I have used Groupon a couple of times and loved it. I keep my eyes open for deals that are for something I would buy anyway, so I am not spending extra money just to get a deal.
I use Groupon! I've bought about 6 now. One to a grocery store I shop at all the time, a few to restaurants I know we like, another to some new restaurants I wanted to try, and one to a clothing store I already shop at. I used Living Social for the Amazon gift card one a few weeks back, but I haven't found another I liked there yet. I use another similar site specific for my campus which has had some good ones, but mostly, I use Groupon. I subscribe to all the ones I can find for my city, but Groupon has been the best so far.
I love Groupon and Scoutmob! I use it to return to places I've already enjoyed, or as a relatively inexpensive way to try out new places in the neighborhood.
I let them send me e-mails, but the only thing I’ve purchased was a $10 for $20 Barnes and Noble certificate. (Like Susan D. I also picked up the Living Social Amazon deal also)
Of course, they don’t target my town, just the slightly larger city 45 min away, so only the nationwide stuff really appeals.
Since I got an iPhone a few months ago I've been using the Groupon App to check for deals. I'm trying to save money and be healthy by not eating out very often, so seeing all the food/restaurant deals are tempting me to spend money that I otherwise wouldn't spend without Groupon. So far I've been able to avoid the temptation. The only deal I've purchased was a discount ticket to a museum within walking distance of my house. I'd already been wanting to visit since I thought it was a shame to live so close to the museum and not check it out, so the Groupon just had the effect of making me commit to it.
Abso-freakin-loutely. I don't buy crap from Groupon (or other deal sites) but I do "stock up" when I can on things I spend money on anyway. For instance, a few nearby restaurants that we enjoy have had Groupon promotions. Why not eat for 1/2 off if you can?
I use Groupon occasionally - I will admit that I think at first it persuaded me into spending money on things I wouldn't have otherwise. Now I am more smart about evaluating whether I am really saving money on something I need. I am planning a wedding so I have bought Groupons for photo sites as well as some deals for our honeymoon. I think it is a great tool if used with discretion!
I check out Groupon everyday, but haven't ever made a purchase. I have ordered a few things from LivingSocial, but just haven't found a worthwhile deal on Groupon.
I was subcribed to Groupon for quite a while before I saw something that I actually wanted. I'm not interested in expensive haircuts or spa treatments, but I am interested in discounts to local restaurants. My sweetie and I had a lovely dinner at a nice local Italian restaurant the Saturday before Valentine's Day for $25 (price of the $50 Groupon coupon) plus another $5 and the full tip. We were both quite pleased with that deal.
I have to be really vigilant after I buy a Groupon or the coupons can easily expire before I get around to using them (in which case the good "deals" turn into what I call an "idiot tax").
I get emails from a bunch of daily deals websites. I'm always really cautious about them. DH and I rarely go out to eat, but sometimes I will take a 50%+ off coupon for sushi or some sort of thing we buy regularly. Still, we so rarely buy anything regularly that buying from these sites is just a way for me to spend extra money.
What a great article! I have always been a fan of small homes. I just sold my 2,000 sq ft home that my ex-husband really wanted (because he has so much stuff). Well I got rid of the husband and his studff, and I'm now renting a 1,100 sq ft home that works great for me and my two kids. When I am in the position to buy again I don't want to purchase a home that's more than 1,500 sq ft, anything bigger than that is too big. Small homes are much cozier!
stop tripping, prepaid card places do this all the time, its not activated until u activate it, throw it in the trash if you dont want it. Its theyre wasted paper, not yours.
Yes, I buy Groupons, probably too often. I recently unsubscribed from their daily deals email. Before I buy a Groupon I always go to ebates.com to get a 6% rebate.
We save money by using a programmable thermostat but before we got it we just had to remember to turn it down. When you go out for more than an hour, turn it down. Put plastic (from home depot) on the inside of the windows during the winter if you live in snowy climates. Use museums as part of home schooling (bank of america has a deal for free adult passes to some museums, if you have a cc with them, check their website).
I have used Groupon a couple of times and loved it. I keep my eyes open for deals that are for something I would buy anyway, so I am not spending extra money just to get a deal.
I get the daily emails for groupon, but so far have not purchased any of the deals.
I just started using Groupon this month and have already bought three!
