed up. DIY Freebies is  great source to go to for more on this company. You can only do 2 per lifetime, so choose carefully.
Member Source Media (ConsumerGain)–


http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2733&#cid=2733#sid=81#vid=1265  – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2734&#cid=2734#sid=81#vid=1294  – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2735&#cid=2735#sid=81#vid=1294  – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2736&#cid=2736#sid=81#vid=1294  – offers unknown/value of iPhone 4

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2738&#cid=2738#sid=81#vid=1294  – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2737#cid=2737#sid=81#vid=1285  – offers unknown/$500.00 check


http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2739&#cid=2739#sid=81#vid=1294 – offers unknown/$500.00 check



Thanks  http://www.diyfreebies.com/

20/20 Studies

20/20 Research People ages 25 to 54 needed for an online study about snacking November 2 to 23. Pays $150. https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/394543/10-0660-Snacking



20/20 Research Women ages 25 to 65 needed for online study about household products. Study takes place November 5 to 12 and pays $150. https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/393190/10-0647

20/20 Research Here's a study in Charlotte, NC: Male and female smokers ages 21 to 24 needed for in-person focus groups next week. Pays $75. Call 704-494-7900 ext 254 or ext 256 if you are interested.

Focus Forward

Participate in a new online community!Time: 15 min Survey
Incentive: Cash and gifts for 15 minute screening and JOINING the community.
Among those successfully COMPLETING the following 15 minute survey (avg), a limited number of individuals will be selected to participate in an on-going community which will provide you an opportunity to reward you with cash and gifts for your participation.
To access the survey please click on the link below. If the link is not active please cut and paste the link in your web browser. If you are unable to access the survey please send us an email to help@focusfwdonline.com. Go here to take the survey with Focus Forward.

Money Roll Outs!!

MindsPay compensates its members to test out products, services and give feedback on those tested. Go here to check out more.

SwagBucks-WIN FREE PRIZES just by searching the web. SWAG BUCKS are digital dollars that you earn just for doing the things you're already doing. Register now to get started. It's totally Free. Go here. I love love love swagbucks. I have almost made $100 in Amazon gift cards just by searching the web with them.

Groupon- Sign up and receive daily email with coupons for your local area with savings up to 90%.Go here

DailyWorth-a free daily email about money management for women.  Go here

$1000 saved in a week!!!

Okay, so you are probably thinking,"Yeah Right!" With my husband and I working hard to see if we could cut out some "fat" in our budget(we just did our financial goals for next year) we will able to save $1000!!! Of course, I know everyone does not want, nor care to do this. We don't watch a lot of productive tv, so we figured cutting cable would help us spend more time together, READ more and of course love on our new baby. The savings would be throughout the course of the year. How did we do it?

1) Used to Pay $52.50 a month with Comcast for internet and basic Cable. Now pay $14.95 for AT&T's internet and nothing for basic cable. Savings-Around $37 dollars a month ($444 a year). The funny thing was I ordered AT&T and then realized we did not have phone jacks in any of our extra bedrooms. When I called to cancelled, they offered to come out and put one in my office for FREE instead of me paying $90!!!!For basic cable we just got an outside antenna. We now get 21 channels for FREE!!!


2) Called Around for New Homeowners Insurance....We cancelled our current policy and called around to get a better quote and we did ...That alone saved us around $200 (This one surprised me the most, because last year I had saved $150 by calling around)


3) I Have not officially done this but I am planning on it. Another way we are trying to save is on our phone bill. WE are looking at a pre-paid service such as MetroPCS or At&T pre-paid. This alone, I have calculated that I could save around $30 a month ($360 a year)

The reasons I write this post it to just let everyone know you can save money, just by calling around. Do I think everyone will go down to having an antenna for their tv??? NO WAY....however it is just another way..if you are willing to save more money. This works for us, it may not work for you at all, but even what you currently have may be able to be reduced. Asking never hurt and most companies want to keep your business.

Studies!! Sign up Today

I love some research studies. I apply for everything I can. Next week, I will be doing two research studies for a total of $100. Check out the 20/20 studies below. This is a great company!!!

