I’ve talked about doing online surveys in the past. I figured many people who are here probably didn’t read through those posts way back when so including this in the Earn Money from Home series is a great reminder and explanation!

When I first started looking at how to make money online, I fell upon online surveys. There are so many sites saying they offer cash for online surveys and it seemed too good to be true. Well, it was.

I did the research for you on legitimate sites for online surveys and found some of the best. I’ve added to the list through the years because others have shared their experiences with various companies.

So, rather than list list out all of the information for you again, I’m going to direct you to a few posts to help you get started with making money online doing legitimate surveys.

• Earn Online with Legitimate Online Surveys
• Online Surveys to Earn Cash

As I mention in the online surveys overview post, you will not become a millionaire doing surveys online. BUT, you can have a decent amount of fun money each month if you are diligent with completing surveys. As always, let me know if you have any questions about this post or any of the others in this series!

If you have a unique way you earn money from home, please share it with us.
I would love to include your experience with our readers!

More in the Earn Money from Home Series

1. Start a Homemade Cake Decorating Business
2. Make Money Doing Freelance Work Online
3. Start a Sewing and Alteration Business
4. How to Self Publish an eBook to Earn Income
5. Offer Babysitting Services
6. Internet Research from Home
7. Earn Money as a Home Organizer
8. Selling Online to Make Extra Income
9. Start a Small Business Doing Odds and Ends Jobs
10. Earn Money By Creating How-To Videos
11. Seasonal Tax Preparation to Earn Additional Income
12. How to Make Money Blogging
13. Home Cooking or Baking Business
14. How to Earn Money as a General Transcriptionist
15. Make Money with Mystery Shopping
16. How to Start Working as a Virtual Assistant
17. Teaching and Tutoring for Side Income

Just in time for summer!  Lands’ End is offering 40% off All Swim Wear!  Use coupon code REMEMBER and Pin #2428 during online checkout.

I absolutely love their Beach Living swimsuits for me.  Typically, I like to have a couple of mix and match tankini and swim minis since we go to the pool practically every day.  The best part is that they last for at least one season and they have such cute styles this year.

You can get free shipping with $50 or more purchase.  This deal is valid through 5/28/2013.

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If you’re looking for a quick snack to stock up on, you can grab Bagel Bites for under $1 this week at Target!

Here are the details:

$1.99 Bagel Bites, 9 ct
$2/3 Ore-Ida Bagel Bites Product, exp. 6/16/13 (SS 05/05/13 R)
STACK WITH 2/3 Bagel Bites Snacks, 9 ct, TARGET coupon Target.com
Net Price $0.66 each

Thanks, Totally Target!

And, did you know that Target prices matches?!?! Check out some details on the Target Price Matching Policy.

Check the Sale Shopping for other Store Coupon Matches!!

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Did you watch the Royal Wedding?  Right now, Amazon has a great deal on William & Catherine: Their Story Hardcover Book for only $1.57 ( a $29.99 Value).  I remember getting up super early to watch their fairy tale wedding.  Not to mention, Princess Diana’s when I was a little girl.  Love this!

This will ship for Free with Super Saver Shipping with orders of $25 or more. You can upgrade your membership to Amazon Prime and get Free 2-Day Shipping.

Thanks, Utah Sweet Savings!

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Are you taking advantage of any Memorial Day Retail Deals?  This weekend, Shoe Carnival is offering a $10 off Every $50 Purchase printable coupon.  Also, you can use online with coupon code PERFECT10 during online checkout.

You can use on regular and sale price items which you should be able to find some great deals on shoes for the family.

This coupon is valid through 5/27/2013.

Find other Retail Store Coupons that are still active.
Use the Search Box on the site to find more as well.

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There are over $24 in coupon savings in the June issue of All You magazine!  This is magazine that I make sure I get every month since it has so many high value coupons available.  You can only obtain All You from purchasing at Walmart or by subscription.

