Carmex Contest

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Carmex is celebrating 75 Years with 750,000 Carmex Fans? The first sweepstakes starts when they hit 250,000 fans!



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Win a 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid

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Here is a freebie that, well is more of sweepstakes. It is from Kellogg's and they are giving away; what they are calling "Carl's Ride." A 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid.
Enter today. You could be the one (1) winner of the grand prize as listed above or one (1) of 50 first (1st) prizes: $250 (prepaid) gas cards.
I know I would be happy with both, although I would rally like to win the grand prize I could really use $250 in gas. I mean that would be about 6 fill ups at the pump. So not to shabby of a prize.
However, you MUST enter by Nov 1, 2011, so hurry to get your chance to win!




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Contest

Mark at Buy Like Buffet is giving away an iPad and three gift certificates, with 20 entries available per person. Ends 1/31. I have been so wanting an ipad for a very long time. I hope that I win this one. In the meantime, I wanted you to have a chance at winning one of these great prizes as well.


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And The Winners Are............

Recently, we here at DebtFree4ever.NET reviewed the new book by Belsky and Gilovich Why Smart people Make Big Money Mistakes. As part of that review we held a book giveaway. After ten (10) days of accepting entries, we had a total of 6 entries.

Last night, using randomizer.org, three (3) of those entries were selected as the winners. Each of those winners have been notified and their books will be mailed to them as soon as we receive their mailing addresses in response to our emails.

And The Winners Are............

Becky R

Kate

Mona

Book Giveaway

Recently, I reviewed Why Smart people Make Big Money Mistakes by Belsky and Gilovich. A very interesting book. If you haven't already, read the review and comment below for a chance to win one of three copies (provided by Simon & Schuster) that I will be giving here in a random drawing.

To enter leave a comment below. Please include in the comment your email address.

The 3 winners will be chosen randomly using Randomizer.org.

Remember there are three (3) chances to win. So leave a comment and then refer your friends to enter for a chance to. Don't forget to include you email address.

Winners chosen March 15.

Giveaway: Free Concert Tickets

To the readers in Topeka, KS I would like to announce that I will be conducting a drawing for a pair of free tickets.

What: Kelli O'Hara/Topeka Symphony
When: Mon March 23, 2009 7:30 PM
Where: TPAC
Contest deadline: March 15, 2009
To enter, you may respond to this post.

If you respond at this blog, tick the box to be updated of any follow-up emails. That way you will be sure to see when I make the announcement.

You may also send your name and phone number to my email address.

Thanks
Kevin S. (aka the Prince of Thrift)



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Happy Pancake Day Everyone!

When I arrived at the local IHOP, the parking lot was packed. However, when I entered the line was shorter then it is on other occasions (last time was my 40th birthday - July 13, 2009) that I eat at this location. There was still a number of open tables. I was a little surprised, but then again I wasn't. I mean, unlike, the free Grand Slam Day at Denney's, this promotion is going until 10 PM tonight. Which means the customers aren't as pressed with time constraints. Then again, Denney's had two locations locally and IHOP only has the one location.

I arrived about 7:20 AM and I was leaving about 7:50 AM. The pancakes, as usual, was awesome. Normally, when I come, I get the hash browns, eggs and bacon (or sausage) to. However, today I am going the frugal route. The free pancakes and water.





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Free Short Stack All Day Today

If you missed my post last night. I will re-post it. I was reminded yesterday that it is Shrove Tuesday and that means Free short stack day at IHOP. The folks at the International House of Pancakes do this every year. I and a friend went a year ago and will be there at 7 am (or shortly there after) this morning. If you are in Topeka, come on out to the one location in town and get those free pancakes. For everyone else, get to your local IHOP and support the Children's Miracle Network. And remember, the wait staff still needs to be paid, so don't forget to leave a tip.

It is going to be a great day tomorrow. That is if you like free things.

Mardi Gras means more than beads and parades; since 2006, it's also meant free pancakes at the International House of Pancakes (IHOP). This February 24, 2009, IHOP will serve up their famous pancakes for free to visitors between the hours of 7am and 10pm.
- Digital City

There is a catch though. All they ask is that you consider making a donation to the Children's Miracle Network. So why not go out to your local IHOP and get some free grub (a free short stack), while helping out your local Children's Hospital. Oh and don't forget to tip the wait staff.