20/20 Research Women ages 24-66 needed for an online study about bath tissue October 22 to 29. Study pays $150. https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/383924/10-0626

20/20 Research is looking for minorities in the following cities for an online study about Automotive Decisions October 26-28. Study pays $100. Cities are: New York, Philadelphia, Dallas, Memphis, Birmingham, Chicago, Washington DC, Miami, Norfolk, Jackson (MS), Atlanta, Houston, Baltimore, Charlotte, and Nashville. https://s-6x30d-384115.sgizmo.com/
20/20 Research What's a cheesy cake? If you know, you may interested in our online study about Bowling October 20 to 22. Participants will get $75. https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/384865/10-0630
 
20/20 Research is looking for nurses and doctors in Charlotte, NC for a study this week. Study pay starts at $200. Know a nurse or doctor in Charlotte? You could earn $25 to $50 for referring us to one. Click here for details. http://www.2020panel.com/cltmedical/
 
20/20 Research is looking for people to participate in an online study about skincare October 19 to 21. This study pays $100. https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/382786/10-0623-Suncare

John Freida Sample

Sign up today and you'll receive a Root Awakening sample in the mail. Get exclusive haircare offers from Frizz-Ease, Sheer Blonde, Brilliant Brunette, Root Awakening and Luxurious Volume.


Go here

Mega SwagBucks

Today is Mega Swag Bucks Friday!


Every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day (MSBD), which means better odds of winning BIG Swag Bucks denominations - up to 10,000 in one search!  It's completely Free and Swag bucks can be traded in for rewards such as gift cards, electronics, apparel, household goods and much more! SWAG BUCKS are digital dollars that you earn just for doing the things you're already doing. Register now to get started. It's totally Free.


Go here to sign up. I have already earned 6000 swagbucks. I am going to be buying diapers on Amazon!!!!!

Online Offers...Possibly???

 I was so excited to see a website that helps with online offers and new companies. I am in the process of doing a Consumer Gain $500 Walmart card. My friend at  Bargain Fun told me about this company.  She also has posted on her website to go to DIYFREEBIES. Please be prepared to READ/READ/READ. Each online company has different rules. I am trying the Consumer Gain one because it seems like the least stressful one.   Seeing that I am pregnant that might be the best way to go. As soon as I complete it, I will let you know my experience. On the  DIY website they also have a Nuitech one for a $1000 card (click on the FREE gas link on the right). I am very tempted to go for that one as well. Just remember the rules now state for Nuitech that you have to be a member for at least 30 days.

Consumer Gain Links(please check directions at DIY FREEBIES FIRST)
To check gift status for this company plase click here

Member Source Media (ConsumerGain)–


http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2733&#cid=2733#sid=81#vid=1265 – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2734&#cid=2734#sid=81#vid=1294 – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2735&#cid=2735#sid=81#vid=1294  – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2736&#cid=2736#sid=81#vid=1294  – offers unknown/value of iPhone 4

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2738&#cid=2738#sid=81#vid=1294 – offers unknown/$500.00 check

http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2737#cid=2737#sid=81#vid=1285 – offers unknown/$500.00 check


http://ilikethatoffer.com/G/landing?campaignId=2739&#cid=2739#sid=81#vid=1294  – offers unknown/$500.00 check


Thanks Bargain Fun and http://www.diyfreebies.com/

Favorite Websites

I am gearing this website to more money making strategies like surveys, market research and online offers. I know a lot of you are into online offers. I am trying to find one worth doing. The nuitech terms changed to 30 days, so I am waiting on a $1000 gift card to try. As soon as I find one, I will update you all. On a side note, I wanted to tell you about some awesome websites that I go to all the time.

Southern Savers
Hip2Save
Moms By Heart
My Frugal Adventures
Live Fabuless
Meal Planning Mommies

Reading is FREE

Our tv went out, and I started to pick up some books. I have since been reminded about a wonderful FREE pastime....READING. If you are married, in a relationship, or even single I highly recommend the book,  For Women Only. I read it in two days and it opened my eyes to how men were created. I HIGHLY recommend it!!! Did you know statistics show millionaires read on average one book a month? So let's all enjoy this great Freebie more.  Other books I recommend:
The Bible :)
Financial Peace:Dave Ramsey
Millionaire Next Door
Case for Faith
Raving Fans
Your Money Counts
.....Many more

This week in Review

This week has been crazy. I have been working a lot and trying to clean out my middle bedroom to get ready for the baby room(well to even start on it). One the side, I have been doing some cool  projects. One is below where I created 5 vases that are similar to the ones below. I read about how to do these at http://myblessedlife.net/2010/09/hurricane-vases-frugal-diy-tutorial.html and now I am obsessed with her do it yourself projects.She is amazing. I am going to head to Hobby Lobby to get items to fill them for Fall.

Another interesting thing I found this week was the story about America's Cheapest Family. I love watching about how others save money. It keeps me motivated. We all know we need motivation sometimes.Below is one of the video's from the Today Show.

Kings lane $15 Credit!!

I just ordered a new set of cooking utensils for under $3 shipped!! If you sign up for Kings lane you get a $15 credit. Go here to sign up.


