Karen Mendes

7 Coupon Mistakes You Should Avoid At All Costs

by Karen Mendes | Using Coupons | 0 Comments

Saving money with coupons is a thrilling experience. Looking back, I remember how worked up I was in my early days of couponing. It was incredibly satisfying watching my hard work pay off as I made one saving after another. Similar to me, many early couponers believe they have everything figured out. But in many cases, their couponing goes awry and they end up wasting time, effort and worst of all, money that could’ve been saved. In order to make the best use of discount offers, you need to avoid common coupon mistakes mentioned below. Let’s begin. 7 Common Coupon Mistakes Putting Too Much Time in Deal Hunting After saving on a few items, couponers tend to go after every deal they can...

Rakuten Cash Back Rebate Website – Big $30 Sign Up Bonus!!

by Karen Mendes | Cash Back Rebates, Ebates, Rakuten, Rebates, Shopping | 1 Comment

When you shop online, do you use a cash back rebate website? I hope so but if not you are going to love this. I'm going to tell you how you can earn a $30 rebate on your first online shopping trip! Rakuten Cash Back Rebate Website Have you heard of Rakuten? It's a website that gives you cash back when you shop online. You may have seen a commercial for it, they seem to be on all the time. I've been using it a lot lately and I'm very happy with the selection of stores that they have. Pretty much everywhere I shop! They currently have a special bonus for new members. When you spend $30 on your first purchase through Rakuten, you will earn a $30 bonus on top of the cash back rebate! If...

New Balance Sale

by Karen Mendes | Deals, Shopping | 0 Comments

New Balance Sale New Balance is having a 40% off sneaker sale right now plus they are offering FREE shipping. I love it when companies ship for free because I hate paying for shipping. Sometimes when you add shipping in after a sale, you end of paying full price. So free shipping and a New Balance Sale is the perfect combination. Right now you can save 40% off New Arrivals! SHOP NOW New Balance has a variety of widths - narrow (2A), Standard (B), Wide (D), and X-Wide (2E). If you want to take advantage of this New Balance sale but you don't normally buy sneakers online, you may not know what size to get. New Balance has a shoe-fitting guide that might help you out. They have also...

Dogster Magazine Deal

by Karen Mendes | Dog Talk, Magazine Deals | 0 Comments

Dogster Magazine Deal Are you looking for a Dogster Magazine Deal? Purchase a subscription to Dogster Magazine for only $11.99 a year! The cover price for this magazine is almost $50 for the year! Just click THIS LINK and enter coupon code KOUPONK at check out to receive your discount. You will receive 6 issues a year. This magazine used to be called Dog Fancy. It's a great magazine for dog lovers and it includes articles about training and caring for your pooch. Along with things about the different breeds, fun activities for the dog and pet owners and book reviews to help you further. Here are a couple of other Dog Magazines at a discounted price: Modern Dog - $15.00 per year - 4...

Free Coffee – Free Full Size Bag of Coffee

by Karen Mendes | Free Stuff, Frugal Ideas, Shopping | 0 Comments

FREE Coffee Did I get your attention? I hope so. For all you coffee lovers out there, you can score a full-size bag of FREE Coffee. You just have to pay $1 shipping. I'll walk you through it below. Here is how to get your full-size bag of Free Coffee: You can choose from ground coffee or whole bean, decaf or regular and they have 9 different flavors to choose from. You do have to pay $1 for shipping and handling and they will ask you if you want to add a 2nd bag for under $8 but you don't have to buy it. Just say no. I paid the $1 shipping fee with PayPal so I didn't even have to give them my credit card number. You will have your free coffee in about 7 days. I received my coffee in...

Green Giant Coupon

by Karen Mendes | Printable Coupons | 0 Comments

Green Giant Coupon Are you looking for a Green Giant Coupon? Check below for the latest Green Giant coupons. Right now you can print the following Green Giant Coupon - $1.00 off Green Giant Veggie Spirals $1.00 off Green Giant® Veggie Tots, Riced Veggies, Mashed Cauliflower, Roasted Veggies, Harvest Protein Bowls, or Cauliflower Pizza Crust PRINT *This coupon may not be available anymore. NEED MORE COUPONS? Be sure to check Coupons.com, and SmartSource for more coupons!

3 Things to DIY While Paying Off Student Loans

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas | 0 Comments

3 Ideas in helping you pay off student loans Once you’re out of school, it can be challenging to pay off your debt, especially if you still have an entry-level job. But by making some things around the home yourself, you can watch your savings add up. Even if you aren’t a craftsman, there are several simple projects you can do around the house. You might be surprised at how much money you can save by switching to DIY products around your home. However, there are also other ways you can pay off your debt faster. For example, using a budget can help you track every dollar of your expenses. That way, you may be able to pay more than the minimum each month. Personal Finance Geeks shares that...

