So many people are now looking to the internet to make some much needed cash. They are signing up for things like life insurance leads and make money with Google so fast that many are not reading the fine print. Many, not all of these programs are scams. In fact my own step father recently did this, but once he got access to the website he realized it was a huge scam.

Yep, most of the things you will run across on your search to make money are scams. Even those post for mystery shopping, at home workers and online help needed that you see on job search sites are all scams. Why? Well lets look at mystery shopping, something I have been doing for over 5 years. If you click on these sites you will find that they want you to pay a lot of money to start shopping or they claim to give you a gift card to use for shopping. I will tell you now, never pay to shop and be very weary of any company that wants to send you a $1000 gift card. Some companies will send gift cards, but they are usually for $10-$20. Just enough for you to do that one shop. Keep in mind though these companies are very few and far between. If you are looking into mystery shopping check out the MSPA website, these are legitimate companies.

As for anything you will find online, don’t spend money if it is just for a kit or for access to a website. These usually will not be helpful and you will spend more money one these things then you would trying to find a real world job. If you like to write, get a blog, there are many free sites that host blogs out there. If you know something about websites start one up hosting is not very expensive and is a legitimate cost.

Most of all do research and be a Savey Spender when it comes to making money online. If you think before you act you should be okay.

This contest is being held by a new blogger, Misty who is also a moderator on my forum cashandchat. She is giving away one Scentsy plug in warmer to one lucky commenter. All you have to do is tell her why you like saving money. I’m sure you can come up with something!

The contest ends on June 23rd and the winner will be drawn then. I have myself won a scentsy car freshener from Misty and I loved it. They really have a great smell to them. I myself am thinking of being very greedy and entering the contest just because I loved the air freshener so much!

Enter here to win.

Today I got a chance to try the new Watermelon flavor of Dannon Light and Fit yogurt. I thought it had an interesting taste, not bad, but not the greatest. It is something I would eat again, but probably not a product that I would head to the store and stock up on because I have to have.

It does taste like watermelon, but I believe my problem with it is the yogurt texture, it’s creamy and apparently I don’t like watermelon with cream. If you think you might I suggest you try it out for yourself. The watermelon flavor is part of the seasonal delights line. There are two other flavors the website list, Pineapple coconut, and pomegranate berry, both of which I want to try. I’m not sure why but this watermelon flavor is not listed, so I hope if you want to try it you can find it.

If you want to save on your next purchase check out the Dannon coupon page.

Yesterday I got a chance to try the new Quiznos Torpedoes and they were worth the extravagance. I say extravagance because they have 81 carbohydrates in them. Not a bad thing if you eat half then take the other home, but I ate the whole thing!

I had the turkey pesto and I loved it. The crunchiness of the bread along with the tang of the pesto was really good. I also was a huge fan of the healthy toppings. Of course they have other types of torpedoes, my friend had the Italian and she loved it. Also its a great bargain for your dollar, the torpedo is only $4 right now and if you split that up for 2 meals it’s $2 per meal. Not a bad deal in times like this. I think next time I get one I will have to restrain myself and take the other half home.

If your interested in trying this for yourself you can visit the Quiznos toasty torpedoes website where you can play a game for a coupon and place your order online!

my rateing of this product

10/10

I have in my arsenal of things a wonderful perfume from Yves Rocher an all natural European beauty company.

Neonatura is a very interesting, woodsy smelling perfume and you can win a bottle of it just by being a savey spender!

Rules:

You must live in the United States.

If you win you must claim your prize by sending me your address, do not post it in a comment.

Use your real email address in your comment so that I can contact you if you win. (emails will not be used for any other reason)

How to enter:

Leave a comment= 1 entry

Subscribe to my RSS feed= 1 entry+ 1 comment entry (please leave a comment telling me you have subscribed)

Write a blog post about the contest = 5 entry’s

Twitter about this contest= 2 entry’s (Use @cristlegirl)

Follow Me on Twitter= 1 entry (comment here or dm me letting me know)

The winner will be drawn June 1st  randomly. You will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If you do not I will draw another winner.

*this contest is not sponsored by yves rocher or anyone affiliated with them.

Good Luck!

