Linsey Knerl's blog
Posted 1 day 1 hour ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Career and Income, Consumer Affairs
You don’t have to be a complete idiot to need a little guidance in matters of finding and securing money for college. But just in case you are, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Financial Aid for College is the perfect roadmap to the financial aid process. (And it works pretty well for the rest of us, too!)
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Posted 3 days 19 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Deals and Coupons, Deals, Food and Drink
Did Papa John’s go overboard with its T-shirts calling Lebron James a “Crybaby?” Regardless of how you feel about it, this cheap price on pizza might help to make amends. Check out more on this Thursday’s promotion!
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Posted 5 days 12 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Career and Income, Productivity
A cruise to the Bahamas or a trip to that luxury spa aren’t going to get you ahead financially. However, if you’re looking to sock away a couple hundred bucks or more, some time off from work just might be the way to get you there -- if you do it right.
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Posted 6 days 20 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
Deals and Coupons, Freebies, Art and Leisure
You don’t have to be a die-hard comic geek to enjoy Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 3rd. Check out the list of participating retailers, and show some support for your favorite super-hero!
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Posted 1 week 2 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
Freebies, Health and Beauty
May is skin cancer awareness month, and as a close friend to many skin cancer survivors, I know how important it is to get regular check-ups. If the cost of seeing a dermatologist has you headed for the hills, check out these free ways to get to-notch preventative care!
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Posted 1 week 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Love buying the latest handmade crafts, candles, body treats, and jewelry? Don’t have time to scour the web or the newest issue of a magazine to discover such treats? Want a really cheap way to score some goods for yourself or a friend? You must go sampling…
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Posted 1 week 3 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Deals and Coupons, Shopping
A favorite retailer of households across the country since 1902, JCPenney can have some stellar deals for those in the know. Like most stores, JCPenney has a method to its markdown madness. Read our best tips for saving from around the country!
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Posted 2 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Deals and Coupons, Freebies, Green Living
Reusable shopping bags are growing in popularity, and while they are a super way to save on plastic, they can be pricey for those of us who lug home two full carts of groceries every other week. Here are the best ways to score free reusable shopping bags from your favorite retailers! (But hurry! Several end today.)
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Posted 2 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Consumer Affairs, Cars and Transportation
Watching my local newscast a few nights ago, I was disturbed by the assumption that the anchor made regarding rising gas prices and consumer reaction. In direct response to the possibility that gas would reach $4.00/gallon, he mused at whether even this horrific amount for gas would be enough to “change consumers’ habits.” What? As if we’re not doing that already.
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Posted 3 weeks 1 day ago by Linsey Knerl
Life Hacks, Technology
I’m not a Windows Vista fan. In fact, my new PC runs on XP, but uses OpenSource applications for most of my business needs. So why do I even care about a trick to get sluggish Vista browsing back to an acceptable speed? My mom uses Vista, and I love my mom.
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Posted 3 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Deals and Coupons, Freebies, Deals, Coupons, Food and Drink
It has just reached spring temps here in Nebraska, and the ice cream junkie in me has emerged from winter slumber. What better way to feed the beast than with free ice cream promotions from all my favorite companies? Read on for the full “scoop!”
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Posted 3 weeks 3 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Freebies, Lifestyle
Are you the type that likes to have everyone over to your house? How would you like to score free party goods for your next gathering? If you don’t mind spreading a little product buzz in exchange for supplies, House Party may be for you!
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Posted 3 weeks 5 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Freebies, Green Living, Consumer Affairs
Wal-Mart gets its fair share of negative press. However, a recent article in the new National Geographic’s Green Guide magazine really had me thinking about some of the ways Wal-Mart has led the way with environmentally-friendly initiatives. Regardless of how you feel about Wal-Mart’s status as a commercial superpower, you really have to take a look. (And while you’re at it, snag a free shopping bag!)
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Posted 4 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Consumer Affairs
I hear it all the time. Some disgruntled consumer, employee, patron or the like decides that a boycott is in order. In theory, a boycott may seem like a great idea. In practice, however, it just isn’t the solution we all hope it to be. Here’s why the boycott just isn’t working.
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Posted 4 weeks 4 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Deals and Coupons, Freebies, Coupons
My junk drawer is full of almost-expired disposable cameras. Dropping one off at the local Walgreens is not only a great way to avoid waste, but it won’t cost me a dime! Here’s the scoop on the next great freebie from Walgreens!
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Posted 5 weeks 4 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Deals and Coupons, Freebies, Deals, Coupons
Last year I told you about Walgreens free ink refill promotion, and the response was overwhelming! Apparently your participation in the program was heard loud and clear by Walgreens, and they have decided to do it again!
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Posted 6 weeks 17 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Deals and Coupons, Coupons, Shopping
I’m sure everyone is aware that this year is the last year to get an analog signal on your television. As part of a process to improve media, any TV’s still using rabbit ears will need to get with the program; and you’ll need to get a converter box. By signing up for the Coupon Program, you can get credit towards the purchase of an eligible converter box and avoid much of the cost of the required upgrade to digital. Here’s how it works, and what you can expect from the program.
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Posted 6 weeks 3 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Freebies, Shopping, Consumer Affairs
Just when I thought I couldn’t take another online money transfer product, I was introduced to Revolution MoneyExchange. My familiarity and past experience with PayPal had me convinced that the world just didn’t need anymore of these services. The $25 sign up bonus kept calling my name, however, so I went for it. Here’s the skinny on the new kid on the block.
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Posted 6 weeks 4 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Credit Cards
Debt is the hottest topic on personal finance blogs around the world. Why? I would venture to guess it is because so many people are drowning in it. The unfortunate truth is that few people care to read about debt until it has already had a negative affect on their financial situation. This can make the final solution to their debt problems even more difficult to hear about.
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Posted 6 weeks 6 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Deals and Coupons, Deals, Coupons, Shopping
Ann Taylor Loft is one of those stores I can spend hours in, but I almost always walk away without a purchase. Why? The products are fabulous, but the prices don’t always fit my tight budget. This weekend, they are offering free shipping on all purchases (no minimum required), and dozens of too-good-to-be true deals. Check it out!
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