There are 33 coupons and freebies today. If you shop online, get a cash back rebate on every purchase through Ebates. Free to join! Don’t miss exclusive coupons we share on the BargainBabe.com Facebook page. “Like” us today!

Freebie – Request a free sample of Tully’s K-Cup pack through FreeFlys.

Freebie – Get a free sample of Eat-Smart Bar through FreeFlys.

Freebie – Score a free sample of Thornton Peridontal Floss through FreeFlys.

Freebie – Snag a free sample of Natural Balance Dog Food Roll through FreeFlys.

Freebie – Get a free sample of Pet n Shape through FreeFlys.

Freebie – Print this coupon to snag a free 17″ Grill Brush at Valu Home Centers! The coupon is valid through June 6.

Redbox – Enjoy a free Redbox Video Game Rental! Text the word: TRYUS to 727272 and you’ll receive a free Redbox video game rental code. This offer is valid thru 8/1/12.

Ink Garden – Get a free grocery bagjust pay shipping. Use code FREEBAG. Expires May 31.

H&M – Get 35% off any one item of your choice at H&M. Valid through May 27. You’ll have to print the page out and show it to the cashier!

Quiznos – Print a coupon for a $2.99 Small Combo Deal!

Jamba Juice – For a limited time, fruit refreshers with coconut water (16. oz) are just $2 with coupon.

Cardstore.com – Get 10 free birth announcements for every 10 you buy at Cardstore.com! Use coupon code CCG2507. Valid through May 31, 2012. Plus, buy 2 Father’s Day cards get one free at Cardstore.com! Use coupon code CWG2522. Valid thru May 27!

Picaboo – Buy one, get one free classic books and calendars. Use coupon code SPRINGFLING. Expires May 31.

Restaurant.com coupon - Most $25 Restaurant.com gift certificates are only $6! Use promo code RACE through May 24.

Entertainment book deal – Get any 2012 Entertainment book for only $15 with free shipping through May 31! Save an extra 25-35% in cash back when you shop through Ebates.

My Publisher – Save up to 70% off with free pages on classic and deluxe photo books! Use coupon code FREE4DAD. Ends May 29!

Mag deals – Best Deal Magazines has a bunch of super cheap magazine deals– $4.29 for a year subscription – this week. Each deal is valid for one day only. May 24 Inc.; May 25 Garden & Sun ($3.89); May 26 Natural Health; May 27 Budget Travel ($3.89). Save an extra 15% off most titles with promo code PXSS0527. Offer expires May 27, 2012.

Eyeglass.com – Pay $50 for $100 to spend on prescription eyewear from this online emporium that stocks designer brands like LA Eyeworks, Gold & Wood, and Black Eye. Get this offer through Living Social.

Chili’s – This weekend, order a minimum of $100 in Chili’s Party Platters and receive $25 in Chili’s gift cards!

Coupon lessons - Grocery University is a comprehensive, 19-lesson set that will take your coupon skills (if any) to the next savings level. Sign up for these coupon lessons now and see your grocery bill drop!

Kidorable – With today’s deal, pay $20 and get $40 to spend online on kids’ clothing and accessories at Kidorable though Living Social.

Grocery coupons - My Coupon Database searches dozens of coupon sites for all grocery and drugstore coupons available, including Coupons.com, mobile coupons from Cellfire, Redplum, CouponNetwork, SmartSource, and lots more. Totally free!

Free Target events - In 34 cities across the country, Target sponsors free museum days and cultural events. Search by city to see what’s happening near you.

Groupon travel deals - Find hot travel deals leaving from your city.

Old Navy – Shop the Summer Starts Here Sale at Oldnavy.com! All shorts + lots more on sale. Ends June 6.

Banana Republic – Shop BananaRepublic.com to reveal a special offer, up to 40% off your purchase! To save 20% off shoes and handbags. Use promo code BRPERFECT at checkout. Ends May 28.

Gap – Shop the Memorial Day Sale at Gap.com and save up to 40% off select styles. UPDATE: No coupon code required. Ends May 28! Get an extra 2% back in cash when you shop through Ebates.

Nordstrom – The Half-Yearly Sale for women and kids is on at Nordstrom! Not sure when it ends.

Pottery Barn Kids – Save up to 75% on furniture, bedding, and toys at Pottery Barn Kids.

Macy’s – Take an extra 15% off this Memorial weekend. Plus get free shipping! Use promo code MEMDAY. Ends May 28.

Petco – Get 20% off sitewide in the Memorial Day sale at Petco. Ends May 28.

Office Max – Through Friday, May 25, OfficeMax is offering customers Black Friday-like deals during its Halfway to Black Friday online event. Deals vary by day. Get an extra 6% back when you shop through Ebates.