Here is a list of all the coupons you can look forward to:

• $1/1 All You Summer Fun Guide
• $1/1 Brawny Paper Towels, 2 Giant Roll
• $1/1 Breyers Ice Cream Topping
• $1/1 Butterball Deli Meats, 1 lb
• $1/1 Butterball Everyday Turkey Burgers, Original, or Sweet Onion Seasoned
• $1/1 Butterball Turkey Bacon (Regular or Fully Cooked) or Everyday Recipe STarters Dinner Sausage
• $1/1 Dove Body Wash, 12 oz+ or Dove Beauty Bar, 6 ct+ (excludes trial size and Men + Care)
• $1/1 Dove Men + Care Antiperspirant/Deodorant
• $1/1 From This Moment On Book by Bella Andre
• $1/2 Hormel Chili
• $2/1 Huggies Little Swimmers disposable swimpants
• $0.75/1 New York Texas Toast Croutons
• $0.75/1 New York Texas Toast Tortilla Strips Chili Lime or Chipotle Cheddar
• B1G1 Orbit Gum, 14 pc WYB (1) M&M’s, 0.47 oz and (1) 7up, A&W, Sun Drop, Sunkist, or Canada Dry, 2 L
• $2/1 Salon Graphix Product
• $1/1 Sensodyne Pronamel Product
• $2.50/1 Sensodyne or ProNamel Products
• $2/1 Similasan Ear Care Product
• $1/1 Stayfree Product
• $1/1 Suave Hair Care Product (excludes trial size)
• $1/1 Truvia Natural Sweetener or Baking Blend with Sugar
• $1/1 Tyson Any’tizers Snacks
• $0.30/1 Winon Pure Spray

Find more great coupons in the Coupon Database!

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I was thrilled when my kids finally outgrew the diaper and wipes stage. However, it’s left us in a bind at times because we were so used to having baby wipes with us in the car to clean up those unexpected messes (you know – chocolate everywhere on your kid right before going out!). Target’s got you covered this week because you can stock up on Wet Ones for very little out of pocket with a triple stack!

Here are the details:

$1.99 Wet Ones Moist Wipes, 40 ct; Singles, 24 ct; or Big Ones Wet Ones, 35 ct
$0.75/1 Wet Ones wipes, canister or singles, excludes 15 ct or 20 ct travel packs 04/21/2013 SS Insert (exp 06/02/2013)
STACK WITH 10% Off Wet Ones Hand & Face Wipes, TARGET cartwheels Target.com
STACK WITH $0.50/1 Wet Ones Moist Wipes, TARGET coupon Target.com
Net Price $0.60 each

Thanks, Totally Target!

And, did you know that Target prices matches?!?! Check out some details on the Target Price Matching Policy.

Check the Sale Shopping for other Store Coupon Matches!!

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Are you an iBotta, the coupon incentive app user, yet? If not, now is the time!  Not sure about this app, read more how iBotta helps you earn while you shop.

New users will receive a $10 bonus when redeeming 2 offers within the first 2 weeks of registering. Plus, there are also new referral rewards so you can earn money even without being a blogger.

iBotta seems so easy to redeem offers since there are several stores available to shop and earn. Plus, we always mention any iBotta offers that are available in our weekly sale shopping lists so you’ll know what rewards are available for the things you’re going to buy anyway!

Join iBotta now to get your $10 Bonus!  Hurry, this deal is only available for a limited time.

Thanks, Bargain Briana!

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If you are new to Walgreens Shopping, please read the Top 5 Tips to Play Walgreens where we explain how to shop and save the most at Walgreens! Most of this information may seem a little confusing until you know how the play the Walgreens game.

View the full list of Walgreens sales and create a custom shopping list.

Here are a few of our recommended hot items to pick up this week:

$3.99 Listerine Mouthwash, 1 L; Whitening Pre-Brush Rinse, 16 oz; Pocketpacks, 72 pk
2000 Points WYB (2)
$1.00/1 Listerine Whitening Product, Any 16 Fl. Oz. Or Larger Only – Coupons.com (Zip Code 10001)
Net Price $2.99 each | $1.99 each after Coupons/Balance Reward Points WYB (2)!

3/$2 ($0.99 each) Stride or ID Gum, 14 pc; Wrigley or Extra Gum, 15 pk
250 Points WYB (3)
B1G1 ID Gum, Any 14-Piece Single Packs – Coupons.com( Zip Code 62946) – valid up to $1.00
$1.00/3 Stride, Dentyne, Trident Or ID Gum, Any Single Packs (DND) – 05-19-13 SS
Net Price $0.34 each | $0.25 – $0.36 each after Coupon/Balance Reward Points WYB (3)!

$10 Virmax Prostate Health, 30 ct
$10 RR WYB (1)
Net Price $10 each | FREE after RR!

$17.99 Omeprazole Acid Reducer, 42 ct
$8 RR WYB (1)
Net Price $17.99 each | $9.99 each after RR!