 Classic 6-piece Kitchen Utensil Set
SubTotal: $10.00
Sales Tax: $0.00
Shipping: $7.95
Handling: $0.00
Credit: -$15.00
Order Total: $2.95

PineCone Research Center

PineCone Research is looking for WOMEN panelists! Register to join the PineCone Panel for an opportunity to evaluate new product ideas in the comfort of your own home and earn cash rewards. They will send you items and then you provide your feedback. You get to keep most items and you get paid for your feedback. How great is that.  Go here to see if you can apply.

Nike.com

Be first to see new styles and receive special offers by signing up to NikeStore emails. Click Here If you sign up, they should send you emails of the latest trends and products.

E-Mealz

Do you have a hard time saving money at the Grocery Store? Do you wish there was a easier way? You should check out E-Mealz. E-mealz includes a shopping list around the sales and it also includes recipes for each shopping list. It is only $5 a month!!


E-mealz meal plans...

...are written and created by REAL moms with REAL families

...are balanced and family friendly

...are as easy as possible, but delicious and kid tested!

...consist of favorite recipes collected from hundreds of moms

..come with an organized, aisle by aisle grocery list

...are for 4 to 6 people

...are based on the current week sales at your grocery

...are priced at approximately $75 per week

...Two person plans average $35 total per week



Why e-mealz?...

E-Mealz has been created to provide a kid-friendly and family-uniting meal planning resource for busy Moms and frugal family cooks. Each meal plan is based on the current sales at the grocery stores, with plan options categorized according to store and/or weight management strategy. The recipes are delicious, simple and easy to follow. Each plan is new every week and has a corresponding aisle-by-aisle grocery list. Almost every week includes a crock-pot recipe and easy dinner ideas. There are meal plans for two people, for a low fat diet, a low carb diet, and for those who are following a point system, as well!

Go the banner to sign up!

20/20 Market Research

20/20 Research Men and women ages 20 to 74 are needed for an online study about home organization. This study will take place September 22 to 24 and will pay $75. http://www.surveygizmo.com/s/367380/10-0571

 A great study for small business owners/partners/executives. This online study will take place September 28 to 30. Participants will receive $150. If you work for a small business, let your boss/owner know about this one! http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/367272/10-0564-Small-Business


Go here to join for future research studies. :)

Restaurant.com

Save 80% a Restaurant.com by using the Promo code SHARE. I love this company. They have deals for restaurants for most cities. The code is good until WED.

Groupon Deal of The Day

I must say if you live in Jacksonville the deal of the day for groupon is for $25 you can get a $100 gift certificate. I thought this would be great for Christmas and getting gifts. You could get a $100 lamp for $25. If you are interested in joining groupon click here. They will send you a deal of the day every day. It is legit. I have already bought from them and it worked out great!

Chili's Email Club-FREE Chips and Queso

Join Chili's Email Club to get the latest happenings, exclusive offers, and a FREE order of Skillet Queso & Chips. I love their Chips and Queso and I have been craving them ever since I got pregnant. Go here to sign up.

Paid Studies

Here are some studies below you can take a qualifying survey from. If you get picked they usually call you for a phone interview where you can make anywhere between $75-$125 dollars an hour. :)


Females 18-44 years old who are in a committed relationship. This will be taking place via telephone with your significant other starting Wed. 9/15 HERE




Females 25-64 who are the primary grocery shopper in the household. This will be taking place Mon. 9/13-Thurs. 9/16 via telephone HERE

To sign up for more survey companies click below:
20/20 here
Focus Forward here

* I am a member of all these studies and love them. They will email you studies as soon as they come in. The surveys only take about 2-3 minutes and then they will contact you if you qualify. They all pay really well.

Colgate $8 dollars in Coupons

Get over $8 in coupons, special offers, product previews and feedback opportunities from Colgate. Click Here

Baby to Be

If you are having a baby like me, it is a good idea to sign up for baby sites. They usually send you a ton of free stuff. My mailbox is already full. :) Go here to sign up for baby 2 be. :)

PineCone Panelists

I must say I signed up for this company a long time ago. I love them. Right now PineCone Research is looking for WOMEN panelists! Register to join the PineCone Panel for an opportunity to evaluate new product ideas in the comfort of your own home and earn cash rewards for your opinions.You will get a ton of free stuff and get paid to let them know what you think of their products. Go here to sign up.

John Freida

Sign up today and you'll receive a Root Awakening sample in the mail. Get exclusive haircare offers from Frizz-Ease®, Sheer Blonde®, Brilliant Brunette®, Root Awakening and Luxurious Volume. Go here to sign up. Most of these offers come with high value coupons.

I am back!!