Swagbucks – The Swagbucks Carnival is still going strong, and Swagbucks is releasing a new set of Collector’s Bills that you can only win through search! Collect all five before 11:59 p.m. PT on May 31 and you’ll get a 10 Swag Bucks bonus! Share the special bills on Pinterest and include your SB username in your pin and you could be randomly chosen to win 100 Swag Bucks.

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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.

I’m sharing the recipe to one of my favorite side dishes that can also double as a main vegetarian dish. Tabbouleh is delicious and can be thrown together in no time for an easy weeknight dinner.

It can easily be transported so it’s great for picnics or potlucks. It’s served cold so it’s refreshing on a hot day. Just like homemade ice cream. I found this recipe in the latest issue of Bon Appetit. They shared other grain recipes if you’re interested.

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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.

There’s a big controversy over a pizza chain’s upcoming giveaway, according to a USA TODAY story. The problem: Customers have to order in Spanish to get the freebie and some see this as discrimination.

This got me thinking — what aren’t you willing to do to score a freebie? Would you pass on this pizza deal just because you have to order in Spanish?

I pass on freebies all the time because they’re simply not worth my time. But, I have to admit that I stood in line for about two hour to get free Yogurtland. I love their frozen yogurt!

I also avoid freebies that require you make a purchase. There’s just no point in spending money to get a sample unless you were already planning the purchase.

I also skip freebies from companies that do not align with my principles. For example, there’s a particular chain store that I don’t patronize and avoid its freebies online.

What type of freebies do you look for? Do you skip freebies with certain stipulations?

In case you’re interested, there’s still time to brush up on your Spanish. Pizza Patron’s “Por Favor” promotion will take place on June 6 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at participating restaurants. The chain has locations in seven states. I’ve actually tried their pizza. It’s less expensive than Pizza Hut or Dominos, but I’m not a fan.

On June 1, you’ll be able to score a free donut from Dunkin Donuts with a beverage purchase for National Free Donut Day. There’s no stipulation on how to order for this one, but I’ll pass. You?

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Publix – Southern Savers posted this week’s Publix grocery coupons. Highlights include Cool Whip Whipped Topping for free, Smart Balance Spread for $.79, Breakstone’s Sour Cream for $.44, and Kraft or Seven Seas Dressing for $.96.

ShopRite - Living Rich With Coupons posted this week’s ShopRite coupons. Highlights include Ragu Pasta Sauce for as low as $0.33 each after coupon (must buy three), General Mills Cereal for as low as $1.99, Kraft Barbecue Sauce for as low as $0.49 each after coupon, Vlasic Pickles for as low as $0.16 each after coupon, and French’s Yellow Mustard for as low as $.90 each after coupon.

Ralphs - Get all the Ralphs coupons later today.

Albertsons - Save at Home Mommy shares this week’s Albertsons coupons including Hass avocados for $.89 each, strawberries (1 lb) for $1.99, Barilla pasta for as low as $.20 each, and Heinz Tomato Ketchup for $1.38.

Harris Teeter - This week’s Harris Teeter grocery coupons will be up later today.

Stop & Shop – Look for this week’s Stop & Shop coupons on Friday, the beginning of their sale cycle. Or shop by Thursday for this week’s sale, including seedless watermelon halves for $.69/lb., General Mills Cereals for $1.50, Mt. Olive Pickles for $.90, and Luigi’s Italian Ice for as low as $0.16 each after coupon.

Whole Foods - Get Whole Foods coupons later today. Our tips for saving money at Whole Foods.

Safeway/Vons - Get all the Safeway/Vons coupons and deals later today.

Winn Dixie – My Baton Rouge Mommy shares Winn Dixie grocery deals. Highlights include Green bell peppers for $.88 for two, Ronzoni Pasta for $.95 each, Kraft BBQ sauce for $.88, and Sanderson Farms split chicken breasts for $1.50/lb plus B1G1 Free!

Fresh n Easy - The Deal Fanatic posts this week’s Fresh n Easy grocery coupons later today.

Kroger - Faithful Provisions shares this week’s Kroger grocery coupons, including Nature Valley Granola Bars for as low $.50 after coupons & Catalina, Kroger Value Chicken Leg Quarters for $.69/lb., Kroger Large Eggs for $.60, and Popsicle Frozen Treats for as low as free!

Wegman’s - This week’s Wegmans coupons and deals include Wegmans Greek Yogurt for $.89, Simply Orange Juice for $1.99, Bic Salon Shavers for $.69, and Colgate Triple Action Toothbrush for $.19.

