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Sell Gift Cards for Cash & Buy Discount Gift Cards

by Beth Montgomery on March 25, 2013 · 0 comments

in Amazon Deals, CVS, Online Shopping, Retail Deals, Store Deals, Target, Walmart

This sponsored post was written by me on behalf of Raise.com. Regardless of compensation, all opinions are 100% my own.

I love gift cards, since they are like cash, but I have received a gift card that I’d just never use. Unfortunately, gift cards aren’t one of those gifts you can exchange or even return, so you’re stuck with it. However, Raise.com now offers you a place to sell unwanted gift cards for cash.

Plus, you can use Raise.com to save on your holiday shopping by buying discount gift cards in their marketplace. You can gift them as gifts, use them to finish your holiday shopping, or even keep them yourself.

It’s easy and it’s FREE to sign up and get started!

For a limited time, use the coupon code RAISE75 to save $5 on your purchase of $75 or more. Offer expires March 31, 2013.

Sell Gift Cards for Cash

Have gift cards you got for holidays, but will never actually use? Or old gift cards that still have a value? You can sell gift cards online for cash!

Set Gift Card Price

The best part is – it’s super easy and you’re in control of the price, discount, and delivery. Raise.com even pays the shipping for you or delivers the gift card electronically. Gift cards must be over $20 in value to be eligible.

Benefits of selling gift cards for cash on Raise.com

You set the price and discount of your gift card.
Adjust the price of your gift card at any time to help it sell faster.
Print pre-paid shipping labels from home to mail gift cards free of charge.
The faster you ship the gift card, the faster you get paid.
Get paid by check or PayPal once shipping is confirmed.
Raise.com takes a 15% flat commission fee from sellers.

Get Discount Gift Cards Online

Making money is great, but you can also buy discount gift cards on Raise.com for your friends, family, or even for yourself to save money.

Great Ways to Use Discount Gift Cards

Dinner & movie gift cards for a frugal date night
Hotel & travel gift cards to save on a vacation
Help with your holiday shopping budget
Save even more on your deal shopping at grocery stores and pharmacies
Splurge on yourself
Give as a gift

Discount Gift Cards

Current Discount Gift Cards

Benihana Gift Card – Up to 10% off
GAP Gift Card – Up to 10% off
Land’s End Gift Card – Up to 10% off
Justice Gift Card – Up to 16% off
Regal Cinema Gift Card – Up to 12% off
Target Gift Cards – Up to 7.5 % off
Walmart Gift Cards – Up to 3% off
And many more!

Benihana Discount Gift Card

Benefits of buying discount cards on Raise.com

All gift card balances are verified before placed on sale.
Compare discounts and gift cards easily on one page.
It’s FREE to sign up and get started.

Sponsored by Raise.com. While I did not receive compensation, I did receive a gift card for my time sharing this service with you. Some of the links within this post are sponsored links. Please read our disclosure policy for details..

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Achieving Smooth Sleek Summer Styles with Nexxus Styling Products

by Beth Montgomery on August 27, 2012 · 0 comments

in Frugal Living

This sponsored post was written by me on behalf of Lunchbox. Regardless of compensation, all opinions are 100% my own.

When it comes to hair, we have all types in our home. With two little girls who love to try out new styles, this can be a bit of a challenge for me, since I cut and style the girls hair myself instead of paying salon prices.

My oldest, Ady, has very thin blonde hair that has a bit of wave if she really works with it, but tends to hang limp if she doesn’t.

My youngest daughter, Izy, has much thicker hair with a bit of wave to it, but at the young age of 5, she still has wispy baby hairs that are so soft and often refuse to cooperate.

(Photo Credit: Photos by Mare)

On the other hand, I have hair that is so thick every time I visit a hair salon it’s almost guaranteed that the stylist will tell me at least 10 times that my hair is the thickest she’s ever seen and often charges me more. To add to that mess, my hair is naturally don’t-sit-behind-me-in-the-movie-theater-especially-on-a-humid-day curly. Basically, on a good day, my hair is somewhat controlled chaos.

It took me a long time to embrace and love my hair, but as I aged, I learned that styling products are important. Depending on what you’re trying to get your hair to do, the right styling products can make all the difference.

Nexxus brought us the challenge of trying out some of their products while attempting a few of their summer hair styles. The hairstyles were all sleek and straight, which long ago would have had me running scared. Straightening my hair use to take hours and usually didn’t last long. But, I found some secret weapons.