Easy Tips to Save Money If You’re a Dog Lover

by Karen Mendes | Dog Talk, Pets, Tips | 0 Comments

Dogs are exactly like any other family member and they need all the love and attention to live a long, happy, and fulfilling life. Unfortunately, owning a pet comes with many additional costs which can become overwhelming, especially if the breed requires special care and grooming. For those of you who are looking to save on pets without compromising your pawed friend’s comfortable lifestyle, here are some useful tips to take into account. Buy food in bulk Apart from regular visits to the vet, food is probably the biggest expense you are covering for your pooch. Owning a big or medium-sized breed like a Lab or a Shepherd will probably cost you quite a lot per month in food, depending on...

How to Manage Your Housing Expenses Once You Retire

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas, Tips | 0 Comments

All of your life, you've imagined retirement as a quiet and peaceful period in which you can enjoy the result of your hard-working years. Ideally, retirement is the time to read, relax, and look after your grandchildren and garden, without minding your budget. In the end, that's why you've contributed for so many years to your pension. But we don't live in an ideal world, and therefore, retirement often catches people off guard. You might not be able to afford as much as you did before and this requires careful budget analysis and planning. One of the areas where you might be able to make some savings is your house. And if you can't live alone anymore, you may want to look into senior home...

Moving Tips for Moms: How to Plan a Stress-Free Move?

by Karen Mendes | Tips | 1 Comment

Moving can be quite a delightful idea, especially for families who have been meaning to go to their dream house or a home they’ve been planning on acquiring or making. When you know your dream home is within your grasp, we can’t help but become excited! After all, there’s going to be a lot more fun times with the family! No more stressing out about buying a house, no more hassle with the documentation, and no more hassle with the other logistics involved with the move! Or is there? Thing is, if you’re moving to your new home with your family, there’s the actual move that you have to plan. As in, you have to sort and organize inventory, pack and unpack things, and actually transport them to...

2020 Guide: Taking the Work Out of Short-Term Rentals

by Karen Mendes | Tips | 0 Comments

Source-Pixabay Each year, the vacation rental industry generates over $18 million in revenue. If you are looking for a smart way to invest your money, then buying a few short term rentals may be a great idea. To help with your investment, you may need to take out a loan, which you could pay for with your rental income. Do a Google search for short term rental loans to find the best one for you. In order to make money with this type of investing, you will have to do a great deal of research before purchasing real estate. Ideally, you want to purchase short-term rentals that are located in popular vacation destinations. By investing in properties in popular and desirable areas, you should...

Practical Tips for Saving Money on Healthcare

by Karen Mendes | Tips | 0 Comments

Most people have access to health insurance, but the plans often come with high premiums and deductibles. Healthcare expenses are increasing continuously, and you have to spend more on gym subscriptions or dental procedures. The rising cost has led people to treat health care services as they would other products; they have to shop around for both quality and price. However, despite the healthcare system being complex, you can still receive quality care at affordable rates. Prescription medications prices and copays are also getting higher and higher. If they are too expensive with your healthcare plan, check QuickRx for prices and you may get them cheaper than through your insurance! Read...

Reasons to Consider a Truck as Family Car

by Karen Mendes | Tips | 0 Comments

When you are choosing a new family car, you need to make sure that you are choosing something that is affordable and that you will enjoy driving. Many families need a spacious car in order to fit everyone comfortably and so some of the more conventional cars aren’t suitable. A good way to get around this is to invest in a truck as your family car. Here, we are going to give you some of the reasons why you should invest in a truck. This will include everything from the fact that they can be spacious to the tech that usually comes inside of them. Keep reading to find out more. They Are Spacious One of the most important reasons why you should consider a truck as a family car is that they can...

Jolly Time Pop Corn Choco Cherry Heart Bouquets {valentine treat recipe}

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 0 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Jolly Time but my opinions are 100% my own! It's almost Valentine's week and with kids in the house, we have to celebrate it. Not that I mind because they get all excited over it. And I like that. Pinterest is full of fun crafts and treats for Valentine's Day and if you aren't sick of them yet, I have more for you this week! You may not be thinking of using Jolly Time Pop Corn to make Valentine Treats, but these are easy to make, fun to eat and look pretty too! Plus they aren't full of chocolate so I don't feel as bad giving them to the kids. They might even been a fun treat for in school if your school allows you to send in treats. They can even be...

Things You Should Know Before Diving Into Welded Furniture Making

by Karen Mendes | General | 0 Comments

Artistic expression knows no limit. When it comes to furniture, many people still prefer wooden furniture, even though metal furniture has become pretty much an old concept by now. Be it for efficiency, endurance, or for aesthetic, a lot of the people in the furniture market prefer metal furniture nowadays. Welded furniture, a comparatively new subculture of the metal furniture, has seen its popularity rise in the market. Welded furniture is built from materials around us, incorporated into modernistic and innovative design. Sometimes the furniture is made in a do it yourself setting. This gives you the flexibility to express your creativity. Metal items that are available to us, such...

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