$2.99 Oral-B Cross Action or Complete Toothbrush or Advantage Floss Picks, 75 pk; Crest Toothpaste, 5.8 or 6.2 oz Select; Scope Outlast or Dual Blast Mouthwash, 25.4 oz
$2 RR WYB (1)
$1.00/1 Scope Mouthwash, Any 750mL Or Larger (Excludes Trial/Travel Sizes, Limit 4 Like Coupons Per Household Per Day) – 04-28-2013 PG
$1.00/1 Oral-B Pulsar, 3D White, Pro-Health Or Complete Toothbrush, Any (1) Or (2) Indicator Or Cavity Defense Toothbrushes, Any (Excludes Trial/Travel Sizes, Limit 4 Like Coupons Per Household Per Day) – 04-28-2013 PG
Net Price $1.99 each | FREE after Coupon/RR!

$0.59 Hershey’s Candy, 1.4 – 2 oz
$1.00/2 Hershey’s Air Delight Aerated Milk Chocolate Bar and Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar, any – 04-21-13 SS
Net Price $0.09 each

$2.99 Folgers Black Silk Coffee, 10.3 oz; Classic Roast, 11.3 oz
$1.50/1 Folgers Coffee Product, Any
Net Price $1.49 each

View more Walgreens sales this week!

Check out the Drugstore Savings class we offer. You can learn the best tips and tricks in-person for all of the drugstores!

Check the Sale Shopping page for more weekly sales and lists!

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If you are new to CVS Shopping, please read my Top 5 Tips to Play CVS where we explain how to shop and save the most at CVS! Most of this information may seem a little confusing until you know how the play the CVS game.

View the full list of CVS sales and create a custom shopping list.

Here are a few of our recommended hot items to pick up this week:

$6.99 Starbucks K-Cups, 10 ct
$1 ECB WYB (1) ~ Limit 1
$1.50/1 Starbucks K-Cup Pack, Any 10 Count – 16 Count
Net Price $5.49 each | $4.49 each after Coupon/ECB!

$3 Kellogg’s Special K Crackers or Cracker Chips, 4 – 8 oz
$3 ECB WYB (3) ~ Limit 1
$0.70/1 Kellogg’s Special K Crackers And/Or Popcorn Chips, Any 4 Oz. Or Larger – Coupons.com (Zip Code 62946)
Net Price $2.30 each | $1.30 each after Coupons/ECB WYB (3)!

$3 Kellogg’s Special K Cereal, 11.2 – 19.5 oz
$0.70/1 Kellogg’s Special K Cereal, Any 11.4 Oz. Or Larger
Net Price $2.30 each | $1.30 each after Coupons/ECB WYB (3)!

$4.49 Revlon Luxurious ColorSilk Buttercream Hair Color
$4 ECB WYB $10 ~ Limit 2
$2.00/1 Revlon Luxurious Colorsilk Buttercream, Any – 05-12-13 SS
$3.00/1 Revlon Luxurious ColorSilk Buttercream, Any – Us Weekly, May 13, 2013
Net Price $1.49 – $2.49 each | $0.16 – $1.16 each after Coupons/ECB WYB (3)!

$0.77 Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna In Water, 5 oz

$3 Folgers Coffee, 10.3 – 11.5 oz
$1.50/1 Folgers Coffee Product, Any
Net Price $1.50 each

View more CVS sales this week!

Check out the Drugstore Savings class we offer. You can learn the best tips and tricks in-person for all of the drugstores!

Check the Sale Shopping page for more weekly sales and lists!

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There are NO coupons in the weekly newspaper coupon inserts this weekend due to the holiday. This is a great time to get reorganized, or to check out Discounted Newspapers to see what the best deal for a weekly subscription (remember, you get the best coupons when you subscribe!).

Be sure to visit this evening as the majority of the store deals will be posted!

Search for coupons from your favorite products in the Coupon Database.
Click the dropdown boxes to sort by Insert and Source Date!

If there are a few you want more of, but don’t want to purchase the entire newspaper to get them, consider purchasing additional coupons through a clipping service or on ebay.

Are you new to Shopping with Coupons? Attend our Free Online Coupon Class. I’ll walk you through all the steps to start saving hundreds, even thousands, on your grocery budget!

