Freebies, Coupons, and Coupon Code Websites

I LOVE to get stuff for free! I troll sites for free samples because I like trying out new products. I get samples that I use for my travel bag (shampoo, conditioner, tooth paste, body wash) or I use to stock a basket of supplies in my guest room.  There's alot of places on the internet that list these but here's a few of my favorites:

Wal Mart Free Samples: These change pretty often so check back frequently.
Buxr Freebies: This is a great site! They not only have lots of freebies but also have fantastic deals (under the coupons tab).
Absurdly Cool: Lists lots of freebies and good deals.

I NEVER pay full price when I buy online!  There are so many sites that list coupons and codes. Here's some of my favorites:

Deal News: I look under the "Editor's Choice" tab. They too list freebies but also coupon codes and fantastic sales. I found the code on here for my Droid that enabled me to get it for free when the Verizon site was charging $200 for it!
Pinching Your Pennies: This site offers some freebie links too but lists alot of sales and coupon codes.
Crazy About Deals: Another site that lists freebies, coupons and sales.
Mommy Saves Big: More freebies, coupons and sales.
Coupon Dork: First, love the name!  This site starts with a pull down menu that you select the store you are looking for (for example, Target) and it lists coupons and free shipping codes.
Just Rebates: A big list of current rebate offers.
All You: The magazine All You lists a wide array of coupons and free samples.
Coupon Cravings: Does what it says! Coupons!
Retail Me Not: Coupons and codes. This is definately one of my "go to" sites when I find something I want online. They usually have a code that enables discounts and/or free shipping.

Finally, Ebates!  Before I buy anything online, I check to see if they participate with Ebates. To use, set up an account with Ebates (for free: use my awanadalla@verizon.net as a referral and I get $5 credit for referring you). Then look for the online store you want to place your order. Click on the store and you will be transferred there through Ebates. Each store has a varying ebate (between 2% for Walmart, up to 26% for Magazines.com). Ebates will then send you a quarterly check for your rebates.  It my not seem like alot but it adds up. I've received $240 in rebates since I joined the site in 2008: Not going to get rich off it but it's still money!

I find Ebates the best for magazines subscriptions. Especially during the holidays, magazines go on sale. The sale, along with the rebate, allows me to get some great deals on magazines (like Cosmo for $9.00 a year subscription). Great gifts!

I know Shana has some favorite freebie and coupon sites as well. Shana, please feel free to share your links in the comments.

Happy Savings Time!

Freebies You May Actually Use

I am an avid freebie seeker, however, I have to wade through alot of junk to find a few gems. I'll make a commitment to periodically post links to those I think will be of the most use or are the best deal. Here's some of my recent finds:

• I recently got a free sample of Kellogg's All Bran Fiber Pink Lemonade Drink Mix from Walmart and I love it! Each serving has an incredible 10g of dietary fiber. (We should all have 25-30g of fiber a day and most of use don't even come close to that). Kellogg's All Bran has a host of other fiber rich products. If you haven't tried them, here's even more incentive. For purchases made through 4/30, they are offering a complete rebate on any one product (up to $4.99). Details and the rebate form are located at http://www.all-bran.com/All_Bran_Rebate_Form.pdf


• Kraft Cheese is offering a product rebate on one package of KRAFT 2% Natural Cheddar Cheese (Shreds or Chunks). It is good on any one product purchased between 3/15/09 and 9/30/09. Rebate form is located here: http://brands.kraftfoods.com/purekraft/naturalcheese/pdfs/RefundOfferForm.pdf