Apps and Websites that Pay You to Shop

It is no secret that the cost of just about everything has been going up faster than our incomes. Many families have turned to coupons to help save some money. Did you know that in addition to the more obvious ways to save, you can save even more using sites and apps that pay you to shop.

My absolute favorite app to earn money is Ibotta. It is available for download on both Iphone and Android. With Ibotta you can earn up to $20 or more just for buying products you already buy. Before you shop, check the offers available on the app, and click on the products you want to buy. After you shop, take a photo of your receipt with your phone, and scan the UPC codes of the offer products. Within 24 hours, you will receive a credit in your account. It is that simple, and it only takes a few minutes to complete. There are a large variety of stores where you can buy your items. You can learn more about Ibotta here, http://ibotta.com/r/qk3Ujg, and earn $5 bonus when you complete your first offer.

Another favorite site is Checkpoints, which is also available for Iphone and Android. While you are shopping, use the app to check in at your favorite store or restuarant. As you go up and down the aisles, scan the upc codes of the products listed. You don't need to buy the products to scan them. Your will earn points for each product scanned. Earn even more points online at http://www.checkpoints.com/. When ready, redeem your points for gift cards and other rewards.

Have you hear of Jingit yet? Jingit is another site that pays you to shop. Earn money online by watching a short ad and taking a short survey. If you shop at Walmart you can earn even more by scanning the products you viewed. You can learn more about Jingit here, https://www.jingit.com/home/.

If you shop online, be sure to check out the site, http://www.ebates.com/index.htm. Every time you shop, you will earn a percentage back of what you spend. There are hundreds of stores that participate, so there are many ways to earn. You might also find bonus coupons to use online for an even bigger savings.

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, Livingston County Frugal Family Examiner

Pamela Maxwell is the mom of three school age children. She is always for looking for frugal ways to save money, while spending time with her busy family. She also has a passion for planning children's parties on a budget. Since she enjoys sharing her ideas with others, it lead her to...

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