Saturday, October 10, 2015

How to put $500 into your pocket after buying a new furnace


I bought my home less than a year ago . It's an older home , built in 1965. But most houses in my area are . There hasn't been many updates since it was built . I've done a little here and there . Recently I bought a new oil furnace . Because the one in my home caught fire and was no longer able to use . About $6,000 later it works great , I'm warm and safe again . 
I then called Efficiency VT ( I live in VT , you should check your area ) about savings and rebates . The lady told me to fill out the rebate form online and send it in . So I did . A check was mailed back to me for the amount of $500. 
I also asked about the other improvements I've made to the house . I will be able to get rebates for them too . A new dishwasher , new washer / dryer, hot water tank , lights and bulbs . Check your local area or state to see if you can qualify for home improvement .

Sunday, August 30, 2015

How to save big money on wedding or back yard tents


I spent the wkd in Massachuets . At a birthday party for my best friend's daughter . In their back yard was a huge tent . Normal price tag just to rent it could range up to $1,000 or more . My best friend found it on Craigslist in NH at $135. Plus 2 fold out tables & chairs . That's a huge savings that can be reused many times .

Saturday, August 22, 2015

How to find living room furniture for free


I just put this great piece in my upstairs living room . That is currently open & no piece of furniture lives there . Until now . I got this from people that were looking to down size & retire . They gave it to me for free . Even better it matches the green I have in that room . 

Friday, August 14, 2015

Save additional money off your next vehicle repair


Ask for warrantied parts . If your alternator or battery , even electrical items die replace it with a warrantied part to save attentional cost down the road if the same problem happens. 
 Ask the dealership you bought your vehicle from if they give a discount for repairs . My dealership gives 10% off . 
 Learn how or know someone that knows mechanical work . I don't know a lot of mechanical work but I do know simple things . For instance how to put a battery in . 
 Many mechanics can over charge if you don't know what is going on . Make sure you know the cost & ask someone you know for advice if you are unsure . I am lucky enough to work with all guys . Whenever I need a male answer it's there . 

Saturday, August 1, 2015

Make up to $400 in 10 minutes

Clothes Dryer Rebates:

Efficiency Vermont offers a $50 and $400 rebate on ENERGY STAR® certified clothes dryers.

Eligibility and terms of promotion:

  • Valid for purchases made between 6/1/15 – 12/31/15. All rebate requests must be postmarked no later than 1/31/16.
  • The dryers eligible for the $50 rebate are ENERGY STAR certified. The dryers eligible for the $400 received the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2014 ENERGY STAR Emerging Technology Award, an award given to products that meet rigorous performance criteria and achieve significant energy savings in select categories each year.

Look at your new appliances and apply for a rebate from efficiency VT . I applied for a washer / dryer rebate . I should get $100 back . 


How I paid $3.37 for groceries without coupons

I bought my groceries all on sale this week . It took a few extra minutes to find the store brand deals but it was worth it . When I cashed out I used my loyalty card . That racks up points , accumulated over time . It brought my balance down to under $5. That made my day 

Sunday, July 19, 2015

How I found free home decor items this week .


I grabbed all of these pieces from yard sales at the end of their day . Bed set , curtains , 2 lamps , vases, a tray , candles & a couple holders .