FREE Finance Software to Start The Year RIGHT!

Last year about this time I was introduced to Mint.com. I tried it for a few weeks and I loved it. You can read what I had to say about it here but I was anxious to come back and review this program after a year.
Mint has been a HUGE time-saver for me! My favorite features include being able to set up my own categories and budgets that are specific to our family. I also love all the visual tools they have available. A quick glance on the bar graph lets me know if we are on track with our budget for this month or not. I also really enjoyed looking at the data over a year's time to really see where our money goes. What can I say, I'm a sucker for pie charts. ;)
One of the neatest features is being able to "split" a transaction. Let's say I'm at Target purchasing household items and also picking up a birthday gift. Instead of me having to "split" the transaction at Target, I can do it with a click of the mouse at home and designate just how much of the purchase should go into each category. They also have apps for iPhone and Android, so you can check it on the go.
It's the start of a new year, which is the perfect time to get your finances in order. I hope that you will love MINT just as much as I do. Did I mention that it was FREE? Check it out for yourself.


Mint.com also comes with some amazing reviews from Time, PC Mag, and Money Magazine who give it extremely high marks for security, functionality, and ease of use!

FREE Father's Day Cards

I've got 2 great deals for ya on Father's Day cards. They're so great, they are FREE!

• Card Store - Get a FREE Father's Day card using code SENDDAD. Send it to your recipient for FREE too!
• Tiny Prints - Get 2 FREE Father's Day card using code FDGIFT and FREEFD. Ship it to yourself for FREE or to your recipient for $0.44.

I went ahead and had mine shipped directly to their recipient because you could pick the mailing date. One less thing to worry about, right?! They were quick and easy to make and I personalized them with my own photo(s).

Remember, Father's Day is June 19th.

If you are looking for a cool gift to put inside your card, check out this deal.

Work From Home Opportunity & FREE laptop!

I get asked about my at-home job a lot. I'm a medical transcriptionist and it has provided the income and flexibility needed for me to stay home with our daughter.

You can read more about my journey with medical transcription here and here.

I just found out that the school I attended is offering a huge discount this month ($300 credit) or a FREE laptop! That is an amazing offer. However, you must enroll by May 31st!

If you are interested in medical transcription or billing & coding, visit my alumi page to request information or call to enroll. Be sure to mention my ID (ref13748) to receive this tuition special or get your FREE laptop with enrollment.

Also, if you are a military spouse you may use MyCAA funding towards any of the Career Step programs, which can cover up to 100% of the tuition costs.

75 FREE Prints from Snapfish - TODAY ONLY!

Here's another awesome photo deal!

Use code ISTOCK75 at Snapfish to get yourself 75 FREE 4x6 prints!! This deal is valid TODAY ONLY.

If you are an Ebates member, shop through them to get 11.5% back.

Note: Shipping is $4.42 making this about $0.05 per print. Still an awesome deal!

Thanks Faithful Provisions!

CVS Gift Card Promo

The $5 gift card promotion is back from CVS this year.

When you buy a $25 gift card online, you will also get a $5 gift card FREE! You can personalize it for a friend or just get it for yourself. :)

If you ask me, that's an easy way to get five bucks!

Thanks Faithful Provisions!

FREE Christmas Cards

Have you ordered your Christmas cards yet? I ordered ours last night complete with our picture in front of Cinderella's beautiful castle - squee!!!

If you still need cards this is a pretty cool deal. You can get 25 FREE 4x8 cards from by signing up at SeeHere.com and using code 25cards.

Note: Shipping is only $2.49 when you order 24 cards or $4.99 if you order 25+.

If you shop through Ebates you will also get 12% back. Plus, new members get $5 just for signing up.

Note: Ebates rewards you on your pre-coupon price! :)

Thanks Mommies With Cents!

FREEBIE: 2011 Calendar from Betty Crocker

Go sign up to receive a FREE 2011 Betty Crocker calendar. Can't beat free!

Thanks Mommies With Cents!

2 new Pampers Codes

Here are two new Pampers Gift to Grow codes. Both are worth 10 points each.

• FBHALLOWEEN2010
• NOVFACEBOOK2010

What have you redeemed your points for? Are you saving up for something special?

FREEBIE: $3 Amazon MP3 Credit

Use code STUDENT3 to get $3.00 in Amazon MP3 credit. Since most songs are $0.99 this will get you 3 tracks. You can also use this credit toward the purchase of an album. This promo code ends tonight (Nov.1) at midnight.

I saw several Christmas albums for $5 and the new Taylor Swift album is only $3.99. You will need to enter the code in your account and then Go here to start shopping.

