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Top 5 Black Friday Shopping Strategies

November 21, 2017 By Sarah Roe Leave a Comment

Before you head out the door or fire up the computer to start shopping, be sure to check out the following strategies. These are my favorite as I have been an avid Black Friday shopper for the past 10 years!

Top 5 Black Friday Shopping Strategies:

1. Discounted Gift Cards: I’ve said this before but you don’t know until you try it. Visit GiftCardGranny.com right now and buy gift cards to use on Black Friday, Cyber Monday or any of the days in between. You can purchase conventional gift cards and online cards at a fraction of the cost and you can still add on your deals and coupons at checkout too!

2. Shop NOW: Many (if not all) of the Black Friday deals are live online right now. Many of these deals online are better than the Cyber Monday deals so, get to shopping! Quite honestly, there’s no reason to leave the house.

3. Stalk Amazon: Right now, there are amazing deals happening and they will continue to happen through Christmas. Be a stalker on Amazon.com, prices change all the time! My big tip, load what you want into your shopping cart and check back often to see if the price has dropped. Check out as soon as you see a drop because they don’t last long!

4. Search for Coupons: If you’re shopping in store, ask if there are any available, look through local coupon books, sign up for newsletters, etc. If you’re shopping online, use a discounted gift card as mentioned above AND (not or) search RetailMeNot.com and other similar sites for coupon codes.

5. Shop Local: Visit your local, small businesses and shop there too. Most are offering discounts and those of us with small businesses appreciate your business.

Enjoy Thanksgiving, no deal is worth missing time with your family. But, when you do have the time to go shopping, shop smart!

Kohl’s 2017 Black Friday Ad Released

October 30, 2017 By Sarah Roe Leave a Comment

Here are the Best Deals in the Kohl’s Black Friday Ad this year!

Xbox One S Console- 500 GB – $137.49
Pay $189.99, Earn 45 in Kohl’s Cash & $7.50 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Haier 4K Ultra HDTV- 55″ – $194.99
Pay $299.99, Earn $90 in Kohl’s Cash and $15 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Sony PlayStation 4 Console- 1 TB – $129.99
Pay $199.99, Earn $60 in Kohl’s Cash and $10 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Fitbit Charge 2 Heart Rate + Fitness Wristband – $64.99
Pay $99.99, Earn $30 in Kohl’s Cash and $5 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Fitbit Alta HR Heart Rate + Fitness Wristband – $64.99
Pay $99.99, Earn $30 in Kohl’s Cash and $5 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Fitbit Blaze Smart Fitness Watch – $97.49
Pay $149.99, Earn $45 in Kohl’s Cash and $7.50 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Apple Watch, 38mm Gold with Pink Sand Band- Series 3 – $224
Pay $329.00, Earn $90 in Kohl’s Cash and $15 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

Apple Watch, 38mm Space Gray with Black Sport Band- Series 2 – $162.49
Pay $249.00, Earn $75 in Kohl’s Cash and $12.50 in Yes 2 You rewards
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera – $97.49
Pay $149.99, Earn $45 in Kohl’s Cash and $7.50 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera – $117.49
Pay $169.99, Earn $45 in Kohl’s Cash and $7.50 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera (Includes Bonus Pack of Film) – $54.99
Pay $69.99, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

HJetson Z5 Hoverboard with Bluetooth and Jetson Ride Ready App – $149.99
Pay $219.99, Earn $60 in Kohl’s Cash and $10 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Step 2 Modern Cook Kitchen – $44.99
Pay $59.99, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

Hboard 2.0 Hoverboard – $162.49
Pay $249.99, Earn $75 in Kohl’s Cash and $12.50 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Toastmaster Small Kitchen Appliances – FREE
Pay $16.99 each, Submit for $12 Mail in Rebate on Each Item
Buy 3 for $50.97, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash and $36 in Rebates
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Hamilton Beach & Bella Kitchen Appliances – $4.99
Pay $21.99 each, Submit for $12 Mail In Rebate on Each Item
Buy 3 at $21.99, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash and $36 in Rebates
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

Razor Power Core Electric Scooter- E90 – $64.99
Pay $99.99, Earn $30 in Kohl’s Cash and $5 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

Yvolution Neon Flash Scooter – $34.99
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

Instant Pot Duo60 Pressure Cooker- 6 Qt. – $64.99
Pay $79.99, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

Keurig Brewer- K55 – $64.99
Pay $79.99, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