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Here are some retail savings both in-store and online for this weekend (and beyond):

In-Store

Bath & Bodyworks – 20% off Purchase
Valid through 5/24/2013
Online Shopping: Use coupon code BEACHLIFE20 at Bath&Bodyworks.com to receive discount

A.C. Moore – 40% off One Regular Priced Item
Valid through 5/25/2013

Hobby Lobby – 40% off One Regular Priced Item
Valid through 5/25/2013

Michael’s – 40% off One Regular Priced Item
Valid through 5/25/2013

H&M Stores – 20% off One Item
Valid through 5/27/2013

Gordman’s – 15% off Purchase
Valid through 5/27/2013

Kirkland’s – $10/$50 Purchase
Valid through 5/27/2013

JCPenney – 10% – 20% off Purchases
Valid through 5/27/2013

Office Depot – 30% off One Regular Priced Item
Valid through 5/27/2013

Macy’s – 15% off Purchase
Valid through 5/27/2013

Barnes & Noble – 15% off One Item
Valid through 5/27/2013

The Children’s Place – 15% off Purchase
Valid through 5/27/2013
Online Shopping: Use coupon code Y4G521 at TheChildrensPlace.com to receive discount

Party City – $10/$60, $20/$80, or $30/$100 Purchase
Valid through 5/27/2013

Goody’s – $10/$40 or $20/$60 Purchase
Valid through 5/28/2013

Carter’s – 15% off or 20% off $40 Purchase
Valid through 5/29/2013

Osh Kosh B’Gosh – 15% off or 20% off $40 Purchase
Valid through 5/29/2013

Tanger Outlet – FREE Coupon Book
Valid through 5/31/2013

ULTA – 20% off Purchase
Valid through 6/1/2013
Online Shopping: Use coupon code 102029 at ULTA.com to receive discount

Yankee Candle Co. – $15/$35 Purchase
Valid through 6/2/2013

Old Navy – 10% off Purchase
Valid through 6/5/2013

Aeoropostale – $10/$50 Purchase
Valid through 6/9/2013

P.S. from Aeropostale – $10/$50 Purchase
Valid through 6/9/2013

The Limited – 40% off Everything
Valid for a limited time

Find other Retail Store Coupons that are still active.
Use the Search Box on the site to find more as well.

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Do you watch Shark Tank? Well I did last weekend because a local company, Tom & Chee was on (and they got a deal!!). They also had another really interesting company that does voice translation with a live person by making a simple phone call.   In their pitch, they mentioned that many of the translators are actually teachers or tutors and can speak multiple languages. That makes sense!

Can you use your skills, talents and education to help educate someone else? You can find online tutoring and teaching jobs and teach people from all around the world. You can teach another language. You can tutor children or adults. Private tutors can also be employed by parents who prefer home schooling for their kids.

If you have knowledge in a specific topic and are interested in helping others learn, explore online education. Becoming a private tutor is an excellent way to establish your own small business.

Working as a Tutor

Parents will hire tutors not only to assist their children who are struggling with certain subjects, but also to give them an edge by preparing them for college. The sessions are done in an informal setting, like the student’s home, your own home or even the library.

As a tutor, you get to enjoy the flexibility of setting your own schedule, although you’ll probably need to work evenings or weekends when students are not in school.

Requirements for Becoming a Tutor

You actually need no specific qualifications to be a tutor, although you can assume that most parents would like you to hold a four-year college degree.  Practical experience can also be useful, such as real-world business or entrepreneurial experience.

Tutoring is a low-cost business to set up, since the students provide most materials, such as textbooks.

Income Potential of Starting Your Own Tutoring Service

Typical tutoring rates start at $15 per hour. Different specialties may demand a higher hourly rate. Think that’s not a lot?

If you tutor 20 hours a week at $20 an hour for 36 weeks each year (the average length of the traditional school year), for example, your annual income would be $14,400. That’s not chump change!

Marketing Your Tutoring Service

Again, we’ll go over marketing next week. But, for tutors or teachers specifically, visit the local schools that you’re interested in and ask about their tutoring needs. If you happen to know any school teachers, contact them to see if they have any students who need tutoring assistance.

Also considering networking with the parents in your own neighborhood or at school-related gatherings. Let your friends at church know that you are available. Even consider to reaching out to local homeschool co-ops if you have a special skill they may need assistance with (foreign language, advanced math or sciences, etc).

If you have a unique way to earn money from home, please share it with us.
I would love to include your experience with our readers!