First, I struggle with split ends, so I was thrilled to see Nexxus Pro Mend products designed to tackle split ends in my goodie box! They did make it a lot easier to get a smooth look. In fact, I’ve already added these to my list of favorite hair styling products.

With the help of my very old Conair Styler Dryer and the right straightening products, I’ve mastered Nexxus Smooth Sleek Hair style after just blow drying, complete with flipped up ends, so there’s no need to spend extra time with a straightener or curling iron. You definitely need a good frizz defying product, like Nexxus Frizz Defy Line to pull it off and keep the look though. Acheiving Smooth Sleek Summer Styles with Nexxus

My daughter’s didn’t go simple though. Ady wanted to try out the Nexxus Elegant Side Chignon and though her hair was a lot shorter than the models, it still turned out cute.

Izy was longing for the Nexxus Weekend Chic side ponytail. This one didn’t turn out as well for us, but that’s because my tiny test-subject was extremely wiggly.

We even went on to try our own Nexxus summer hair style with three tiny buns in Ady’s hair.

You can check out all the Nexxus Summer Hair styles and get FREE step-by-step styling instructions on Walmart’s website. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find any Nexxus coupons, but you can find Nexxus products at Walmart at their always low price!

Sponsored by Lunchbox and conducted by In Good Cents. For more information, please read our terms & conditions and disclosure policy.

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Summer Foods: Garlic Butter Vegetable Baste & Ragin Cajun Rub Recipes

by Beth Montgomery on July 27, 2012 · 0 comments

in Condiments, Sauce, & Dip Recipes, Frugal Cooking, Recipes

The grill tends to bring our family closer together during the summer and makes cooking so much more fun.

Cooking in our wide-open backyard while the kids play squealing and our dogs run around it such a different experience than cooking in our small kitchen during the cold winters. The smells and sounds are invigorating, plus I can cook while practicing cartwheels with my 7-year-old, watching my 5-year-old’s swing performance, and playing baseball with my 3-year-old.

Tonight, before we all piled on one couch with popsicles in hand (the best summer treat) to watch the Summer Olympics Opening Ceremonies, we headed outside to create a traditional summer family dinner with pork ribs, corn on the cob, zucchini, and baked beans – all on the grill.

I broke out my new Barbecue! Bible, which I love, because it breaks down all the different types of flavorings for meat and how to use them in detail. Since I can’t do anything by-the-book, I slightly altered a recipe for a rub. Plus, I found a simple sauce to flavor the vegetables that I wasn’t even looking for, but couldn’t pass up.

Our meal took an unexpected turn when we realized I may have added too much Cayenne Pepper to the rub. Suddenly it became a challenge to see who could go the longest without the relief of a drink of milk after taking a bite of their pork rib. Embarrassingly enough, my 3-year-old son got the Gold Medal in this event.

What brings your family closer together for meal times? And how did your family get ready to cheer on this year’s U.S. Olympic Team?

Ragin’ Cajun Rub Recipe

Ingredients

1/2 Cup Sea Salt
1/4 Cup Paprika
3 TBSP Fresh Ground Pepper
1 TBSP Cayenne Pepper
1 TBSP Dried Thyme
1 TBSP Diced Onions
1 TBSP Garlic Powder
1 TBSP Honey Barbecue Sauce

Directions

Mix all ingredients together until blended well. Place your meat in a freezer bag. Pour in the Ragin’ Cajun Rub. Shake until the meat is covered and refrigerate at least 8-24 hours before cooking your meat on the grill or bake in the oven.

This rub works well with chicken, pork, or turkey.

Garlic Butter Vegetable Baste Recipe

Ingredients

8 TBSP Butter
3 Cloves Minced Garlic
1/2 TBSP Fresh Ground Pepper

Directions

Melt butter, then mix in other ingredients until well blended. Add to vegetables before cooking or while cooking as a baste.

In Good Cents is a Table Talk Contributor, sponsored by the Indiana Family of Farmers. While I was not compensated for this post, I was provided with tools to enjoy some delicious summer food for inspiration. For more information, please read our terms & conditions and disclosure policy.

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$4.50 in Breakfast Coupons + Quick, Affordable Breakfast Ideas

by Beth Montgomery on July 16, 2012 · 0 comments

This sponsored post was written by me on behalf of Lunchbox Regardless of compensation, all opinions are 100% my own.

With three kids all running in different directions in the morning, I often feel like I’m just throwing together the same old breakfast every day. While every so often we get creative, I struggle with good, healthy ideas that are also quick enough to get us out of the door on time.