I use Groupon! I've bought about 6 now. One to a grocery store I shop at all the time, a few to restaurants I know we like, another to some new restaurants I wanted to try, and one to a clothing store I already shop at. I used Living Social for the Amazon gift card one a few weeks back, but I haven't found another I liked there yet. I use another similar site specific for my campus which has had some good ones, but mostly, I use Groupon. I subscribe to all the ones I can find for my city, but Groupon has been the best so far.
I love Groupon and Scoutmob! I use it to return to places I've already enjoyed, or as a relatively inexpensive way to try out new places in the neighborhood.
I let them send me e-mails, but the only thing I’ve purchased was a $10 for $20 Barnes and Noble certificate. (Like Susan D. I also picked up the Living Social Amazon deal also)
Of course, they don’t target my town, just the slightly larger city 45 min away, so only the nationwide stuff really appeals.
Since I got an iPhone a few months ago I've been using the Groupon App to check for deals. I'm trying to save money and be healthy by not eating out very often, so seeing all the food/restaurant deals are tempting me to spend money that I otherwise wouldn't spend without Groupon. So far I've been able to avoid the temptation. The only deal I've purchased was a discount ticket to a museum within walking distance of my house. I'd already been wanting to visit since I thought it was a shame to live so close to the museum and not check it out, so the Groupon just had the effect of making me commit to it.
Abso-freakin-loutely. I don't buy crap from Groupon (or other deal sites) but I do "stock up" when I can on things I spend money on anyway. For instance, a few nearby restaurants that we enjoy have had Groupon promotions. Why not eat for 1/2 off if you can?
I use Groupon occasionally - I will admit that I think at first it persuaded me into spending money on things I wouldn't have otherwise. Now I am more smart about evaluating whether I am really saving money on something I need. I am planning a wedding so I have bought Groupons for photo sites as well as some deals for our honeymoon. I think it is a great tool if used with discretion!
I've bought & used two (Redbox, Barnes & Noble) and keep my eyes open for more good deals that I will use.
I do use Groupon, but only on services I would normally use. I also link to Groupon thru eBates or similar service. This adds a bit more to my pocket.
I use it occasionally.
I don't use groupon. I do follow slickdeals.net for deals that are active.
Definitely! I've gotten some great deals through Groupon.
Not anymore I don't. Living Social or Woot.
I use Groupon occasionally when there is a deal that I'm sure I will use.
I to use and enjoy groupon. It is what got me into home brewing.
I check out Groupon everyday, but haven't ever made a purchase. I have ordered a few things from LivingSocial, but just haven't found a worthwhile deal on Groupon.
I was subcribed to Groupon for quite a while before I saw something that I actually wanted. I'm not interested in expensive haircuts or spa treatments, but I am interested in discounts to local restaurants. My sweetie and I had a lovely dinner at a nice local Italian restaurant the Saturday before Valentine's Day for $25 (price of the $50 Groupon coupon) plus another $5 and the full tip. We were both quite pleased with that deal.
I have to be really vigilant after I buy a Groupon or the coupons can easily expire before I get around to using them (in which case the good "deals" turn into what I call an "idiot tax").
I get emails from a bunch of daily deals websites. I'm always really cautious about them. DH and I rarely go out to eat, but sometimes I will take a 50%+ off coupon for sushi or some sort of thing we buy regularly. Still, we so rarely buy anything regularly that buying from these sites is just a way for me to spend extra money.
What a great article! I have always been a fan of small homes. I just sold my 2,000 sq ft home that my ex-husband really wanted (because he has so much stuff). Well I got rid of the husband and his studff, and I'm now renting a 1,100 sq ft home that works great for me and my two kids. When I am in the position to buy again I don't want to purchase a home that's more than 1,500 sq ft, anything bigger than that is too big. Small homes are much cozier!
stop tripping, prepaid card places do this all the time, its not activated until u activate it, throw it in the trash if you dont want it. Its theyre wasted paper, not yours.
I use Groupon and LivingSocial--but only for book discounts. They had good offers for both Amazon and Barnes & Noble lately!
Yes, I buy Groupons, probably too often. I recently unsubscribed from their daily deals email. Before I buy a Groupon I always go to ebates.com to get a 6% rebate.
We save money by using a programmable thermostat but before we got it we just had to remember to turn it down. When you go out for more than an hour, turn it down. Put plastic (from home depot) on the inside of the windows during the winter if you live in snowy climates. Use museums as part of home schooling (bank of america has a deal for free adult passes to some museums, if you have a cc with them, check their website).