Hey guys, I just wanted to let my reader's know I am back. Why have I been gone for so long? Plain and simple...morning sickness.....well, actually all day and nigt sickness. You guessed it...I am PREGNANT! My husband and I are so excited to be welcoming a little boy on January 28. I am feeling so much better, and to be honest I have missed blogging. Since I have not been feeling well, my deal savings have gone down. I am trying to get back into couponing, surveys, etc. I will say, I signed up for Groupon and love it. They send me an email every day with a deal of the day about adeal around my town. I just bought a maid service for $42 instead of $90. I was so excited about that. Since being sick the house needed a good clean. I would highly recommend signing up for this company. Go here to sign up. They have deals for cities all around America.

Weekly Cinema

Weekly Cinema

Sign up for Weekly Cinema and get one FREE movie ticket, and 2 movie tickets every month for only $12.99. Over 60% in Savings! Go here. I know it says weekly cinema, but it is really for monthly movie tickets. This is a great way to save money, if you go to the movies a lot. You can also earn tickets for referring friends.

Here is what their website says:
The codes will cover up to $14 on Fandango.com and are valid for 90 days after clicking redeem. You can share the codes with a friend - they are not under a specific person's name, anyone can use them. You can also redeem more than one at a time if you wish. Monthly tickets will NOT accumulate if you do not click redeem on our site. Unredeemed codes will disappear if you do not click on them during the month they are received. Again, please note that tickets are valid for 90 days after you redeem them. You can cancel anytime, without a cancellation fee.

Online Study

Schlesinger Associates is currently looking for Females to participate in an online, webcam-based research discussion on the topic of Women's Undergarments. For this study we'll ship you a Creative Vado PocketCam (yours to keep) that you'll use to record and upload responses to simple questions and activities all to a secured website. The research will take place between June 11th and  23rd, and should take no more than a couple hours of your time in total. As compensation for your time and opinions, you'd receive free products, $35.00 and the PocketCam!


If you are interested and available, please follow the link (or copy and paste the URL into your browser) to complete a brief survey that will help  determine if this study is relevant for you.


http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/?p=U2FEVTNEZNUT

Focus ForwardSurveys

Here are a list of Focus Forward Market Research Oppurtunities:

MOMS in Boston, Atlanta, Houston & LA. $200 to blog for 2 weeks - http://bit.ly/bg6


FocusFwd TEENS in Boston, Atlanta, Houston & LA. $50 plus flip camera to blog for 2 weeks - http://bit.ly/deo4Dn 

FocusFwd MINNEAPOLIS - $175 for a 2 hour IN-HOME interview for men and women. June 8th – June 10th http://bit.ly/akvGLY

FocusFwd Nationwide – $75 for a 3 day online board for men and women. June 8th – June 10th http://bit.ly/aSI35D  

Levi's Newsletter

Join the Levi’s email list to receive exclusive offers and Free Shipping on your first order! Click Here

Inbox Dollar...Money and Freebies

If you are a member of Inbox dollars you can regiter for VIEWPOINTS thru their sites. You can earn up to $10 writing reviews for them and you also get a $5 sign on bonus. InboxDollars pays members to read e-mail, take surveys, play games, shop online, and more! Click Here

Also you can get a FREE Dishmate sample threw Viewpoints...Money and Freebies!!!!

Thanks Moneysavingmethods

Mint.com

 
 
Mint is fresh, free, and intelligent online money management software that has identified more than $300 million in potential savings for its users! I use it and love it!!! It helps me with my budget. Go HERE to sign up for this FREE product.

HCD Surveys

Help shape the decisions made by various industries that affect you, including entertainment, health care, political, food and beverage, and financial. Sharing your valuable opinion makes a difference!

By joining HCD consumer panel, you will be invited to participate in surveys regarding your interests and concerns. Registration is secure and easy, and it pays! Participate in surveys to earn cash incentives!
If you watch America Idol they have a survey each week on it. Go HERE to join.

Looking for Money Around the House

If you are looking for money around the house there are some things you can do besides look for change in your couch.
1) Sell your books- Go to http://www.cash4books.net/ to sell them
2) Sell your old electronics you don't use-Go to http://www.gazelle.com/ or http://www.buymytronics.com/ for an instant quote
3) Cell old cell phones- Go to http://www.cellforcash.com/
4) Old jewlrey- http://www.exboyfriendjewelry.com/

Schlesinger Associates TV SHOW STUDY

Schlesinger Associates TV SHOW STUDY

Would you like to get paid for watching a tv show?  Schlesinger Associates is currently looking for females ages 21-39 to participate in a focus group. Do you watch shows like Tori and Dean, Bad Girls, Celebrity Fit, Biggest Loser, Reality Shows etc? The study is 3 hours which includes watching a 1 hour show $90 - 125. Go here to register with this company and look out for the email. :)