Trader Joe’s - Healthy Life Deals shares this week’s Trader Joe’s deals, including Romaine Hearts 3pk for $2.69, Rudi’s Organic Hot Dog Buns for $2.24, Barbara Puffin cereal for $2.54, and Pacific Foods Chocolate Hazelnut Milk for $.69.

Giant Eagle – This week’s Giant Eagle coupons and deals will be up tomorrow.

NEX - Military Wives Saving posts the best grocery deals at the Navy Exchange each week.

Grocery coupons - Get the latest grocery coupons from Coupons.com.

Redplum coupons - Get the latest coupons from Redplum.

New to coupons? Check out Bargain Babe’s post on coupon clipping basics. If you want to take advantage of these deals, make sure to save the coupon inserts you receive in the mail or with your Sunday newspaper. Here’s a great suggestion for how to handle coupon organization.

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Have you been on Swap.com lately? The site has expanded beyond books and media items! We’ve been saying it for a while now, swapping is the new shopping, and with its latest expansion, Swap.com is making it much easier to trade all sorts of items.

Disclosure: Our friends, The Swapaholics, are the swap experts and event planners for Swap.com’s events around the country. You may remember them from our 2010 Frugal Festival — they co-sponsored the event!

The expanded site launched late last year and I recently realized what I’ve been missing out on. Signing up for Swap.com is fast and free!

Members can still create a list of items they “have” and “want.” But now, they can engage in a private conversation with other members to barter. You can then accept or reject their offer! There’s no more waiting for the site to alert you to trade opportunities. Love this! These features are also available in Swap.com’s iPhone app.

Their app also makes it easier to upload photos of the items you want to swap. Just use your iPhone to snap a photo and add it to your “have” list.

The new Market also enables you to swap locally so you can view items in your area to avoid shipping costs! I’m in love with a vintage pink Olympia typewriter that I found, but it’s in Oklahma. All members are responsible for paying their own shipping costs. Yikes! Wonder how much it would cost to ship to LA?

Swap.com does not verify the authenticity or warranty the accuracy of listings so you’re swapping at your own risk. The good news is that you can check members’ ratings and follow those you want! You can also head to the site to find a swap near you on Swap.com.

Have you used Swap.com before? I’d love to hear what you’ve swapped and received in exchange!

Just print and redeem!

Links to specific grocery and drugstore coupons are here! Make sure to check out our weekly roundups of the best grocery coupon matches and drugstore coupon deals. Plus, you’ll find tons of printable and online coupons in our newly improved Coupon Database.

The below coupons are from CouponNetwork, Redplum, SavingStar, and Cellfire.

RedPlum

SAVE $1.00 On any ONE (1) Australian Gold® Sun Care Product – must be 3oz. or larger (excludes Lip Balm)

SAVE $1.00 on ANY Advil® 20ct or larger

SAVE $0.25 on ONE (1) 4 Double Roll or larger package of Angel Soft® Bath Tissue

SAVE $1.00 off any TWO (2) packages of Vanity Fair® napkins or guest hand towels

SAVE $1.00 on ANY standard size L’Oréal Paris skincare product (excludes trial size)

SAVE $1.00 on ANY Advil®PM 16ct or larger

SAVE $2.00 on ANY L’Oréal Paris face cosmetic product (excludes Magic Perfecting Base 0.17 fl oz mini size)

SAVE $1.00 on ANY L’Oréal Paris Sublime Sun product

SAVE $1.00 on ANY L’Oréal Paris Sublime Bronze product

SAVE $1.00 on ANY ThermaCare® 2ct or larger
Coupon Network

Baby

$1.35 off when you buy any FIVE Gerber® SmartNourish 2nd Foods Baby Food

85¢ off when you buy any FOUR GERBER® Organic Pouches

$1.10 off when you buy any EIGHT Gerber® 2nd Foods®
Breakfast

95¢ off when you buy any FOUR Gerber® Graduates® breakfast buddies

Condiments & Sauces

$1.25 off when you buy any THREE Kikkoman Sauces and Marinades

Desserts

$1.00 off when you buy any TWO packages of NESTLÉ® DRUMSTICK® Sundae Cones multipack or NESTLÉ® Frozen Snacks multipack

Health & Nutrition

85¢ off when you buy any FOUR Gerber® Graduates® fruit or veggie pick ups

Personal Care

$10.00 off when you buy any ONE Sonicare Flexcare, Flexcare+ or DiamondClean Rechargeable Toothbrush

$3.00 off when you buy any Zantac® brand product 24ct or larger

Household

$1.00 off when you buy any TWO Wet Ones® wipes canisters or boxes of Singles or Big one wipes