FREEBIE: John Frieda Luxurious Volume

Kroger is offering free samples of John Frieda Luxurious Volume. Head over here to get yours. Kroger Plus Card # is optional, so this one is open to everybody.

Thanks Faithful Provisions!

FREE Printer Paper

Paper can get expensive, especially if you print a lot of coupons.

This week at Office Max you can score a free BOX of printer paper. This deal is valid in stores or online (limit 3). The boxes are on sale for $39.99 with 100% back in Max Perks Rewards.

It's free to sign up for Max Perks. They offer an option for Businesses and Teachers.

If you are going to do this deal online be sure to shop through Ebates to get 3% back. You can also pair this with some of the other "Free after Max Perks" items. Once you get to $50, you will get FREE shipping too.

Since the limit is 2, I will probably purchase 1 for myself and 1 for my daughter's school. Can't beat FREE!

Lots of FREEBIES!

Fall break starts today and I thought a few FREEBIES might make this great day even better.

• Extra Gum - Facebook fans can choose 1 of 3 flavors.
• Oxy Skin Care - Get a sample pack with face wash, moisturizer and treatment gel.
• 20 Photo Cards - Use code BABYMAIL to get 4x8 flat cards from Snapfish. Shipping is extra ($5.99).
• Kleenex Package - This one you actually share with a friend.
• Kashi Snacks - Choose from crackers or a cereal bar.
• Shout Color Catcher - Comes with sample & coupons.
• Redbox Code - Text TREAT to 727272. Valid TODAY ONLY! Here's a list of more Rexbox codes to try anytime.
• 3 months of FREE shipping at Amazon
• Bottle of Advil
• Pampers Points - 10PTSFREECODE4U (10), JOINNOW4REWARDS (50), GIFTSTOGROW4MOM (50), 2BEGINEARNING50 (50)

Remember, some FREEBIES go fast! Better hurry.

Thanks Mommies with Cents, Faithful Provisions, Freebies Galore, & Hannah!

FREEBIE: Box Barilla Pasta

The freebies just keep on coming today. This one is from Vocalpoint. Get a full-sized box of Barilla Plus Pasta.

Go here to request your box.

Vocalpoint is one of my favorite sites. They always have great freebies and samples!

Thanks I Heart Publix!

FREEBIE: Bounce Dryer Bar

Viewpoints members can get a free Bounce Dryer Bar. I tried these for the 1st time last year and I love them!

Get yours here.

Viewpoints is FREE and they often have great freebies and samples.

Thanks Spend Less and Save More!

FREEBIE: Tide & Glad Samples

Target is offering 2 great samples via their Sample Spot. You can try

• Tide with Acti-Lift Detergent
• Glad OdorShield Trash Bags with Febreeze

Go here to register for your samples. It took me less than 60 seconds to do both.

Thanks Frugal Fun and Fortune!

FREEBIE: Bottle of Advil

Hurry! The first 500,000 to register will get a FREE coupon for a bottle of Advil. You can use it towards 24 count Tablets or 20 count Liqui-Gels. Go here to request your coupon.

Thanks Spend Less and Save More

FREEBIE: Pringles Xtreme Coupon

Pringles is giving away coupons for a FREE can of new Pringles Xtreme. Head on over to Facebook to complete this offer. It says the coupon will be mailed to you. Hurry, sometimes these offers go fast!

While you are there, don't forget to "Like" Coupon Queen Diaries.

FREEBIE: Full-Size Tub of Cottonelle Fresh Wipes

Cottonelle is offering a coupon for a tub of their Cotonelle Fresh Wipes for you AND a friend.

Go here to get yours. The coupon will be mailed to you in 3-4 weeks.

Better hurry. I'm not sure how much longer this one will last. It's a good one. I love these!

(Thanks, Hip2Save)

September 25th Museum Day = FREE Date!

Put September 25th on your calendar. The Smithsonian is offering another FREE museum day. This offer allows you and a guest a complementary visit to one of their participating museums.

Since the offer is limited to one per household, I always use this opportunity as a date for me and the hubby. Last year we went to The Hermitage. This year, I'm thinking we might try the Country Music Hall of Fame.

You can view a list of participating locations in your area and get your ticket.

(Thanks, Faithful Provisions)

Nashville: Adventure Science Center FREE Admission

Visit the Adventure Science Center and explore the exhibits for FREE on Sunday, September 12th from 12:30-5:30 pm. This event is sponsored by Regions Bank.

"Regions Free Days" highlight a different landmark, event or attraction in Middle Tennessee each month. Ms. Cheap has a look at the entire schedule for 2010.