Earn, Save & Live Smart
Get more from your money with rebate and cashback apps! This section shows you the best apps to earn cashback on everyday purchases. Learn how to use these apps to save on groceries, gas, and more. It’s like putting free money back into your pocket! Perfect for stretching your budget further. Start turning your receipts into rewards and enjoy the extra savings!
We all know that saving money is awesome. But what if you could actually get paid for saving money and tracking your monthly spending? Well, say hello to the brand new Spendback Expenses Tracker app. Spendback is a new iOS app that legitimately pays you for logging your daily expenses. It also has tons of … Read more
If you’ve been following The Budget Diet for a while, you know I’m always testing realistic ways to cut expenses without feeling deprived. I don’t want extreme couponing, spreadsheets, or lifestyle gymnastics…I want simple wins that actually make a difference for my budget! That’s exactly how Coupert ended up surprising me. Coupert is a popular … Read more
Snaplii is a US and Canadian rewards app where you can earn cash back by shopping at your favorite brands. And the app has a unique system where you can earn even more cash back by purchasing gift cards at 300+ retailers. Overall, it’s a legit app and fun way to save more money. Buying … Read more
If you’ve spent any time on TikTok or Facebook, chances are you’ve seen ads for Blidz, a shopping and rewards app promising deals so cheap they almost sound too good to be true. And Blidz now offers opportunities to earn money online as well, which seems like quite the enticing combo. However, I signed up … Read more
A rewards app called BrandBee has been growing rapidly in popularity, with over 1 million downloads between the Google and Apple app stores. And this legit app pays you to answer paid surveys, play games, shop, watch videos, and even just for sharing your data. Now, BrandBee actually used to be called Mobile Performance Meter … Read more
I love covering companies that give you free stuff. And that’s why I was excited to research and try out Treat Spot, an awesome freebies company that sends you free samples of food, snacks, household essentials, beauty products, and all kinds of goodies. Treat Spot can be a fun way to try samples and free … Read more
The Franki app says it’s “the most rewarding way to find rewarding experiences.” And if you’re looking to find hidden gems and great businesses in your city while earning rewards, this claim certainly holds up. This innovative rewards app is like a blend of TikTok, Yelp, and fun cash-back rewards. So if you want to … Read more
Did you know if you cut your spending by $13 a day, you’ll save $400 a month and $4,800 a year! This is currently the most popular article on The Budget Diet, and I’ve just updated it for 2015. Thanks to all the helpful comments. If you’ve read it before, read it again…a little frugal living refresher won’t hurt.
While the economy is getting better in some ways, we are still dealing with inflation. Many companies have done nothing to increase pay, so every penny counts. Consumers are shopping more diligently and looking for the best deals at every place they shop. Being frugal never goes out of style. We could all use a few … Read more
With the cost of living today, it’s no surprise that people are trying to save money in anyway that they can. Thankfully, there are companies like Dosh and Ibotta to help you save money easily. We’re here to help you compare the two and choose which one is better for you. Cashback and Coupons Both … Read more