More in the Earn Money from Home Series

1. Start a Homemade Cake Decorating Business
2. Make Money Doing Freelance Work Online
3. Start a Sewing and Alteration Business
4. How to Self Publish an eBook to Earn Income
5. Offer Babysitting Services
6. Internet Research from Home
7. Earn Money as a Home Organizer
8. Selling Online to Make Extra Income
9. Start a Small Business Doing Odds and Ends Jobs
10. Earn Money By Creating How-To Videos
11. Seasonal Tax Preparation to Earn Additional Income
12. How to Make Money Blogging
13. Home Cooking or Baking Business
14. How to Earn Money as a General Transcriptionist
15. Make Money with Mystery Shopping
16. How to Start Working as a Virtual Assistant

I wanted to remind you to grab the awesome All You Magazine deal while it’s still available. You can buy one subscription to All You and get a second one for FREE!  That is 2 subscriptions for just $19.92! This is the only magazine I will ever pay more than $5 for a 1-year subscription because the coupons alone are worth it!

Purchase the All You Magazine BOGO sale now!

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Graduation means gifts. And if you’re anything like me, you just need inspiration for what to get a newly graduated student. Many of these ideas would be appropriate for a high school graduate entering college. However, some would probably work for a college graduate too who is getting their own apartment.

Many of these items are under $20, while some are around $70. These are very practical gifts as well. I am truly a practical gift giver because I think it makes the most sense :) Whatever your budget or gifting practicalities, I’m sure you will find something to gift to a graduate this season.

1. “Oh the Places You Will Go” book signed by the giver with advice inside.
2. Mini scrapbook with well wishes and advice. There are always great photo deals on these.
3. Collage of pictures of the graduate throughout the year.
4. Homemade coupons for a time in need like “Do my Laundry” “Send me Cookies” etc.
5. “Total Money Makeover” by Dave Ramsey
6. “Start“ by Jon Acuff.
7. Towels and washcloths.
8. Laundry basket with laundry products which can come from your stockpile.
9. Roll of quarters (that they can use for vending machines or laundry).
10. Shower caddy with hygiene products from your stockpile.
11. Gas gift cards purchased.
12. Cookbook with ingredients to make a few meals.
13. Toolkit
    
14. Rain kit: rain poncho, boots and umbrella.
15. Office supplies (be sure to subscribe to our Back to School page so you know when the sales start!).
16. Microwave for late night snacking.
17. Cooler filled with the grad’s favorite snacks.
18. “Getting Things Done“ by David Allen
19. Magazine subscriptions, many are under $5 and you can use their dorm address.
20. Milk crate full of dorm supplies.
21. First Aid Kit.
22. Griddle (if allowed) for making sandwiches and breakfast items.
23. Logo duffle bag with sweatshirt, blankets, sheets.
24. Moleskine Planner to keep them organized.
25. Graduation invitation shredded up inside a clear glass ornament.
26. Bucket with cleaning supplies (from your stockpile).
27. Move night in a box.
28. Self laminating machine in case they need to laminate worksheets or papers.
29. Water pitcher.
30. Computer software to help with productivity (lots of options for this one depending on your OS).
31. Jump drive. You can never have too many jump drives!
32. T-Shirt quilt.
33. T-shirt pillow.
34. Photo Mug with a custom photo of school or their new college logo.
35. Custom notebook.
36. No sew blanket.
37. Extra power chargers.
38. Kindle.
39. Space saving shoe rack. Dorms aren’t that big and any way to organize will help!
40. Wristlet or nice backpack to keep throughout the upcoming years.
41. Bible. The good book. ‘Nuff said.
42. Digital camera.
43. Bike since most incoming freshman cannot have a vehicle.
44. Noise cancelling headphones to use at the library or with a roommate that snores.
45. Luggage for Spring Break!!
46. Board Games for those chill nights. Do they exist in college?
47. Over the Door Mirror since again, space is limited in some dorms.
48. Small Fan that is smaller to attach to the bed headboard. It will drown out the noise of a snoring roommate too.
49. Surge Protector which is essential for all electronics.
50. Extension Cord which can make them BFF with roomies if they have lots of outlets.

Do you have other good graduation gift ideas?
Please leave a comment and let us know!

The Free Stuff page has been updated with some great freebies! Here are a few highlights for your convenience:

• Summer Reading Game Printables
• 81 Overlooked and Undervalued Ways to Save Money by Blake Dresden
• Real Homestead Survivalist by Ed Simms
• Perfectly Paleo by Kelly Smith
• Container Gardening: A Quick Start Guide by Martha Green
• Paleo Desserts by Marriah Smith
• 33 Substitutions to Help You Cook Amazing Foods Even When Your Cupboards are Bare by Christina Jones
• Several more!

