Monday, April 16, 2012

Frugal Forum April 16, 2012

Another year has come and gone so I hope everyone was ready to prepare their 2011 taxes. Let’s learn from any problems we encountered this year. One of the best things you can do is to be organized. You can’t go back a year but start a list now using the information you have from your 2011 to be ready to file your 2012. Start by taking an envelope and mark it “Tax Documents” to keep all of the records you will use when filing your 1040. Make a list of all the accounts you have on your 2011 to get the figures you will need for your 2012 taxes. Start a folder that will hold all your receipts you will need to file your taxes, including charitable donations of cash or goods, unreimbursed business expenses, education expenses, child-care costs, documented moving or job search expenses, medical expenses, medical insurance premiums, etc. Don’t wait till the last minute to bring your documents to your tax preparer to file your taxes, you should be well prepared for 2012. To make tax day a little less stressful many area businesses are giving you some freebies. Reward yourself with a treat.

Get half priced drinks all day April 17 at Sonic’s Drive-In http://www.sonicdrivein.com/home.jsp

Two free bites from Cinnabon World Famous cinnamon rolls from 6pm to 8pm on April 17. http://cinnabon.com/

Free small popcorn on April 15 from AMC theatres. http://www.amctheatres.com/offers/taxday

Free single serving of Shanghai Angus Steak on April 17 at Panda Express. Just download the coupon by “Liking” Panda Express on facebook. https://www.facebook.com/PandaExpress

Free value curly fries from Arby’s on April 17. Just visit their facebook page for coupon. www.facebook.com/arbys

Place an online order at PF Chang’s on April 17 to receive a 15% discount. http://www.pfchangs.com/index.aspx

Stop by any Office Depot and they will shred up to five pounds of paper and make 25 black and white copies for free. Great way to get rid of old bills and receipts. http://www.officedepot.com/speciallinks/us/od/docs/promo/25freecopies.pdf

Now through tax day (April 17) get a Chicken Burrito for just $5 at Qdoba’s. http://view.exacttarget.com/?
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Hooter’s is offering 20 boneless wings for $9.99 on April 17. https://www.mdmgames.com/hooterstaxday/register.aspx

HydroMassage locations nationwide will provide free massages between April 16 and April 20 to relieve the stress of tax filing. Print out coupon and call for reservations. http://www.hydromassage.com/taxday.htm

Whole Food is offering a free cup of coffee all day on Tax Day April 17.

Free admission ticket to Keeneland for Wednesday and Thursday spring race meet coupon http://www.keeneland.com/racing/Pictures/Copy%20Graphics/FB%20couple%20for%
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Sign your child up for Keeneland Kids Club and they will receive a personalized membership pass, birthday card from Buckles the horse, discounts, invitations to exclusive Kids Club events and more for free. http://www.keeneland.com/visit/lists/copy/copy.aspx?Page=KeenelandKidsClubMain

Kids eat free every Tuesday and Saturdays in April from 4pm to close at Bob Evans http://bobevans.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=36507247413&_X=RGMsmKh2gGEY0

Save $3 when you buy three personalized cards at Hallmark.com and use promotional code SAVE3 at checkout. www.hallmark.com
Buy one get one free Chicken Breast Sandwich at White Castle coupon http://www.whitecastle.com/promotions/savorychickenslider2012

Purchase any two Annie’s Products and receive a year’s subscription to Organic Gardening for free. ($23.94 value) http://www.annies.com/growinggoodness/Annies_MailInForm_SP2012.pdf

The RieslingRules Facebook page is offering those who “like” them a free book about Riesling Wine. https://www.facebook.com/pacificrimwine/app_115307085227981

Check out Home Depot’s free how to workshops every Saturday in April. Raised Gardening Bed- 10am to 11:30am , Create Entry Door Appeal and Door Locks Basics 1pm – 2pm
Outdoor Power Tools 1pm to 2pm every Sunday in April at Home Depot

Bring your own reusable cup and Starbucks will take 10 cents off the price of your coffee. Until April 22 get two Starbucks Petites for just $2. https://www.facebook.com/events/327722050621676/

Get a free shake with any purchase at Rally’s when you like them on their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/checkersrallys/app_390379297640500

Learn how to compost at home at The Arboretum, Tuesday, April 17, starting at 6pm. Participants who pre-register get a free Kitchen Compost Bin. Class is free just call 859-257-6955 or email dmbast0@uky.edu to register.

Walgreens is offering a free pedometer and walking bag in partnership with Celebrity Apprentice Walk with Walgreens promotion. Just sign up at the photo center where you will be awarded with your gift during the month of April.

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