Snacks

85¢ off when you buy any TWO Dean’s® Dips 12oz or larger

Coupons.com

Beverages

$0.75 off any 18.5 oz. Gold Peak Tea

$1.00 off (4) Old Orchard frozen juice concentrate

$1.00 off 2 Old Orchard Cranberry Naturals

$1.00 off 2 Healthy Balance reduced-sugar juice

$1.00 off Very Cherre™ tart cherry juice

$0.75 off any ONE Welch’s Juice

$0.75 off any 18.5 oz. Gold Peak Tea

Foods

$0.55 off any Florida Crystals Sugar product

$0.75 off two MILKY WAY Brand Bars

$1.00 off 1 package of Butterball Turkey Burgers

$0.55 off any Florida Crystals Sugar product

$0.55 off Hillshire Farm Deli Carvers™ Lunchmeat

$1.00 off off any ONE (1) Honey Bunches of Oats $1.00 off On any ONE (1) 3-pack Multipack of Eclip

Personal Care

$2.00 off any NEOSPORIN Body Wash

$5.00 off two NEOSPORIN ESSENTIALS™ product

$5.00 off Any Elite Models Fragrance Purchase

$2.00 off Beyonce $17.00 or more Fragrance

$2.00 off Any Faith Hill Fragrance Purchase

$2.00 off Jovan Female Fragrance Purchase

$1.00 off Any Beyonce Body Mist Purchase

$5.00 off Celine Dion Fragrance Purchase

$1.00 off 2 Dial Bar soap

$0.75 off one (1) Carmex Lip Balm

$2.00 off any 4 Dial Liquid Hand Soap

Pet Care

$3.00 off any bag of Rachel Ray Food for Dogs

$1.00 off two (2) Cesar Cookie Crunchies

Health Care

$4.00 off any Slo-Niacin

75% off your prescription medicines

Baby & Toddler

$1.50 off one PULL-UPS Training Pants

SavingsStar

Buy 1 issue of Health Magazine, Save $1.00. Expires 6/22/2012.

Buy 1 RapidLash, Save $10.00. Expires 6/13/2012. (Only at Fred Meyer)

Buy 1 RapidLash, Save $10.00. Expires 6/13/2012. (Only at CVS)

Buy any (1) Dean’s® Dip 12 oz or larger, Save 55¢. Expires 6/13/2012.

Save $1.00 when you buy any TWO (2) Ziploc® brand Bags. Expires 6/13/2012.

Save $1.00 when you buy ONE (1) GHIRARDELLI® STAND-UP BAG. Expires 6/13/2012.

Buy any (1) Dial Complete® Antibacterial Foaming Hand Wash, Save $1.00. Expires 6/13/2012.

Buy any (1) Dial® Liquid Hand Soap, Save 50¢. Expires 6/13/2012.

Now through June 13, 2012 get $5.00 back when you spend $35.00 on any HUGGIES® Diapers, Baby Wipes and LITTLE SWIMMERS® Swimpants. Offer does not include GOODNITES® Brand and PULL-UPS® Brand products.. Expires 6/13/2012.

Buy any 1 wild harvest® Frozen Pizza, Save $1.50. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Jewel – Osco)

Buy 1 Equaline® Omperazole 42 ct., Save $6.00. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Jewel – Osco)

Buy any 1 wild harvest® Frozen Pizza, Save $1.50. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Shaw’s)

Buy 1 Equaline® Omperazole 42 ct., Save $6.00. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at ACME Markets)

Buy 1 Equaline® Omperazole 42 ct., Save $6.00. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Shaw’s)

Buy any 1 wild harvest® Frozen Pizza, Save $1.50. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at ACME Markets)

Buy any 4 Culinary Circle® items, Save $2.00. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Jewel – Osco)

Buy any 2 Baby Basics® items, Save $1.00. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Jewel – Osco)

Buy any 4 Culinary Circle® items, Save $2.00. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Shaw’s)

Buy any 2 Baby Basics® items, Save 20%. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at Shaw’s)

Buy any 4 Culinary Circle® items, Save 25%. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at ACME Markets)

Buy any 2 Baby Basics® items, Save $2.00. Expires 5/30/2012. (Only at ACME Markets)

Smart Source

SAVE 50¢ on one package of Crab Classic. Lobster Classic or Seafood Snackers

Save $2.00 on COLIEF® INFANT DROPS. Proven colic relief from Europe now available in the US!