Search the Free Stuff page to see a comprehensive list of active Freebies!

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CVS has released a new $2/1 Huggies Pull Ups CVS Coupon that can be stacked with a manufacturer coupon. The best part is these are part of an ECB deal this week – meaning that you can stock up for just $3.33 per pack!

Here are the details:

$10 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack
$10 ECB WYB $30
$2/1 Pull-Ups Training Pants, jumbo pk+ 05/19/2013 SS Insert (exp 06/15/2013)
$2/1 Huggies Pull-Ups Training Pants , Jumbo Pack+
STACK WITH $2/1 Pull Ups CVS Coupon
Net Price $6 each | $3.33 each after Coupons/ECB WYB (3)!

Thanks, Cha Ching On A Shoe String!

Find more CVS Deals + Scenarios before you shop!

Print a Carefree coupon to save $0.50 on (1) Carefree product. There are NO size restrictions on this coupon, so that means FREE liners at Meijer!

$0.99 Carefree Liners, 18 – 22 ct
$0.50/1 Carefree Product
Net Price FREE

Print $0.50/1 Carefree Coupon here. Click on “Personal Care” to find it quickly.

Find more great coupons in the Coupon Database!

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Right now Amazon an awesome deal on Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who DVD for only $0.99.  It is on sale for $4.99 but use coupon code 4OFFDVDS during online checkout which will drop the price to $0.99.

You can use this coupon code to save on more family friendly movies.  You can check out the entire list here.  This one would be great to add to your family movie library!

This will ship for Free with Super Saver Shipping with orders of $25 or more. You can upgrade your membership to Amazon Prime and get Free 2-Day Shipping.

Thanks, The Censible Family!

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Print a very rare Minute Maid Coupon to save $1 on (1) Minute Maid 12 pack of cans!

It’s pretty rare to see coupons like this come around, and with Summer right around the corner, we’re sure to grab a nice sale on these products!

Print a $1/1 Minute Maid Coupon here. Click on “Beverages” to find it quickly.

Find more great coupons in the Coupon Database!

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Before you shop, take a look at the active Meijer Catalina and Promotional Offers. There are a few new offers, as well as a few that expire this shopping week. Also be sure to refer to the Meijer Coupon Policy + FAQ.

View the full list of Meijer sales and create a custom shopping list.

Here are a few of the best deals to pick up this week at the 4 Day Memorial Day Sale beginning Friday:

B1G1 Aunt Millie’s Homestyle Bread, 24 oz; Hearth Hamburger Buns, 8 ct; or Hearth Hot Dog Buns, 8 ct
$0.35/1 Aunt Millie’s Bread Product, Any
$0.35/1 Aunt Millie’s Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns, Any
$0.35/1 Aunt Millie’s Hearth Buns, Any
$0.35/1 Aunt Millie’s Bread, any loaf – 05-05-13 RP

$1.25 Ball Park Meat Franks, 12.8 – 16 oz
Limit 8
Excludes: Beef, Turkey, and Grillmasters
$1.00/2 Ball Park Hot Dogs, Any
$0.75/2 Ball Park Franks, any (Limit 1 coupon per person and per transaction) (Not redeemable in thrift or outlet stores) – 05-05-13 RP
$1.00/2 Ball Park Franks, any (Limit 1 coupon per person and per transaction) (Not redeemable in thrift or outlet stores) – 05-05-13 RP
Net Price $0.75 each

$1.99/lb Certified Angus Beef Ground Beef From Chuck, per lb
Limit 2; Family Pack

$1 Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, Marinades, or Dipping Sauce, 12 – 18 oz
$1.00/2 Sweet Baby Ray’s Products, Any
$1.00/2 Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, Any – 05-19-13 SS
$1.00/4 Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, any – 05-19-13 SS
Net Price $0.50 each

View more Meijer sales and deals this week!

Check the Sale Shopping page for more weekly sales and lists!

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Right now, Lands’ End is offering an additional 20% off Sale and Clearance Items. I found these really cute Women’s Parker Mid Wedge Knotted Espadrilles for only $19.97.  They are on clearance for $24.97 and use coupon code EXCLUSIVE and pin #2226 during online checkout.  You can find it quickly with item #12788-8K1.

These would be perfect for summer and for July 4th with a skirt or even a cute pair of capris.  I was so excited when they had my size available too!