Walmart must understand what it’s like to be a mom, because they’ve partnered with Erin Chase of 5 Dollar Dinners to come up with some delicious, affordable, and quick breakfast ideas including some our favorite, affordable products like Smuckers, Hungry Jack, and Martha White.

Plus, Erin shares some of her tips for cooking with kids, always having quick breakfast ideas on hand, and enjoying breakfast as a family.

Watch the following videos featuring Erin to print up to $4.50 in coupon savings:

Family Friendly Recipes
Under 10 Minutes
Family Breakfast

After you watch each video you’ll be rewarded with a FREE printable recipe card, plus you’ll be able to print the following coupons:

$1 off Martha White Product(s)
$2 off Hungry Jack Product(s)
$0.50 off Smucker’s Jam, Jelly, or Preserves
$1 off Folgers Coffee

Watch all the videos to get all the coupons. Each coupon is only available while supplies last and some may run out quicker than others, so if you find one that has reached it’s print limit, that doesn’t mean they all have. See the coupons for additional restrictions.

Sponsored by Lunchbox and conducted by In Good Cents. For more information, please read our terms & conditions and disclosure policy.

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Indy Event | Indiana Dairy Association Ice Cream Social Family Event

by Beth Montgomery on July 10, 2012 · 0 comments

in Contests, Entertainment & Fun, Indiana

This sponsored post was written by me on behalf of the Indiana Dairy Association. Regardless of compensation, all opinions are 100% my own.

Looking for a family-friendly way to cool off this Friday? On July 13th the Indiana Dairy Association will be hosting their 23rd Annual Ice Cream Social on the Circle on Monument Circle in front of IPL, Hilbert Circle Theatre, and Circle Tower.

Indiana Dairy Association 23rd Annual Ice Cream Social
Friday, July 13, 2012 from 11 AM – 2 PM

Many activities are FREE!

Games and prizes
Face painting
Magician
Cows and calves
Live weather forecast from the event by WTHR-TV/13

Meet local celebrity dippers from WRTV/6, Indiana Ice hockey, Indiana Pacers, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Fox 59, Indiana State Police, WZPL, and more!

Plus, of course, there will be ice cream! Gigantic sundaes made with Edy’s Slow Churned Light Ice Cream will be served for $3 each.

Proceeds will benefit the Diabetes Youth Fountain of Indiana.

Sponsored by Indiana Dairy Association and conducted by In Good Cents. For more information, please read our terms & conditions and disclosure policy.

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Huggies Little Swimmers | Saving This Summer at Sam’s

by Beth Montgomery on May 3, 2012 · 0 comments

This sponsored post was written by me on behalf of Lunchbox. Regardless of compensation, all opinions are 100% my own.

With my first child, I had a the brilliant frugal plan to invest in one or two pair of reusable swim diapers and save a bundle. I found a cute one with ruffles on the bottom. It was perfect… that was until I hit the pool and I saw the signs.

Izy, Huggies swim diaper peeking out from her bathing suit, at the sprayground.

If you’re a parent, you know the signs I mean – disposable swim diaper required. Some also require additional plastic pants over top. But basically, if you plan on taking your young child to a public pool, sprayground, or beach, you’re going to have to invest in disposable swim diapers.

Why? Well, I’m by no means an expert, but the explanation my local pool gave me made completely sense. The quality of reusable diapers varies greatly, from handmade to brand-name. Without research, the pool has no way of knowing if your diaper meets CDC regulations created to stop the spread of germs, mainly in fecal matter, in the pool.

Saving on swim diapers can be a challenge – guessing which size to buy at end-of-the-year clearance for next year, hunting down rare coupons, and finding sales. Honestly, when I need them most, I can rarely find a great deal and we always run through them quicker than I planned with our frequent trips to the sprayground right down the road.

Izy, when we took an unexpected swim in Grandma's pool (and didn't have our swim suits with us).

This year, Sam’s Club Members can pick up Huggies Little Swimmers Disposable Swimpants at Sam’s Club and save an average of $6.06 when compared to non-promoted retail prices over a 13-week period.

How cute is that little keg (not quite a 6-pack) of a belly?

And, if this is your first summer with a baby, I have something important to tell you – swim diapers are only meant to hold in the solid! Put it on when you arrive at the pool. Otherwise, you’ll end up finding out your carseat or stroller has been soaked thoroughly. I don’t want you to learn the hard way, like I did. It’s not a pleasant surprise.

Sponsored by Lunchbox and conducted by In Good Cents. For more information, please read our terms & conditions and disclosure policy.

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