• There are many cashback apps you can use to save additional money at the grocery store.  This extra savings is on top of sales and (sometimes) after coupons or other discounts are deducted.  I love some; think others are a total waste of time. They aren’t all exactly the same, but the general idea is… Read More »

    Juli Lonas
  • This is another public service announcement, for those still scrambling for another gift.  (My battery charger one is here, if you missed it.) Codenames is the best!  (That’s my Amazon affiliate link.  Making a purchase earns me a small commission.) We have played it with several different groups of people and almost all have gone… Read More »

    Juli Lonas
  • This is my annual public service announcement.  I think every household needs a battery organizer, not to just keep your batteries … well, organized, but also to test batteries. Seriously, you need one and so does everyone on your Christmas list.  You can thank me the next time you save a battery when only one… Read More »

    Juli Lonas
  • My family loves to play games! Even some of the more expensive games are cheaper than going to see one movie … and the fun can be repeated whenever we have time, in our jammies, if we want!  And, we love inviting friends over to play with us vs going out to spend money somewhere… Read More »

    Juli Lonas
  • All info below is old, but go here for a new $45 gift card offer, expires January 31, 2022. Buy a Sam’s Club membership for $45, get a $20 gift card and $30 in discounts on food. (Details below) Go here to enter your email and start this deal.  You will receive a code in… Read More »

    Juli Lonas
  • Recently, a Beyond! member left the comment and picture of her receipt below. Later, she admitted to being hesitant about joining Beyond! but is glad she did. I get it.  It’s easy to think, “I’m trying to save money.  Why would I spend money?” Beyond! is more than us sharing lists early, giving you extra… Read More »

    Juli Lonas
  • 8CommentsIs mystery/secret shopping worth it?  Can you really make money?  How do you apply for good companies?  How much time is involved?  I’ve done it for 20 years, on and off.  I’ll give you my tips & explain the process, and also point you to one of my favorite companies. Below is one of my… Read More »

    Juli Lonas