You can get Free shipping with $50 or more purchase.  This deal is valid through 5/26/2013.

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Here are some restaurant coupons and deals available for this weekend (and beyond):

Denny’s – Two FREE Slices of Bacon with Purchase
Valid through 5/25/2013

Shoney’s – FREE All American Burger for Military Members
Valid 5/27/2013

Denny’s – 20% off Check
Valid through 6/1/2013

Waffle House – FREE Hashbrowns
Valid through 6/3/2013

Corner Bakery Cafe – FREE Cup of Soup & Fresh Baked Cookie with Sandwich, Salad or Pasta
Valid through 6/5/2013

Find other Restaurant and Dining Coupons that are still active.
Use the Search Box on the site to find more as well.

Right now, LOL Shirts is offering a $5 off coupon code along Free Shipping.  Use coupon code 5OFFEVERYTHING during online checkout.

I really think this shirt is really funny and would be a fun gift for Father’s Day.  It is $12.99 and you would be able to buy it for $7.99 shipped!

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The Free Stuff page has been updated with some great freebies! Here are a few highlights for your convenience:

• BioTrue Sample
• Does Prayer Change Things? by R.C. Sproul
• Europe’s Financial Crisis by John Authers
• The Last Superhero by Stephen Altrogge
• Outdoor Photography of Japan by Daniel H. Wieczorek
• How To Be Gluten Free by Linda Etherton
• How To Cook Healthy in a Hurry by Helen Cassidy Page
• Several more!

Search the Free Stuff page to see a comprehensive list of active Freebies!

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Here is another post that I wish I would have known about before I started blogging. I feel like my forte in work has always been my administrative and project management skills. If I had created my own business like this before blogging, well, things would be very different.

Since I didn’t do that, I know you can benefit as a Virtual Assistant if you have the skills it takes.

What is a Virtual Assistant

A Virtual Assistant (VA) is an administrative assistant/support team member to help with whatever needs done. What tasks, you ask? Literally whatever the person hiring you needs to have done.

Job duties can range from managing a personal calendar to managing an editorial calendar. There are so many ways to work with someone which is why being flexible is a key to your long-term success.

VA Qualifications

VA’s should have a prior experience with many software packages. Popular choices are Word, Excel, Powerpoint. But, now that translates to using Google Drive and creating documents, spreadsheets and presentations. A VA must also be comfortable communicating online and via phone (or Google Hangouts and Skype instead).

Paying attention to detail is critical since you will be acting as a representative of the company. Also, excellent customer service skills. You may be interfacing with clients or stakeholders in the company, and need to offer superior customer service at all times.

Personally, the VA’s I see as most successful are the ones who require limited direction and are a self-starter. I’ve seen some crash and burn because they require a lot of hand holding. That just won’t fly for VA’s (or anywhere for that matter).

Define Availability and Expectations

The key in being a successful VA is understanding the inner-workings of the company’s operations. Even if it’s an independent business owner (like me), the more you can streamline communication and offer efficiencies, the more invaluable you will be. But, in order to do that, you need to understand what improvements can be made in the day-to-day operations.

Make realistic promises. Start off slow and add clients or responsibilities for clients gradually. The quickest way to lose a good client is by under-delivering. You will the client’s respect and trust.

Be very clear with what days of the week you work, and even your hours. If you need Sunday off, that is totally fine. Just let people know in advance so they can schedule accordingly.

Clearly define your services. When your clients understand up-front what your specialties are, they will be equipped to know what kinds of projects or tasks they can delegate to you.

Given the nature of VA work, defining your availability is also extremely important. You could literally work all day and all night since you’re at home. You don’t want to do this! Not only will you get burnt out fast but you will be less productive without some rest.

Tools Required to Start as a VA

The most common and I would say necessary tools for the job are the most current version of Microsoft Office. You should have and be comfortable using Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access. If you are working with clients that use the web, understanding HTML is a plus! You can often attend free classes at the local libraries on these software packages.

So much of a VA’s work is based online so having DSL is crucial. Also consider having a backup source in case your DSL is down so you can continue with projects. Being familiar with Google Hangouts and Skype is a also a plus since that may be how you communicate with clients.

The overhead costs for VA’s are minimal. So, put your investment into your home office equipment and purchase quality over price. Having the latest technology on hand and continuing to acquire and master new skills will increase your desirability and worth in the eyes of your clients. It will also demonstrate your commitment to your career.

