dentist Discounted dental care, Debit card swipe fees, and Fathers Day freebies

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I share five must read blog posts about saving money every Friday.

The Senate defeated a measure that would delay the reduction of debit card swipe fees. So how much money will banks charge retailers starting next month and how will it affect you? (The Consumerist)

Dentist visits can be costly. Shopping for discounted dental care is a must to save money. (The New York Times)

Target’s new coupon policy clarifies the BOGO free policy and states the retailer is no longer accepting internet coupons for free items with no purchase requirements. Is this going to affect your shopping at Target? (Target)

Still looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift? Here’s how to find Father’s Day freebies. (MainStreet)

Headed on a road trip this summer? Follow these five money-saving tips to get you to your destination. (WiseBread)

father My frugal Fathers Day gift in 2011

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

My father means the world to me and on Father’s Day this Sunday I am giving him a gift above all — my undivided attention and time. Although there are many Father’s Day gift ideas, no tie or gadget could state how grateful I am to have him in my life.

Not only is he my biggest supporter, but he’s given me money lessons and taught me to live within my means. When I got my first job at a local juice bar, my father would pick me up from work. One day I was so tired and offered to pay for coffee if he stopped at the nearest coffee shop. He obliged. When I got back in the car with coffee in hand he asked: “So, how many hours did you just work to pay for this coffee?”

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Jamba juice 300x199 Magazines $5, free samples, $1 smoothies at Jamba Juice

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Tomorrow only! Five berry-flavored smoothies are just $1 each at Jamba Juice Wednesday, June 16, 2010. No coupon needed!

Get free samples of citrus flavor packets for water, tea, and recipes from True Citrus. I’ve never tried these but they sound interesting.

Father’s Day gifts, specifically magazines, are on sale for $5-$10 on Amazon through June 20, 2010.

Do you live near a Whataburger? If so stop by June 22 for a free Whataburger “breakfast on a bun” Tuesday, June 22, 2010.

Check my WalletPop blog this afternoon for two Borders coupons for 40% off and more deals.

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