Yes, you've heard it all: you can get money for nothing. Well, not much in life is really free, but if you are smart, you can save a little bit of money here and there and build up a lot of money. Have you already shook the money tree? If so, tell me where it is so I can get my fair share. Seriously, if you want money for nothing, you'll have to work for it. Let's look at some places where you can get money for nothing.
Clip coupons. All of those coupons you see in the Sunday paper, get in the mail, and even see on your computer screen are there for you to use. Just cut out the coupons, walk to your local grocery store, and use the "cents off" savings to get money for free. Even though you won't get a big wad of cash, you can still keep the money you save. Even better, shop at those grocery stores that will double or even triple the money you save.
File Your Tax Return - So, you didn't file your tax returns in 2003, 2004, and 2005 because you didn't make much money, right? Well, you might be passing up free money. Depending on how your family is set up, you may not be getting the earned income tax credit for your children. If you don't file, you won't get the free money, which could be worth several thousand dollars per year.
Rebate It - Oh, your new colour printer is a real hoot! Did you notice that it came with a $20 rebate? The $99 sale price was a good deal, but did you find any other ways to save money with that offer? For the price of a stamp, you can send in a rebate and wait a few weeks for your $20 check. Free cash? Yes, most people don't bother to cash in their rebates.
So, you're over 65 and you're having a hard time making ends meet. Well, in some places, help is as close as the office where you pay your property tax. You might not have to pay the full amount of your property tax every year. In some places, seniors with low incomes can get a property tax discount of up to 10% every year. Especially if you live in a high-tax area, that could save you hundreds of dollars.
Take a Survey: Most of those people in the mall who want you to fill out surveys will pay you to do so. Usually, you'll get $5 or a coupon for a free McDonald's meal. In some situations, you might be able to take a much longer survey. If so, you could get free money worth hundreds of dollars.
Yes, you should read all the details of any offer because some are definitely "too good to be true." But there are many other ways to get money for nothing. Check around to see what offers are available in your area. Someone has to get the free money, so why not you?
