Saturday, September 6, 2014

Back-to-School Apps That Can Help You Spend Wisely

Struggling to budget your finances to make sure you have enough to buy some new clothes, go out on a movie date, or know how many lunch outs you can afford to have? Well, that's actually quite a task to handle. Good thing is that you don't need to make the effort of of scavenging through newspapers, magazines, and flyers to get some discounts and freebies. Now, there apps that will help you locate coupons, hidden rebates, as well as tips where you can get great buys. Don't live in the past where newspaper clippings pile up your kitchen counter, forgetting them eventually when you need to use them.

So if you're still on the hunt, check out this collection of apps that will help you save money the whole year round.

Coupon Sherpa
This app doesn't require any account information and allows you to browse coupons by category, or you can also search for a specific one. It's so easy to use, as long you have your mobile phone with you, access to hundreds of popular stores and restaurants is just a tap away. You can also save your favorite places by simply tapping the star at the corner. Coupon Sherpa is available for Android and iOS devices.

RetailMeNot
With the RetailMeNot app, you don't need to print coupons before you leave home, or dig through your purse to find the coupon you want to use. You only need to show the coupon on your phone upon checking out and that's it. The app allows you to bookmark your favorite stores for quick and easy access to the stores you shop most. RetailMeNot sends you automatic alerts whenever there are deals on nearby stores and you'll also get notified when the offers you have saved are about to expire. This app can be downloaded for Android and iOS.

KeyRing
The KeyRing app helps you put all your loyalty cards on your phone, making them available to you whenever you need them. You can scan and store grocery cards, gym cards, library cards, gift cards -- the list goes on. Thousands of exclusive deals from over 13,000 brands and retailers are always updated, and you can access them right at your fingertips. The KeyRing app organizes deals and coupons from nearby retailers by category and are always available, which makes it easy for you to save big while on the go. This app has downloads for Android and iOS devices.

ShopSavvy
Considered as one of the most powerful shopping tools that fits in your pocket, ShopSavvy is a free downloadable app that lets you know if you're getting the best deal. You can find items by either typing them on your onscreen keyboard or using the camera to scan the barcode. Once you've found the product, ShopSavvy tells you the cheapest local or online price. For local products, you can get map directions, visit their website, or call the store. While for online items, you can visit their website or share the product via Facebook or Twitter. You can also configure the app to share your scans automatically with Twitter. Available for Android andiOS, never forget to download this must-have app on your smartphone.
Foursquare
Another free app, Foursquare helps you connect with your friends, find, and explore new things in their location. The newest version of this app allows users to shift its focus from check-ins and mayorships -- social game-like features that made it popular in the first place, into an app that lets you check the hottest restaurants, bars, shops, and attractions at home or while on the road. This app provides a large database of photos, tips, and general information about the sights and places to eat around your place. That is why it's a great tool for locals and travelers alike to get a snapshot of the hottest places, along with detailed information to educate you better about a particular hotspot. Foursquare is available for Android and iOS devices.

GasBuddy
GasBuddy app gives you the most comprehensive real-time gas prices and help you find the cheapest prices. Easily locate gas stations near you and see their current prices. You can also earn points and a chance to win free gas for every gas price you report. It added new keyboard for reporting prices, resolution of images, all states, and provinces included for the prize draw. It's definitely an app you don't want to miss, especially with the rampant gas price hike nowadays. Who wouldn't want to save on gas expenses? So don't hesitate and download GasBuddy now for iOS, Android, Windows Phone, and BlackBerry.

Checkout 51
With Checkout 51, no more flipping through coupon booklets to find great deals, snipping hundreds of little coupons that gets easily misplaced, remembering to take coupons to the store, and holding up the rest of the line. The app lets you purchase the products on offer at any grocery store like Walmart, Kroger, Costco, Target, Safeway, Supervalu, CVS, Publix, and many more! You can get cash back when you buy your favorite brands. Simply browse the app, buy what you need from the weekly offers, take a photo of your receipt, and once your account reaches a redemption value of $20, Checkout 51 will mail you a check. Saving money have never been this easy! Download now for Android and iOS.

Check
Never worry about missing a bill again or forget overdrafts and late fees, if you have the Check app. You just need to set it up once and then the app automatically goes to work. It proactively stays on top of your bills and monitors your bank accounts and credit cards -- and all these takes place in one app! The app is also capable of reminding you if your bills are nearly due or if your funds are getting pretty low. Check app is protected with the same 128-bit encryption and physical security standards like your bank. It's also verified and monitored by third-party security experts such as TRUSTe, McAfee, Hacker Safe, and VeriSign. What more can you ask for in a budget app? If you don't have this yet, don't wait another second and get it for your Android or iOS device.

There are still heaps of other apps that works the same as those we have described above. Don't hesitate to check them out and see which one will perfectly suit your needs and lifestyle. Going back to school doesn't have mean going back to difficult financial times. All you need is a little sacrifice and budgeting, and you can still enjoy the perks of life.

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