SAVE $2.00 on any (1) one HIGH LINER® SEA CUISINE® product

SAVE 50¢ on one package of Crab Classic. Lobster Classic or Seafood Snackers

SAVE $1.50 on 1 package of Butterball® Sweet Onion or Original Seasoned Frozen Turkey Burgers

SAVE $1.00 on one (1) package of Butterball® Sub Starters Lunchmeat

SAVE $1.00 on any one (1) Birds Eye® Voila!® Product

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$0.55 off Hillshire Farm Deli Carvers Lunchmeat
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$0.75 off any ONE Welch’s Juice
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Buy One (any) 64oz. Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice Drink Get 1 Cherry Juice Drink FREE
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$1.00 off Any Beyonce Body Mist Purchase
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$2.00 off Jovan Female Fragrance $10.00 or more Purchase
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$5.00 off Celine Dion Fragrance $15.00 or more Purchase
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$2.00 off Any Faith Hill Fragrance $15.00 or more Purchase
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$4.00 off any Slo-Niacin
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$1.00 off On any ONE (1) 3-pack Multipack of Eclipse or Orbit White Gum
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$2.00 off any 4 Dial Liquid Hand Soap
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$1.00 off 2 Dial Bar soap
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$1.00 off Playboy Female Body Mist Purchase
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$0.50 off FRENCH’S Dijon Mustard
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$1.00 off one STP product
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$2.00 off on any (1) New Schick Xtreme3 Eco 4ct
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$1.50 off 3 12 oz. SPAM products
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$0.70 off ONE Kellogg’s Crunchy Nut Cereal
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$2.00 off Nabisco & Coca Cola products at Publix
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$1.50 off one PULL-UPS Training Pants
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$2.00 off 20oz RevitaLens OcuTec Solution
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$0.75 off two MILKY WAY Brand Bars
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$1.00 off 1 package of Butterball Turkey Burgers
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Running out of minutes before the end of the month is something that can happen to the best of us. Whether you had a busy week or spent too much time on the phone with your friends, there are ways around racking up huge phone bills if you refrain from using voice calls. With the development of smartphones and the many applications being developed for them, there are many ways in which you can stay in touch with your friends and family without using any phone minutes.

Viber:

Viber is a great money saving application that utilizes VoIP to avoid using mobile phone minutes. VoIP means voice over internet protocol, allowing users to phone each other using the Internet. The quality of voice calls are by no means as good as a regular phone conversation, however considering that you don’t have to pay for this service, it makes it an absolute winner. Having recently added Android support to the application, expect for lots of users to start using Viber.

Skype:

By far the most popular VoIP service is Skype. This software has been developed to support PCs and smartphones, meaning the range of people you can contact has massively increased. Call quality can vary but it’s definitely a good option if you have run out of minutes at the end of the month. Some mobile phone offers include unlimited mobile Internet, meaning that you can technically never run out of minutes if you use Skype to make calls.

Whatsapp:

The most popular texting service between smartphones is Whatsapp, which allows users to send and receive texts messages through the Internet. You can either use your mobile Internet (which will eat into your monthly data allowance) or connect to a wireless Internet point to send messages (free of charge). Whatsapp is supported on both Androids and iPhones, making it extremely easy to get in contact with people.

If you don’t happen to have a smartphone, keeping in contact with people is considerably harder, thus being a good argument for investing in one. If however you want to hold onto your current handset there are ways in which you can still keep in contact with people. Using the Skype application on a computer as mentioned before is the optimal way of contacting people. You may also take advantage of the many free SMS services that can be found with a quick Google search should you need to contact somebody on their phone.

As mobile internet technology develops and non-smartphones are completely phased out, running out of voice minutes will be a thing of the past, but until then, using any of the suggested applications will help you save vast amounts of money and minutes in the long run.

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There are 30 coupons and freebies today. If you shop online, get a cash back rebate on every purchase through Ebates. Free to join! Don’t miss exclusive coupons we share on the BargainBabe.com Facebook page. “Like” us today!

Freebie – Request your free sample of O.B. Tampons.  There’s a limit of one sample pack per household, while supplies last.

Freebie – Print this coupon to snag a free 17″ Grill Brush at Valu Home Centers! The coupon is valid through June 6.

Freebie - Score a free sample of Kotex! Note that you do NOT have to be a Sam’s Club member to score this sample (but this could change at anytime). Click on get a sample!

Freebie – Get a free digital May issue of All You Magazine along with a coupon for a discount off the current issue at a Walmart near you.

Freebie - Get ready for summer with a free T-shirt from Vistaprint. Make one for yourself or to give to a friend. Choose from a variety of designs and add your own text to make your design unique! The T-shirts are made of 100% pre-shrunk cotton and are available in sizes from S to XXL. Just pay for shipping and processing!

HOT! 7-eleven freebie – 7-Eleven is celebrating the launch of Slurpee Lite with SlurpFREE Day. On May 23, guests from coast to coast are invited to visit participating 7-Eleven stores from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to slurp down a free 7.11 ounce Slurpee drink.

