Saving 101

Saving 101

The basics of saving money that aren't taught in school, courtesy of The Smart Shopper.

Staff Secrets: Caitlin Longwood

Staff Secrets: Caitlin Longwood

In our “Staff Secrets” segment, we share faces and habits of the people who bring you Ebates and The Smart Shopper. For our first feature, we spoke with Caitlin Longwood, the voice of Ebates social media and ninja-level Ebates expert.

Saving 101

Money saving tips aren’t taught in school, so that’s where Rakuten comes in. We’ll teach you the basics of saving money so you can make your online purchases knowing you’re getting the best prices at all of your favorite stores. Whether you’ve been locking in savings for years or you’re new to the online shopping scene, Rakuten offers plenty of tips and guides to help you find the best offers around.

Your first lesson includes promo codes. This money saving technique can save you big bucks on your purchase. Retailers issue promo codes for special occasions and we spread the word to offer the latest and current codes to Rakuten users. These codes can be for specific merchandise or even for storewide savings. Enter a promo code or coupon code and you’ll be well on your way to saving on your purchase.

The savings don’t stop there. Rakuten wants you to make the most of your shopping experience. Start at Ebates.com or get the Rakuten Cash Back Button so you can start earning money back on your online purchases. Choose from our wide selection of stores and earn a percentage of your purchase back in actual cash! Yes, you’ll actually get a real check in the mail with all of your Cash Back earnings. You can even maximize your earnings by shopping at select stores during Double Cash Back events.

Our Savings 101 tips will save you money on your orders with your favorite stores and on hot purchases like electronics or travel. Make the most of every shopping experience with the latest deals on the things you need and want most. The Smart Shopper constantly offers special savings and tips for every aspect of your life. Take your savings knowledge and go forth into the world with the experience you need to showcase your ultimate money saving potential. No item is ever too small or too big for the money saving lessons at Rakuten!