Make Money While Shopping on These Cool Websites
Printable Coupons, Rebates, and Cash Back Puts Money in the Pocket
Sep 24, 2009
Shopping online has become popular in recent years due to convenience, competitive pricing, and the ability to find stuff that can’t be found anywhere else.
Whether it’s a book on Amazon or a kitschy porcelain figurine on eBay, there’s something fun about shopping on the web and having it sent directly to the home. Better yet, getting cash back on purchases made online can fund future purchases. Here’s how.
Earn Money with Bing?
Microsoft’s recent challenge to Google’s dominance in the world of online searches and free web services is the 2009 launch of Bing.
Users shopping on any one of Bing’s sponsored online stores will receive cash back between 1 to 25 percent. Rebate funds are available after 60 days of purchase with a minimum of $5 in the account. Payment is made through PayPal, direct deposit, or paper check. Shoppers can accrue up to $2,500 per calendar year.
FatWallet
FatWallet is similar to Bing with offerings ranging from online coupons, cashback shopping, and forums to discuss amazing deals with others. Shop at hundreds of online stores and receive a percentage cash back.
And it’s not just money back on consumer goods – customers also get rebates on postage, travel, entertainment tickets, and communications. Payment is made via check or PayPal once the account reaches $10 in rebates.
Ebates
Select a gift card bonus, then shop at over 1,100 Ebates-sponsored stores. Money back varies from percentage to flat dollar amount. Accrue $5.01 in cash back rebates and get a check in the mail. Also receive online coupons and coupon codes, view the Deals of the Week, and get in on exclusive offers. Refer friends to Ebates and everyone receives a $5 bonus.
ShopAtHome
ShopAtHome’s motto is, “Saving Money is Easy and Fun.” With deals including over 150,000 online coupons, codes, and cash back on purchases, the site may be on to something. But there’s more: view or request free catalogs; read the community shopping blog; receive discounts on services including travel and education; get free samples; and save money with printable grocery coupons.
Upromise
Upromise is a unique site that has partnered with thousands of online retailers to give shoppers money toward a college education. Sign up with the site for free and receive rebates for purchases made through the education savings portal. Once the account has reached at least $25 in earnings, the money can be used to grow funds in a tax-free 529 Plan, pay down existing Sallie Mae student loans, or simply collect a check for college expenses.
For those who prefer shopping from the comfort of home, it’s an even greater comfort knowing the consumer can earn money toward future purchases. Using sites such as Bing, FatWallet, Ebates, ShopAtHome, and Upromise, shoppers can save tons of cash while having fun in the process.
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