HOT! Redbox – Last day to text DEALS to 727272 everyday and receive a discount code to use at any Redbox location. The discount can be anywhere from $.10 – $1 so text everyday to see what your surprise discount will be. Note that standard text messaging rates will apply.

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Dollar General – Online exclusive! Get 20% off summer essentials through May 23 only at Dollar General.

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Ink Garden – Get a free grocery bag just pay shipping. Use code FREEBAG. Expires May 31.

Chili’s – Get a free appetizer with the purchase of an adult entree.

Cardstore.com – Get 10 free birth announcements for every 10 you buy at Cardstore.com! Use coupon code CCG2507. Valid through May 31, 2012.

Picaboo – Buy one, get one free classic books and calendars. Use coupon code SPRINGFLING. Expires May 31.

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Entertainment book deal – Get any 2012 Entertainment book for only $15 with free shipping through May 31! Save an extra 25-35% in cash back when you shop through Ebates.

Mag deals – Best Deal Magazines has a bunch of super cheap magazine deals– $4.29 for a year subscription – this week. Each deal is valid for one day only. May 22 Autoweek; May 23 Shape; May 24 Inc.; May 25 Garden & Sun ($3.89); May 26 Natural Health; May 27 Budget Travel ($3.89). Save an extra 15% off most titles with promo code PXSS0527. Offer expires May 27, 2012.

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GAP – Shop Gap.com through May 22 and get 25% off your purchase! Shop May 23 and get 20% off your purchase! Use promo code GAPLOVE at checkout. Ends May 23!

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Sally Beauty Supply – Save 25% on any $50 online purchase with coupon code 555421 at SallyBeauty.com! Offer ends May 24.

Reebok – Select shorts are just $11.67 at Reebok.com with the coupon code SHORTSALE ! Offer valid through May 24.

Lowe’s – Get 10% off major appliances of $299 or more at Lowe’s through May 28. Get an extra 6% back when you shop through Ebates.

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“How to be Richer, Smarter, and Better-Looking than Your Parents,” by Zac Bissonnette should be on every young adult’s summer reading list. The 23-year-old author writes about finances with an honest and humorous style suitable for young adults who want a secure, stable and happy life.

Bissonnette is the author of the popular “Debt-Free U” which I reviewed back in 2010. Back then he wrote about paying for college without going broke. Now, he’s back to guide young adults through the traps that await them in their post-college years. He writes:

The point is this: Managing your financial life is not about spreadsheets and compound interest. It’s about your life. The financial decisions you make can give you freedom or make you a slave.

The 240-page book offers insight on everything from job hunting tosaving for retirement. There are no spreadsheets, plans, or budgeting forms in the book. Just simple financial information that will help you live a better life than your parents — if you follow it, of course.

Though this book is written for the younger generation, most of the information is useful for those past their twenties. I must warn you that Bissonnette’s irreverent humor may not be for you. After all, he is writing for a crowd his own age and must maintain our attention. If you can get past it, then this book is full of useful money advice.

If you would like to win my review copy of “How to be Richer, Smarter, and Better-Looking than Your Parents,” by Zac Bissonnette leave a comment by Sunday, May 27, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. EST, telling me what’s the worst money advice you’ve given your kids or have receive from your parents. I’ll announce the winner on Monday, May 28!

If you can’t wait to start reading, you can order the book on Amazon for $11.56.

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James has a specific question about saving money on bread in the San Fernando Valley.

Hi: I don’t know if you already have covered this, but the Entenmann’s/Oroweat/Bimbo Bakeries outlet store on Strathern in Canoga Park has closed permanently. We used to go there all the time to find cheap Boboli pizza crusts and discounted bread. Do you know of any other bakery outlet stores in the West Valley now? Thanks.

James, have you checked out the almost-stale bread rack at your local grocer? I know most grocery stores have a bread rack with bagels, muffins, and other bread products that are about to expire. I’ve snapped up delicious loaves of focaccia bread for $.99 this way!

Anyone else got advice for James? Leave a comment so everyone can benefit.

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Taking a holiday while trying to be frugal can seem a bit frivolous, but everyone needs a break now and then and going on holiday doesn’t have to break the bank. There are lots of great tips and tricks that can help you to save money, no matter where you are travelling. From a weekend away close to home, to an elaborate two week holiday in Europe, there is no end to the ways you can save money along the way, without compromising your fun.

Be flexible with your dates – accommodation and flights are always cheaper at less busy times. Often charter airlines can be considerably cheaper than traditional airlines. You’ll need to be flexible with your dates as they don’t fly as often as the big airlines, but the savings will be worth it.

