Finally writing that post on some cash back sites!!... and it comes at the perfect time because I just got a nifty little email in my inbox today from Ebates regarding their bonus this week (yes, I am putting my referral link. If ya'll are going to join, then I want my referral bonuses!! =P )
Using cash back sites are great since they work pretty simply and can help you gain anywhere from 1% to 30% back on your purchases (depending on the store and site).
For example (how it works) --
Instead of going directly to gap.com to make your purchase, you would first go to ebates.com, log in, and click their special gap.com link. When you complete your purchase, within a day you'll receive an email from Ebates saying that your purchase has been verified with the amount of cash back you'll be receiving. Just think of it as a savings on top of your savings. One special note is that sometimes, if you use an online coupon code, your purchase may be disqualified from getting cash back. They put this as a disclaimer sometimes, but honestly, I've never run into this issue. I'm always gotten my cash back, and there's no harm in trying, so I still stand firmly by always using cash back sites!
Here are some of the sites I recommend you all join and register for now.
1. Ebates.com - Gives you a $5 CB bonus for signing up and making first purchase
2. MrRebates.com - Gives you a $5 CB bonus for signing up and making first purchase
3. FatWallet.com
There used to be Bing.com which I used a few times but just last month, they stopped their Cash back program. Poop on a stick.
Just to give you all some insight, here's my personal experience with Ebates.com
1. Ebates.com - Ebates pays out about 4x a year (so don't expect to get your cash back right away), but they offer Paypal as an option (super convenient!). Ebates offers $5 to each member just for signing up and making your first purchase. They also offer competitive cash back %'s on all the stores. The first time I used Ebates was last January when I purchased boots from Victoria's Secrets and more boots from DSW (clearly, I like boots). My total CB from VS, DSW, and $5 signing up bonus came out to $13.32. That's a pretty nice chunk of change back! $_$ Not to mention that when I returned my VS boots, my cash back wasn't voided (VS.. who does NOT offer free return shipping), so the cash back I earned from it actually helped cover part of my shipping costs. Whew!
So I got an email from Ebates today and low and behold, Ebates is currently offering a Fall Fashion - Double Cash Back special for the next week or so(!!!) If you plan on shopping at any of these stores, this is the time to do it.
These are some of the quick %s Ebates is running during this promotion.
Banana Republic - was 2%, now 15%
HSN - was 3%, now 5%
GAP - was 2%, now 15%
Lands' End - was 3%, now 6%
Macy's - was 2.5%, now 5%
Nordstrom - was 3%, now 6%
Piperlime - was 2%, now 15%
Victoria's Secret - as 2%, now 4%
Tip: Sign up for all three of them now, and before you make your next online purchase, check each site to see who's offering the best rate. By signing up now, you'll have easier access in seeing what bonuses they're currently offering.
Happy shopping!
poop on a stick sounds really gross.
ReplyDeletei didn't know cashback sites existed till you told me. do they offer even more cashback percentages as it gets closer to the holiday season?
Hi Sejalme, thanks for that wonderful comment!
ReplyDeleteTo answer your question, yes most of them offer a bit more of a percentage back near the holiday season, but usually not a large jump. It all depends on the site you're using and the store you're buying from. The best thing to do is be on the look out for any specials they're having.. just how Ebates.com more than doubled the cash back returns on some of its stores this week. Just have to keep an eye on the sites! Good luck!