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Maximize Q2 2019 Chase Freedom 5% Cash Back

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Maximize Q2 2019 Chase Freedom 5% Cash Back. If you have a regular Chase Freedom credit card (not Freedom Unlimited) you may be aware of the 5% cash back quarterly bonus for spending up to $1,500 in specific categories each quarter. Q2 April 1-June 30, 2018 categories are: Grocery Stores (with … [Read more...] about Maximize Q2 2019 Chase Freedom 5% Cash Back

$20 off Sam’s Club membership

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$20 off Sam’s Club membership. If you've been thinking about getting a Sam's Club for warehouse shopping, now is the time. This is a great way to try it out and see the savings for yourself. A membership normally costs $45. Now for a limited time sign up through my link (thank you in advance) and … [Read more...] about $20 off Sam’s Club membership

Save at Shops at North Bridge

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I posted about the savings with Spring Rewards here.  Shopper Rewards works just like Spring Rewards (Spring Rewards runs Shopper Rewards). Location: Shops at North Bridge, 520 N. Michigan and select stores and restaurants in the Shops at North Bridge District Overview When you sign up for … [Read more...] about Save at Shops at North Bridge

Maxwell Street Market: Thrift Shopping every Sunday

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Maxwell Street Market: Thrift Shopping every Sunday When: Every Sunday, 7 am - 3 pm Free Admission. Where: 800 S. Desplaines from Polk to Taylor streets. There’s limited FREE parking on Desplaines from Harrison to Polk, and on Desplaines from Taylor to Roosevelt. The Maxwell Street Market is … [Read more...] about Maxwell Street Market: Thrift Shopping every Sunday

25% off entire Walgreens purchase

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25% off entire Walgreens purchase When: Valid March 10-12, 2019 Where: In-store and online Walgreens is offering 25% off your entire purchase (or online order) for regularly priced items for limited dates.  Balance Rewards members must clip the 25% coupon to their account online or in app … [Read more...] about 25% off entire Walgreens purchase

Handmade Market at Empty Bottle

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Handmade Market at Empty Bottle connects the makers of beautiful things to people who appreciate the unique and handmade. When: October-April, 12:00PM-4:30PM, Saturday January 12, Sunday January 27, Saturday February 9, Sunday February 24, Saturday March 9, Sunday March 24, Saturday April 13, … [Read more...] about Handmade Market at Empty Bottle

Walmart Grocery Deal

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Walmart Grocery Deal. The Deal Now through April 30 when first order only for Walmart Grocery Pickup & Delivery, in available markets. Minimum order of $50. Offer not transferable, and void where prohibited by law. Does not apply to alcohol purchases. Customer responsible for all applicable … [Read more...] about Walmart Grocery Deal

Vintage Garage Chicago

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Vintage Garage Chicago. Where: The Vintage Garage Chicago, 5051 N. Broadway in Uptown. When:  In 2019 the Garage where the Vintage Garage Sale is held will be under construction so they will be on hiatus. Consider attending the 3nd annual Chicago Vintage Clothing & Jewelry Show at St. … [Read more...] about Vintage Garage Chicago

Save money at Chicago area used book sales

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Save money at Chicago area used book sales. Used book sales are a great way to buy books on the cheap and to help library systems raise badly needed revenue.   It's also great for the environment when we reuse old books rather than buying new one's. Always call to confirm all information before … [Read more...] about Save money at Chicago area used book sales

How to save money at CVS

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How to save money at CVS. The same rules apply at CVS that apply to all shopping. Shop when the price is right and never run out of anything! The best way to do this is to keep a price book (#24).  CVS has some great deals when you find a sale and then utilize the following techniques to save even … [Read more...] about How to save money at CVS

How to save money at Walgreens

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How to save money at Walgreens.  Walgreens is super convenient but no one wants to pay full price for that convenience.  If you employ a few methods you may be able to save money on many of the items that you purchase there. Join the Balance Rewards program As soon as you join add the everyday … [Read more...] about How to save money at Walgreens

Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

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Senior Savings Day at Walgreens. On the first Tuesday of the month, Walgreens offers customers age 55 and older a 20% discount on all regularly priced merchandise in-store.  If you are shopping online make sure your birthday is entered into your Walgreens account and then use the Promo code … [Read more...] about Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

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