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~Recommendations~
We all know how important money is, and whether you’re looking to save money, make money, or simply invest- these are the brands, companies, apps, & programs that I personally support and love.
Please note: some of these links are affiliate links, but it doesn’t influence my decisions or recommendations. You can view my full affiliate disclosure here.
Money Saving Phone Apps
Ibotta
An amazing app for getting cash rebates on grocery and alcohol purchases. The cash bonuses are what set this app apart and make it #1 in my books. I've personally used them for years!
Checkout 51
A great money back grocery app that is only second to Ibotta. While it may not have as many cash bonuses, the payouts are usually much nicer.
SavingStar
A grocery rebate app unlike the others. This one often carries deals where you can split transactions for large purchases, making bulk deals that much easier.
Raise
Buy and sell discounted giftcards plus get a few dollars to spend for every referral you get to buy a gift card. It's one of the best ways to save money black friday shopping!
Money Saving Websites
Trim
I absolutely love this one! It works with your bill providers to reduce your rates and find you more discounts!
Rakuten
Rakuten, formally known as Ebates has been around for a long time. With their chrome toolbar extension saving money gets even easier.
TopCashBack
Another great shopping portal for online purchases. I always check the rebate amount for a store before shopping online!
Schoola
My favorite place to buy used clothes at discounted prices. With their emailed promo codes I can often get free shipped clothes to my store for a fraction of the price of my local thrift stores!
Paribus
I've had this one installed for years and have zero complaints! They sit in your email checking for shopping recipets and when a lower price is found, you get the difference!
Groupon
Who doesn't know about this one already? It's a perfect place for getting discounts on everything from travel to food. I use them all of the time, and the customer service has been great!
The Best Apps to Make Money
Gigwalk
While it may not be available in your area right now, this app is great for making a little money doing super small (like 15 minute) odd jobs around the neighborhood.
Acorns
I have been using this one for awhile (as has my entire family) and I have nothing but good to say about it. Acorns really breaks down the information and makes investing easy.
Robinhood
Another investing app to help you get used to buying and selling stock from home. Perfect for beginners with little to no knowledge of investing, but a willingness to learn.
The Panel App
A set it and forget it passive way to make money. while you won't become rich overnight, you can start at New Years and finish the year with a giftcard to help pay for Christmas by simply keeping it installed.