Getting Clients

Getting that first client is the biggest hurdle, but it’s not impossible. If you know friends who are online, ask them if they need help. Possibly barter your services in exchange for a testimonial on your site or LinkedIn. Getting a recommendation from someone who is influential can go a long way!

Also start with some of the sites I mentioned in another post in this series, Make Money Doing Freelance Work Online. Again, you may want to consider those lower paying jobs initially to get those referrals.  In time, you can establish your true hourly rate and it may just be quadruple what you started our earning!

I can’t stress this enough:  pay attention to your accuracy and final product that you submit to your clients. Meet all of your deadlines, and know at least two days ahead of time if you are not going to be able to meet them. Communicate that to your client before the project is late and keep in communication on a daily basis from the beginning to the end of all projects with brief status reports. This will ensure your rate stays the same and you continue to get referrals.

Smart business owners understand the value of a VA. For my business, I know I can hand off projects and a team member manages it to the end. That confidence I have is really priceless. I know that delegating projects to talented individuals will help me make more money down the road.

If you have a unique way to earn money from home, please share it with us.
I would love to include your experience with our readers!

More in the Earn Money from Home Series

1. Start a Homemade Cake Decorating Business
2. Make Money Doing Freelance Work Online
3. Start a Sewing and Alteration Business
4. How to Self Publish an eBook to Earn Income
5. Offer Babysitting Services
6. Internet Research from Home
7. Earn Money as a Home Organizer
8. Selling Online to Make Extra Income
9. Start a Small Business Doing Odds and Ends Jobs
10. Earn Money By Creating How-To Videos
11. Seasonal Tax Preparation to Earn Additional Income
12. How to Make Money Blogging
13. Home Cooking or Baking Business
14. How to Earn Money as a General Transcriptionist
15. Make Money with Mystery Shopping

Here is a recipe that I hope you will enjoy from Applebees.  Now you can not go wrong with whatever you get at this neat little neighborhood restaurant.

I tried this at home even though I changed up a couple of things.  I cut up the chicken and stirred it into the pasta, but you can leave it whole and just place it on top.

Copy Cat Applebees 3 Cheese Chicken Penne Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup Italian dressing
• 3 cups Penne pasta
• 15 oz jar of  Alfredo Sauce
• 10 cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
• 4 basil leaves (sliced into very thin strips or chiffonade)
• 1 clove Garlic (chopped fine)
• 6 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese

Cooking Instructions

{Step 1}  Marinate chicken in Italian dressing for 30 minutes

{Step 2}  Mix together tomatoes, oil, garlic and basil.  Set aside

{Step 3}  Cook Penne as directed

{Step 4}  Grill chicken (or brown in skillet until done).  Then cut in 1 inch pieces.

{Step 5}  Drain pasta and stir in tomato/oil mixture

{Step 6}  Pour Alfredo sauce over pasta and stir in cut up chicken

{Step 7}  Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and serve.

Meal Cost

When you add garlic bread and a salad, it is a very quick, inexpensive weeknight meal.  Instead of spending about $15 a person, (with drink and tip) you could spend about $8.50  for a family of four.  That’s a savings in anybody’s wallet.

Amazon has a great deal on the Biggest Loser Cookbook: Flavors of the World Cookbook for only $1.92 ( a $21.99 Value).  It includes more thab 75 easy ethnic dishes from around the world.  It has been on the New York Best Sellers List and would be great to spice up your weekly meal plan.

This will ship for Free with Super Saver Shipping with orders of $25 or more. You can upgrade your membership to Amazon Prime and get Free 2-Day Shipping.

Thanks, Utah Sweet Savings!

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There is a new Pampers Gifts to Grow Code. Just log in or sign up here and enter code NLMAYFLOWER2013 to receive 10 points. Be sure to check out this post which contains several more active codes to enter into your account!

This code is valid through 6/4/2013.

Don’t forget to check out the Pampers Gifts to Grow Referral Program.
Share a good deal with your friends AND get rewarded for it too!

If you find any of those codes have expired, please let us know. We will update the post to keep it current.

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Kroger has a new twist on their bonus fuel points. Head on over to your Kroger account to clip the eCoupon valid for 2x Fuel Points on qualifying grocery purchases made this Friday – Sunday through June 30. This is a nice way to save a little bit on your fuel if you have any Summer trips coming up!

There is also a coupon in the ad this week if you would prefer to use that rather than your Kroger card.