Consider renting a self-catering holiday cottage – you’ll have much more room than in any hotel room and will be able to save money (and calories) by cooking for yourself. There are lots of great holiday cottages to rent in the UK, visit Sykes Cottages to get an idea of what is available.

Walk, walk, walk! It’s good for your health, lets you see so much more of a city, and it’s 100% free. Alternatively, use public transport. Decide on some of the places you want to visit in advance and see if there are ticket savings online. This can also allow you to jump the line-up, which is always nice!

Stay away from tourist areas when you are eating out, these areas are always overpriced. Don’t be taken advantage of!

Try any or all of these tips to save on your next holiday and you’ll return feeling renewed and with a full bank account. It really is possible, just give it a try!

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There are 26 coupons and freebies today. If you shop online, get a cash back rebate on every purchase through Ebates. Free to join! Don’t miss exclusive coupons we share on the BargainBabe.com Facebook page. “Like” us today!

Freebie – Get a free BBQ Recipes eBook from AmericanFamily.com.

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HOT! Redbox – Through May 22 text DEALS to 727272 everyday and receive a discount code to use at any Redbox location. The discount can be anywhere from $.10 – $1 so text everyday to see what your surprise discount will be. Note that standard text messaging rates will apply.

Ink Garden – Get a free grocery bag just pay shipping. Use code FREEBAG (Expires May 31).

Chili’s – Get a free appetizer with the purchase of an adult entree.

Cardstore.com – Get 10 free birth announcements for every 10 you buy at Cardstore.com! Use coupon code CCG2507. Valid through May 31, 2012.

Dwell Magazine – Pay $10 for a one-year subscription to Dwell Magazine (a $20 value) through Living Social.

Us Weekly Magazine - Pay just $34 (regularly $69), and you’ll receive a one-year subscription to Us Weekly magazine through Living Social.

Dollar General – Today only! Take 10% off site-wide at Dollar General.

Picaboo – Buy one, get one free classic books and calendars. Use coupon code SPRINGFLING. Expires May 31.

Entertainment book deal – Get any 2012 Entertainment book for only $15 with free shipping through May 31! Save an extra 25-35% in cash back when you shop through Ebates.

Mag deals – Best Deal Magazines has a bunch of super cheap magazine deals– $4.29 for a year subscription – this week. Each deal is valid for one day only. May 21 Elle Decor ($5.29); May 22 Autoweek; May 23 Shape; May 24 Inc.; May 25 Garden & Sun ($3.89); May 26 Natural Health; May 27 Budget Travel ($3.89). Save an extra 15% off most titles with promo code PXSS0520. Offer expires May 20, 2012.

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Grocery coupons - My Coupon Database searches dozens of coupon sites for all grocery and drugstore coupons available, including Coupons.com, mobile coupons from Cellfire, Redplum, CouponNetwork, SmartSource, and lots more. Totally free!

Free Target events - In 34 cities across the country, Target sponsors free museum days and cultural events. Search by city to see what’s happening near you.

Whole Living Magazine – TODAY ONLY! Subscribe to two-years of Whole Living Magazine for just $7 from DiscountMags.com! Use promo code 2600.

Groupon travel deals - Find hot travel deals leaving from your city.

Harbor Freight Tools - Save up to 85% with these Harbor Freight Tools coupons. Valid May 17 – May 28.

GAP – Shop Gap.com through May 22 and get 25% off your purchase! Shop May 23 and get 20% off your purchase! Use promo code GAPLOVE at checkout. Ends May 23!

Lowe’s – Get 10% off major appliances of $299 or more at Lowe’s. Get an extra 6% back when you shop through Ebates.

Reebok – Select shorts are just $11.67 at Reebok.com with the coupon code SHORTSALE ! Offer valid May 18 – 24.

Stila – Take 20% off your first Stila purchase. Use promo code 1STPURCHASE. Not sure when this ends.

Walgreens – Buy 25 4×6 prints get 25 free with coupon code B25G25PRNT. Ends May 26, 2012.

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Even if you’re not in the market for designer bags or clothes, knowing how to spot counterfeit merchandise is a must to avoid getting duped. This is especially true since common targets include cosmetics, perfumes, computer software, jewelry, and more! The latest issue of ShopSmart lists tips to learn how to spot a fake and what to do if you’re sold inauthentic merchandize. I summarize them below.

Beware of too-good-to-be-true deals. Seems obvious, but many fall for the “bargain.” Finding products at steep discounts can be a sign that it’s a fake.

Become a counterfeit detective. Research online to see what the differences are between the real and fake product. Trust me, there are some dead giveaways for some of these things. Many designers have information on their websites about detecting and avoiding knock-offs, so start there.