NuWave Digital Air Fryer- 3 Qt. – $64.99
Pay $79.99, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash
Starts Thursday 12:01am online – 5pm In Stores

American Tourister or Skyway Luggage – $34.99
Pay $59.99, Earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash
Submit for $10.00 Kohl’s Mail In Rebate
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

Samsonite Luggage- 20″ – $54.99
Pay $94.99, Earn $30 in Kohl’s Cash & $10 in Yes 2 You Rewards when you spend $100
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer- 5 Qt. – $159.99
Pay $339.99, Earn $90 in Kohl’s Cash & $30 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Submit for $60 Mail In Rebate
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

KitchenAid Classic Stand Mixer- 4.5 Qt. – $119.99
Pay $239.99, Earn $60 in Kohl’s Cash and $20 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Submit for $40 Kohl’s Mail in Rebate
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

KitchenAid Pro 600 Stand Mixer- 6 Qt. – $239.99
Pay $469.99, Earn $120 in Kohl’s Cash and $40 in Yes 2 You Rewards
Submit for $70 Kohl’s Mail in Rebate
Monday 12:01am Online, Thursday 5pm In Stores

5 Easy Ways to Save Money Fast

November 5, 2016 By Sarah Roe Leave a Comment

As we approach the holidays, saving money right now becomes key for most of us. The good news is, it is easy to save cash quickly with just a few basic steps. I thought I would share a few of my favorites with you today please feel free to add your own!

5 Easy Ways to Save Money Fast

Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half: This one is easy, simply shop around what is on sale and use printable coupons to help cut the price even further. Those two steps can save you up to 80% on your grocery bill which means instant savings in your pocketbook.
Earn Gift Cards, Rewards & Samples: Participating in offers could land you plenty of free gift cards, samples and rewards you could use towards this busy shopping season. Use legit websites such as MySavings.com to find the best and most current free reward and sample offers.
Start Selling: Now is the time to purge! Go through your home and find items you could sell online or in Facebook groups. Selling on Facebook is super hot right now and you can easily tap into that plus make extra cash for yourself.
Earn Amazon Giftcards: If you haven’t signed up for Swagbucks, you need to, this one has been around for the long haul and they make it super easy to earn free gift cards to Amazon. In fact, this is one of the best ways I save money and shop during the Christmas season.
Reset Your Budget: Think about how you shop over the holiday season, maybe it’s time to change up the family gifting to “only buy for the kids” or a $25 limit on each person. Think outside of the box, for our family, we bring one gift card and do an exchange. It’s fun and it keeps us from overspending.

These are just a few easy things you can do right now to save cash. I do believe keeping balance is also key, sometimes it is easy to go overboard on our kids or our spouses. Nice things are great but so is quality time and beautiful memories.

How I Saved $120 at Lowe’s

February 28, 2016 By Sarah Roe 1 Comment

I have had my eye on a glass door for quite some time but I’ll admit, I have not been fond of the price. That being said, my husband and I have been on the hunt for a deal.

Enter GiftCardGranny.com.

We logged on to the website and scored a gift card for 20% off! I purchased the gift card then went to Lowe’s to purchase the door, in the end, I saved $120!

I am so excited, I get the door I’ve had my eye on for months and I scored a great deal in the process. That is how easy it is to save money using discounted gift cards. After a simple search, I discovered exactly what I needed, purchased the card and picked up the savings.

The next time you make a purchase, go grocery shopping or just want to look around, visit GiftCardGranny.com first!

Make Easy Money: Sell Unwanted Gift Cards

December 25, 2015 By Sarah Roe Leave a Comment

Now that Christmas is over, many of us are heading out to use our gift cards. I love receiving gift cards, it certainly keeps from getting a gift that simply goes to waste or ends up in the “regift” closet. However, every once in awhile, I get a gift card I won’t use. It could be a store I don’t normally shop at or a restaurant I can’t eat at (I’m gluten free, my choices are a bit limited). Either way, there’s nothing worse than a wasted gift card.

Enter GiftCardGranny.com.

Now, I can sell my unwanted gift cards for cash! Simply visit GiftCardGranny.com, click on Sell Gift Cards and enter the merchant or store on your gift card to see which exchange site will offer you the most cash. Currently the top sell percentage is 93%!

You should generally receive payment for your gift card within 3 to 7 business days. That’s how long it will take the broker to verify the remaining balance on the card and send your payment. How easy is that?

There is no reason to throw that gift card in a drawer, visit GiftCardGranny.com and get cash quickly and easily!