Cheap Dad Discounts

Hi, my name is Tim. I'm a cheap, stay-at-home super dad, and I've found some pretty great ways to make money on the internet over the years!

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I want to share some of the ideas, deals, and discounts I've used or found, and help put some cash in your pockets. I learned early on that it all depends on your willingness to try new things, your motivation, and the overall time spent looking for something that works for you. There are so many ways to make some bucks online, find new or used stuff, get coupons, or otherwise get things cheaper than in the stores, but you need to find them and give it a shot. Like they say, "you can't win if you don't play". Some of my strategies involve checking hangouts where others give away their old junk, taking paid surveys, entering contests, and buying/selling items on Craigslist, Ebay, or elsewhere, and many others.

Finding stuff to Sell

Finding stuff to sell can be easy if you know how to look. The old saying that goes "it takes money to make money" has never been more true. One of the best tips that everyone has already probably heard about is government auctions, but nobody knows how to take action and start finding these deals. It's unbelievable that more people aren't doing this. Cars, boats, houses, and other big ticket items can be purchased and resold at a huge profit. I highly recommend it as an easy way to earn a part-time income, or more. Check it out here and Find Items up to 90% off. I also like the picture in the ad below, makes me laugh every time.

Selling the stuff you find can be as simple as putting up a free listing on Craigslist in your area. It's really easy, and can earn you some fast cash. If you're concerned about safety, don't give out your home address, and meet somewhere public. Otherwise, you can go with the Ebay option. Just don't forget to calculate all the fees before selling anything. If you sell something under $10, sometimes you can end up losing money due to the listing fee, closing fee, and shipping costs. It can work nicely for more expensive items. There are a lot of people buying things that you wouldn't believe, so give it a try and clean out some of your old junk.

Working from Home ideas

There are so many programs for working from home, and getting something out of your surfing other than massive eye strain. These can take a lot of dedication, but they can also pay off big. If you're not sure what it's all about, start with this one and take the 7 day trial first. If you can type, then you can probably do one of these jobs. If not, that's ok, not everyone is cut out for this kind of work.

There are plenty of other great options out there too. This one has been featured on ABC and in USA Today. I haven't personally tried it yet, but check it out and see what all the fuss is about.

What about being a freelance writer? If you like to write, and you're pretty good at it, then go ahead and take a look at this. Getting paid to write from home is probably one of the most ideal jobs for some people. If that sounds like your style, this one is for you.

Taking Surveys

I can't believe there are companies willing to pay for our opinions! Market research is a multi-billion dollar industry, with billions more being spent on product launches, openings, etc. So it's no wonder they want to know what we think and are willing to pay for it to avoid making an expensive marketing mistake. Cash in on this thirst for information about trends and products, make some cash, or win prizes and products. Here are a few of the top companies, they usually have a lot of different surveys to take with different payment and prize offerings.

Finding other offers & deals

There are a lot of communities of people sharing deals and getting the word out about sales or other specials. I already mentioned Craigslist, which has been hit and miss for me, but every once in a while you can find something you've been looking for there. Same goes for Ebay, buying something and getting free shipping is a great way to save on an item. Finding these deals takes persistance and a lot of time spent online going through many pages of listings. Look for forums online where people talk about the latest deals, but be warned that the deals usually go away fast with so many people doing the same ones, so act quickly.

Sweepstakes & Winning stuff

Everyone wants to be a winner, and guess what, someone always is. The best advice I've ever heard is "you can't win if you don't play". If entering a contest is free, it's a no-brainer for me! Usually all you need to do is give an email address, sometimes your name and other marketing data, then you're entered with no purchase needed. Here are a few of the best new sweepstakes and drawings to enter. Who doesn't want to win a car?!

		(You have to sign up to get a Mastercard for a chance to win the cash and prizes. If you were planning on getting a new card anyway, this is a great opportunity!)

Some Final stuff

No matter what you do in life, your drive to succeed will always need to overpower your drive to do nothing, which leads to failure. Like I said in the beginning, to have to be willing to give it a shot and find out what works for you, and the internet is no different. It's such a big place and there are so many opportunities if you just keep searching. If you'd like to know about the latest sweepstakes while they're new, and other ways to make money, sign up for my Email Newsletter below to get updates.