With warm weather starting I have noticed more and more people buying fat burner pills and diet pills. These things just do not work and don’t waste your money on them. If your looking for a fast easy way to lose weight do what I am doing watch what you eat.

A few weeks ago I read an article about Americans and how much they eat. Pretty much it stated that there is no way we can burn off the extra calories we eat. Not even if we spent all day on the treadmill. The key to losing weight is to cut down on your calories. I use online websites to help me keep track of my food and weight. It’s nice to see that graph pointing down. The best part is most of these are free, I love spark people where you can get a Free Online Diet Plan and I suggest you check that site out first. Lose weight and keep it off, don’t spend money on something that is not going to work.

On my home decor tips blog I talk a lot about saving money by updating your home. Right now it is hard for many people to get home loans so they are stuck where they are at. Now if you live in a home you own you can do some updating that is very cheep to make your home look and feel different. If you rent, you may want to see if they will allow you to make some changes for a discount in rent.

One way you can update your home on a savey spender budget is to check out new and different light fixtures. Light fixtures are easy to install as long as your putting them in existing areas. If your adding new you may want to call and electrician.

Another way to update your home is to paint, paint is inexpensive and can be changed easily. Choose colors that work will with your furniture and your life style, bold colors are great, but only if you have the furnishings to go with it.

The last cheep update is to change out handles in your kitchen and your bath. Sometimes updating just those little things can change the look of the room. If you don’t have handles on your cabinets skip this tip and update your faucets. Find a stylish faucet and it will do wonders for your kitchen and bath.

Do you have a high school or even collage graduate that is looking at moving into a cramped space? Well if you are on the hunt for the perfect graduation gift you should take a look at the Aero Garden. It makes a great graduation gift and will also help keep them fed while they are away at collage or starting that new job and paying off those horrible and money sucking student loans.

You can save so much money by growing your own food and you have many different types of gardens to grow in the areo garden. You can use it for herbs, lettuce, peppers, tomatoes and more. You can even grow flowers if you don’t want to grow food. This of course is a great gift for anyone who loves to cook or loves fresh vegetables but can not grow them. I myself plan on getting one once I move as I’m sure I will be in an apartment and I love my fresh vegetables. Another great reason to buy the aero garden is that you get free shipping on any order of $25 or more.

Looking to save some cash? If you have already cut your eating out, and getting your hair done your doing well. But if you are still looking for some extra cash you should take a look at the following and cut those out as well.

10. That expensive coffee drink. You think you need it, but really you could make better at home.

9. The gym membership. It’s summer, take a walk outside and buy a couple of free weights.

8. That weight loss supplement that doesn’t work. Figure out what motivates you to not do something and think of that every time you go to over eat.

7. Gas. Plan your day out so that you don’t leave the house more then once. If you have a date or important event, take your clothes with you to work and change there or somewhere else.

6. Expensive diet foods. Again some of these are just not worth the price, buy them on sale if you must get them. Better yet, buy your food in bulk and make your own meals ahead of time.

5. The extra stuff for your cell phone. Do you really need another new ring tone or a new game? Cut out those tiny expenses and put the money to good use.

4. Expensive clothing. Thrift shop, sometimes you can find that same brand name shirt for a lot less then you would pay at a store.

3. Internet. If you have to have it, see if you have a close neighbor that is willing to split the bill with you. If you can share the cost and use a wireless router you both will save some money.

2. Movie and movie rentals. Have a movie night with all of your friends and take turns paying for the movie and snacks.

1. Throwing things out. Reuse everything. You can use the plastic bags you get at the store for trash. reuse milk jugs for planters or to hold other liquid in and use already used dryer sheets in your dresser drawers to keep your clothing smelling nice.

If you have not been to a thrift store yet you should check it out. Many people don’t like thrift stores as they think that everything is junky and used. I love thrift shopping and trust me not everything is junk and some of it is even brand new. I recently went with a friend of mine and I got a long wool coat for $8 and a brand new pair of sketchers sandals for $3. They still had the price tag on them and everything.

You can find more then just clothes too. If your starting a new home business you can find office furniture for less then $50 much cheaper then you can get at a store. You also can get a new sofa, china cabinet or dinning room set. Really you can find almost anything at a thrift store. Some even sell things to help you fix your home like doors, nails and tile.