Hi Mark and others,
Please tell me
Other than a Friday the 13th
What the heck is Black Friday?
We have black Fridays when I'ts a 13th of the month on a Friday but this
isn't a big shopping sales day or holiday.
What the heck is this one you guys have?
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Subject: Black Friday: Deal apps can help save you money on holiday shopping
Best apps to save you money over Black Friday and beyond Marc Saltzman
Flipp: All of your circulars (flyers) and coupons in one place, along with a
smart shopping list, loyalty cards, rebate info, and more. (Photo: Flipp) We
all have that friend who always seems to get the best deals while shopping.
Oh, you know the one. You spend $100 on designer jeans and they seem to find
the exact same pair for $60. Their 4KTV is bigger, thinner, and smarter yet you
paid the same amount. And they remind you of this fact. All the time.
Well, perhaps it's because they're using apps that can save money while
shopping online or at retail. It's about time you got in the game. As we
approach Black Friday and Cyber Monday, here's a look at some recommended
deal-sniffing downloads for your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. More:
Black Friday 2017: What to buy, what to skip More: The best Black Friday deals
you can get right now More: 4 Black Friday facts retailers don't want you to
know Ebates: Earn cash back on all your online purchases with this popular app.
More than 2,500 stores and marketplaces are supported. (Photo:
Ebates) The premise is simple: shop where you already like to shop, but get cash back after your purchases,
whether you opt to pay by check or a PayPal deposit. Be aware the percentage varies depending on the online
retailer or marketplace, and there are more than 2,000 to choose from, including Amazon, Walmart, Macy's,
Target, eBay, Kohl's, Best Buy, American Eagle, Old Navy, and Groupon, to name a few. The app will also
notify you of sales and special offers, and there are in-store coupons and promo codes, too. As added
incentive for signing up for a free Ebates account, you'll get a $10 bonus when you make your first purchase,
plus you'll earn $50 if you invite two friends to join. Flipp: All of your circulars (flyers) and coupons in
one place, along with a smart shopping list, loyalty cards, rebate info, and more. (Photo: Flipp) Another
"must have" mobile companion, Flipp aggregates all your local circulars (flyers) in one place now
with more than 1,000 popular retailers whether you want to browse through weekly ads or search for something
specific by keyword. When you land on a product you've had your eye on, Flipp looks to match the deal with
coupons, to save even more cash. Whether you're buying tech over Black Friday or food to cook over the
holidays, the app also features a "discount slider," so you can select how much of a deal you want,
such as only showing you items discounted by 40% or greater. My favorite feature is a "smart"
shopping list, that automatically lists nearby retailers with the best deals, based on what on your list.
Flipp also holds all your store loyalty cards in one place, so you can show the
app at checkout, plus there's support for rebates, too. Updated this week,
Shopkick rewards you with free gift cards for stores like Target, Walmart,
Amazon, Sephora, Starbucks, and more. To get going, open the Shopkick app while
you're at the mall, and you'll start to earn points
("kicks") for simply walking into select stores, scanning products (like a retail scavenger hunt),
and purchasing products (submit your receipt as proof). You can also open the Shopkick app when you're
lounging at home, as you can receive kicks for virtually "visiting" a store or making an online
purchase. All the kicks you earn could be redeemed for gift cards or products (from about 20 to choose from),
or you can donate your kicks to charity. Rather than scouring the web for the best deals, DealNews has an
"obsessive" team of deal experts that looks for the best prices on the biggest brands, and then
publishes the 300 best deals and coupons (and in some cases, freebies) to the DealNews app. And it's not just
high-tech toys, like tablets and laptops, but also apparel, home décor items, and more.
Along with letting you peruse the list of regularly updated deals, this free app also
offers alerts, so you're instantly notified when something you like goes on sale. Other
features include cloud syncing (so you can shop on your phone or tablet but pay later
when on your laptop), the ability to share deals with family and friends (via email,
instant messaging or social media), and online and in-store coupons (divided by
retailer). Whether you're looking to buy new or heavily discounted "previously
enjoyed" items, you can save quite a bit by considering an online marketplace like
eBay.
From tech and clothing to cars and jewelry, the eBay app makes it easy to
search, browse, bid, or buy. And, hey, the product is shipped to your door,
too. The app also lets you compare prices, manage auctions or purchases,
message sellers, view shipping info, and more. Of course, a great way of saving
money while shopping is to sell your unwanted items on eBay, as well, and then
use that cash towards something you desire. You can now scan your items'
barcodes to set up a page for the product in minutes. The app is available in
multiple languages. Finally, a savings app as opposed to a shopping app. Just
like the website it's based upon, Intuit's Mint.com Personal Finance app helps
you set budgets, track expenses and reach financial goals. This handy money
management tool for smartphone, tablet and computer users lets you see what
you're spending (and saving) through color-coded lists, charts and graphs, plus
you can track your bank account and credit card balances in real-time, follow
investments (including retirement contributions and balances), and even break
out your expenditures by category. Receive alerts you when it's time to pay a
bill or if you've exceeded your budget or face possible late fees (notified via
email or text message). Another convenient feature is a weekly summary email of
your money, along with a tab that shows the history of your spending, income
and net worth over time. As with most other personal finance apps, Mint is
password-protected, therefore your data is safe even if your device is lost or
stolen. Follow Marc on Twitter: @marc_saltzman. E-mail him at
[email protected]
Original Article at:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/saltzman/2017/11/07/best-apps-
save-you-money-over-black-friday-and-beyond/832277001/
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