Tax Prep Resources
Interested in filing your tax return for free, right from the Irs.gov web site? Go here to read about the federal government’s Free File program and who is eligible to use it to prepare and/or electronically submit tax returns at no cost.
TurboTax is offering a free online version of its 2009 federal tax filing software! It’s a very simple, “walk-you-through” approach. PLUS, you can file your taxes for free using their e-filing service! Optional state filing software runs $27.95.
If you have more complex tax needs, Intuit has cut the prices of the more robust TurboTax software too. Home & Office – is just $48.70. The same program was closer to $80.00 last year. Go here to see what’s available.
Thanks, The Coupon Project!
If you prefer H&R Block, – you can print off a coupon for $20 off at H&R Block retail locations. It’s good thru April 15th! It is not valid on 1040EZ forms.
Thanks, Thrifty Northwest Mom and One Cheap Chick!
Mommy Cards–SUCH a good idea!
Tired of writing out all your family info over and over for babysitters, coaches, playdates? This is the first I’ve heard of ”Mommy Cards,” but I want ‘em! VistaPrint is offering 100 personalized cards for $1.99. S/H is another $4.44. Soooo, for less than $7.00, you’re the coolest mommy on the block!
Sneaky inside tip: while on the site, I also noticed personal cards–more or less the same thing–100 for .99 cents. Take a look and pick your favorite here.
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C’mon, who do you love, baby?
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Yeee! Be Ruby Is Back!
Be Ruby is a simple way to make money doing something you’re doing anyway…by logging on with Be Ruby, you hit all your usual sites, like Facebook, etc. and make money doing it! There’s some special deals that you’ll also make money on if you want to buy through them. I started with Be Ruby back in November and I’ve made over $100.00 since by shopping and surfing through Be Ruby! It’s a free-bee signup, you can learn more here.
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Your Art Masterpiece for Valentine’s Day!
Canvas People is offering a free-bee 8×10 photo canvas for Valentine’s Day–you on canvas–that’s art, baby! You can order a larger size for an additional fee, add a frame, photo effects, etc. They’re also offering 50% off and free-bee shipping for a second order. For ore info, go here.
Wear Red For 20% Off At Macy’s
Macy’s stores will be offering a 20% discount both in stores and online from Wednesday February 3rd – Sunday February 7th for any customer who wears red into one of their stores as part of their “Wear Red Sale”. The 20% discount will be on select regular priced, sale, & clearance items. Sneaky inside tip: If you forget to wear red, you can purchase a “Red Dress Pin” for $2.00 for the same savings – all proceeds of the pin will go towards the American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” movement.
Sneaky inside tip #2: the same offer applies online for fashion and home purchases, use the code WEARRED to get your 20% discount at checkout. (Editor’s note: this is a cause near and dear to my heart–get it? Heart! Hah!–because of a heart condition I developed during my pregnancy with the twins. You’d be surprised at how common it is.)
Thanks, my beloved Thrifty Northwest Mom!
Have A Little Sweetie With Autism? Here’s A Wonderful, Free-Bee Resource
Hey locals, take a look at this:
Sketching up autism: Google workshop helps parents and teachers of children with autism. The University of Utah, Google and Universal Studios Creative will host a free workshop and tutorial on the SketchUp software for parents and teachers of children with autistic characteristics. The SketchUp workshop will take place on Saturday, Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon in 320 Alfred Emery Building, 225 S. 1400 East in President’s Circle. The event is free and open to the public. For more information click here.
Sneaky inside tip: if this is something you’d like to bring into your local Autism community, Project Spectrum (http://sketchup.google.com/spectrum),is a partnership between SketchUp and educational outlets, designed to get the software into the hands of kids and teens with autism for free.
$15.00 off $15.00 or more at the Limited
New coupon from The Limited: take $15 off your purchase, $30 off of $100 or $50 off of $100. This is good February 1-15th.
New Music Fiend? This is for you!
Become a fan of iTunes on Facebook and get a free 20 song Artists to Watch Sampler. Here’s more info:
“Enjoy your free 20 song Artists to Watch Sampler from iTunes. This free sampler features music from Fanfarlo, Cold Cave, Local Natives, Surfer Blood and many more. Codes are available while supplies last”
Thanks, Freebies 4 Mom!
BOGO Free at Peet’s Coffee!
Use this coupon get a BOGO offer from Peet’s coffee! Just bring a friend, buy them a coffee, and you get one free! Valid thru Feb 3rd, 2010.
Thanks, Seattle Mom’s Deal Finder!
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Ready To Coupon?
"Extreme Couponing" on TLC has done one thing for all us would-be frugalistas--while no one I know wants to be quite that crazed, couponing is looking more attractive, am I right? Here's your coupon options in a tidy, almost shamefully easy format:
Cellfire loads coupons directly to your card. Scan that bad boy at checkout--no clipping!
Coupons.com, hands-down my favorite for ease of navigation and big fat coupons. You'll need to download a toolbar to print. Do not fear the toolbar, it will bring you many goodies.
Coupon Deals Daily.com offers 50-90% off items locally available. Worth checking often, since nothing lasts for long.
So, "catalinas" are the slips of paper-style coupons you get at checkout along with your reciept to use for next time. Print them on Coupon Network.com, and use them THIS trip. Clever you!
No insurance? Or does your lousy coverage refuse to pay for certain medications? Enter the Pharmacy Coupons--this network allows you to print coupons for up to 75% off your prescription costs. In the economy? A literal lifesaver.
Red Plum Coupons cover a huge variety--everything from grocery to your local tire store. Take a look around by clicking below.
Do you have estrogen? Then you will love Woman Freebies.com. They send free girly samplys and piles of high-value coupons. No catch!
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