Here at Easy Money we love cheap and the only thing we love more than cheap is free! So in today’s save more segment we’ve got some of both. The savvy editors at Consumers Checkbook magazine pored over the fine print of credit card contracts, warehouse club memberships, health insurance plans and more to find amazing freebies and cheapies and today we’re tapping into their knowledge. Please welcome Kevin Brasler, Executive Editor of Consumers Checkbook, back to Easy Money.
Why do companies offer freebies or deep discounts?
When is a freebie potentially NOT a good deal?
Credit card freebies (we know about the car insurance…but what else?)
–extended warranties
–roadside assistance
–price protection
—free shipping subscription
Warehouse club deals
–tech support
–travel deals
–printer cartridge refills
–cheap entertainment
Health insurance
–wright loss programs
–gym memberships
–quit smoking
—breast pumps
AAA
–Car seats
–skip DMV line
–passport pics
–waived young driver upcharge
Amazon prime
—photo storage
—music steaming
–e-reads
–20% baby discounts
Other places to look for deals?
–credit unions
–usaa
–college alumni groups
