- Check online marketplaces: Facebook, Craigslist®, and Nextdoor® groups are great resources if you’re looking for free goods or services. Many people post advertisements for things like appliances, furniture, plants, etc., that they want to give away for free. Just keep in mind that you may have to pay to transport these items to your home.
- Look for free samples at stores: Most outlets offer free samples of some kind. For instance, you can often find makeup and skincare freebies at stores like Sephora and Ulta®. Similarly, you may be able to score grocery samples at stores like Costco® and Walmart®. All you need to do is find a store executive and ask them if they have any free samples. If you can’t get any freebies in-store, you can also try requesting them online.
- Sign up for store loyalty programs: If there are certain stores you frequent, make sure to check if they have a loyalty or rewards program that you can sign up for. Many stores, as well as local restaurants, will give you freebies like gift cards, merchandise, complimentary food, etc., on your birthday or anniversary or if you spend a certain amount of money.
- Sign up for online surveys: You can earn free gift cards or prizes by completing online surveys. Keep in mind that surveys are easy work, but they take time to complete. However, if you keep at it, you could cash out your survey earnings and receive something cool as a reward for your time and effort.
- Get a rewards credit card: If you’re going to be spending money, you might as well get something in return for it — that’s why rewards credit cards are such a great idea. Whether you get a cashback card or one that offers you miles or points based on your expenses, you can score some great perks by signing up for a rewards card.
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