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Why I Don’t Use Credit Card Rewards Programs

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Any loyalty program is designed to keep you coming back for more – to help you want to spend money in their store, on their merchandise. Credit card rewards programs are no different. The rewards encourage you to charge things on their card. We don’t bother with credit card rewards programs.

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6 Tricks to Save More Money in 2015

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Yet, too often we make excuses not to save money, or we feel like our budget is just too tight to save. There are tricks you can use to save more money even IF your budget is very tight. Earmark this money for an emergency fund, a new car fund, a vacation fund, whatever you would like. Take advantage of free money.

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Are Credit Cards From Grocery Stores Worth It?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you think prices at the grocery stores are bad now, they are going to become a lot worse if this trend doesn’t do a reversal in the very near future! In addition to just being an all-around cheapskate at the grocery store, I’ve already started to cut back on indulgences like gourmet goodies and organic produce (but on that note, Miss.

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Mastering the Art of Savings: Uncovering Coupons for Your Favorite Stores

Koupon Karen

Today, we delve into a game-changing strategy that puts money back in your pocket – uncovering coupons for your favorite stores. Maximize your savings by familiarizing yourself with the top coupon platforms, ensuring you’re always in the know when it comes to discounts from your favorite stores.

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Why I Don’t Use Cash Back Credit Cards

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One credit card with no annual fee, which I use only occasionally and which is paid off every single month. I have never paid the credit card company one penny for the use of the card. Many people swear by their wonderful cash back cards. Free money, who wouldn’t want it? The rewards are small.

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Best Credit Cards – December 2023

Savings Corner

This card delivers all that and more. A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO CREDIT CARDS How credit cards work The idea behind credit cards is simple: When you use a credit card, you are borrowing money to pay for something. The card issuer sets the rewards rate that applies on your card.

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The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money with Vouchers and Coupons

Koupon Karen

Coupons In contrast to voucher codes applied digitally, coupons represent physical certificates redeemable for specified savings in-store or online contingent on meeting certain conditions. Storing coupons or linked payment cards in Android/Apple Pay mobile wallets enables instant tap-to-redeem discounts, too.