Skip shopping online. There’s just no way to inspect products before they arrive and you have to rely on photos that may be phony. If you like the convenience of shopping online, it can be done, but it takes a few more steps.

Check out a sellers reputation. Unless, you are shopping on a trusted retailers website, check the seller’s reputation. A quick search for the seller’s name and words like “rip-off” or “complaints” can spare you a headache later on. If you’re shopping on sites like Amazon and eBay, consider the seller’s ratings.

Use an escrow. ShopSmart suggests using an escrow service like Escrow.com where your payment will he held until you can inspect the merchandise. Skip this step by using sites like eBay that promise to refund your money if you end up with counterfeit products.

Swipe your credit card. One of the best ways to protect yourself is to use plastic. Like this you’ll be able to dispute charges.

If you end up with a fake, here’s what to do:

Demand the real thing. By law you’re entitled to the real thing. The retailer’s return policy doesn’t apply.

Get your money back. If you can’t get the real thing, you’re legally entitled to a refund.

File a complaint. Let authorities know you were sold a fake by contacting your state consumer officials.

Have you ever been sold fake merchandise?

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Walgreens - Get all the Walgreens coupon deals for this week. Highlights include free U by Kotex Sleek Tampons, free Sleep Sheets Strips, Crest/Scope Dental Care for $.99, and Kibbles ‘n Bits & Meow Mix for as low as $1.49.

Rite Aid - Common Sense with Money has the Rite Aid coupon deals including Colgate Toothpaste, Colgate Wisp, or Colgate Toothbrush for $0.24 each after coupon and +Up Reward, U By Kotex liners, pads or tampons or Poise pads are buy one get one 50% off, and Speed Stick or Lady Speed Stick for $1.49 after +UPR.

Target - This week’s list of Target coupon deals include Dannon Oikos Yogurt for only $1.02 for 2 cups, Mueller’s Pasta for $.96, Sonia Kashuk Spoolie Eyebrow and Eyelash Brush for as low as free to $0.19, and Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Shampoo for $.69! Go to Target’s online coupons.

Staples - Hip 2 Save lists the hot Staples coupons later today. Go straight to the Staples site.

CVS – Bargain Briana shares this week’s CVS coupon deals including Salonpas Hot Capsicum Patch for free, Duracell Batteries for $2.50, Revlon Nail for $1.99, and Suave Body Wash for $1.33 each + Extra Buck Qualifier.

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Drugstore rewards comparison - Bargain Babe recently compared the drugstore rewards programs for CVS, Rite Aid and Walgreens to determine which store has the best policy.

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What can you get for 30 cents these days? By our calculations, 30 cents covers a trip to the toilet at London Kings Cross Station, 1/3 of a croissant in Paris and a ¼ of a hot dog in NYC. Or, you could get a bed for 30 cents in one of ten amazing HostelBookers hostels worldwide.

Every day between the 21st and 25th of May, 100 beds will go on sale at 16:00 UK time. Customers can book up to two beds per night, for travel between June 18th and 22nd, 2012.

Some examples of cheap accommodation participating in the offer include Sant Jordi Gracia, a new hostel located in Barcelona and designed to reflect the vibrant Barcelona urban arts scene. There is a fixed-gear bike-inspired common area with a chillout room with big screen and beanbags, plus a kitchen and dining room. Upstairs, guests sleep in four, six, and eight-bed dorms. There’s also a large outdoor private patio area accessible during the day for barbeques, reading a book or meeting
up with friends. Staff are happy to recommend cool places to go in artsy surrounding neighborhood El Barrio Gracia.

Guests can stay for just 30 cents at the Jazz on Amsterdam Ave in New York City. Awarded the ‘Most Popular’ in the HostelBookers Awards for Excellence 2012, it is situated on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in the heart of one of NYC’s most prestigious neighbourhoods. The property features spacious rooms, a private lounge, lobby, café area, luggage storage and a roof deck.

Over in the heart of Bloomsbury, London, travellers can bed down for 30 cents at the Generator, London’s largest hostel with over 800 beds. Lively and funky, it provides a unique atmosphere by entertaining guests with DJ nights, karaoke, quizzes and fancy dress evenings and is close to major attractions like the British Museum.

The Vintage Hostel in Paris and MJ Place Hostel in Italy’s capital of Rome are 2 of the world’s most expensive cities that are offering also 50 beds each for 30 cents.

In Australia, WakeUp! is a fresh, modern hostel and the hub of backpacker activity right in the heart of Sydney. Whether guests are budget-conscious travellers or after a little luxury, Wake Up! offers mixed or all-female dormitory style accommodation, as well as private rooms with and without an en-suite.

Bookings are processed on a first-come-first-serve basis and terms and conditions apply, for further information visit HostelBookers.

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