I will try to let you know more about my visit later today. Perhaps I can even go in for breakfast this morning and dinner (after work) late tonight (right before the 10 pm cut off time).
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Free Pancakes Tomorrow

It is going to be a great day tomorrow. That is if you like free things.

Mardi Gras means more than beads and parades; since 2006, it's also meant free pancakes at the International House of Pancakes (IHOP). This February 24, 2009, IHOP will serve up their famous pancakes for free to visitors between the hours of 7am and 10pm.
- Digital City

There is a catch though. All they ask is that you consider making a donation to the Children's Miracle Network. So why not go out to your local IHOP and get some free grub (a free short stack), while helping out your local Children's Hospital. Oh and don't forget to tip the wait staff.


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Yes, It Really Is Free Today!

(Look at that beautiful food on my plate)

I arrived at one of the two local Denny's locations here in Topeka, at 6:10 am, and there was already a line going out the door. I was surprised to find an acquaintance, and who owns rentals in my neighborhood, to arrive shortly after me. He was unaware of the promotion, and since both of us were alone, we decide to sit together. Our wait wasn't very long, despite the line. By 6:15 we were seated, although, it was in smoking rather then non-smoking.

The reason for all the people, was a free Grand Slam. The offer is good all morning today 6am-2pm. I really encourage you to go and get your free meal. I ordered an Orange juice to go with my free meal. Boy was that a mistake...that glass of OJ cost me about as much a half gallon of OJ would have...$2.45. When I left I was sure to leave a tip, I mean just because the restaurant is giving away the food doesn't mean the waitress shouldn't get her pay.

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Free Meal (Grand Slam) This Tuesday

Hey all you singles (and even married families). This week there is one day, that you can truly eat out for less then eating in. Yes, you read that right. This Tuesday February 3, 2009 from 6 am-2pm, you can get a free meal from Denny's. A "Grand Slam" nonetheless. That's 2 eggs, 2 sausage, 2 bacon, 2 pancakes per customer. Absolutely NO carry outs and NO substitutions.

They just ran a commercial during the Superbowl to advertise this promotion. However, according to another blogger, the deal doesn't stop there.

PLUS every guest will receive a free coupon book with 8 coupons in it-- each coupon book has 4 BOGO coupons, 2 25% off coupons, 1 coupon for free dessert and 1 coupon good for a free order of pancake puppies.

Now, I have to wonder, what is are pancake puppies.

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Congratulations Brandy, Winner #2

I still have to send out the 1st book, but today is Flag Day, and time to announce the 2nd winner. The 2nd giveaway only had 2 people enter. Brandy is the winner of this particular giveaway. Her question:

if I put $400 a month towards my credit cards how long will it take me to pay of $20,000? Interest ranging from 4% to 24%?

will be answered on Monday morning. Congratulations Brandy. The last drawing in this series will also start Monday and will be for a copy of "Learning to invest (2nd edition)," by Beatson Wallace.

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Free Credit Report and Score Monitoring?

Did you know beginning later this month(June 16, 2008), you will be able to get free unlimited access to your credit report and score? It's true! After confirming it with multiple sources, I am bringing you the information, so that you can take part in this limited time offer.

I first heard about it on Saturday mornings Today Show. After which, I began looking on the news sites. Where, I found several more articles on the deal.

It seems that there was a class action lawsuit against TransUnion. TransUnion denied any wrongdoing, but agreed to settle the case to avoid lengthy litigation expenses, according to the settlement.

Millions of consumers will soon be able to get their credit score and up to nine months of credit-monitoring service for free from TransUnion, which reached a preliminary settlement of a class-action lawsuit this week.
- SeattlePI.com

Giving millions of Americans a great opportunity, to check their 3-digit credit score, which determines the interest rate you'll get on mortgages, car loans and other credit accounts. However, the expert interviewed on the Today Show warned that the credit score that TransUnion gives you will be only a TransUnion score and will not be the FICO score that banks, financial institutions and other lenders use. Still though, it does give you a good idea of that number that Dave Ramsey calls "the I love debt score."

I strongly recommend taking advantage of this offer, if you qualify. So how do you qualify?

If you had a credit card, loan or credit account between January 1987 and May 28, 2008 (this will include millions of consumers), you'll be able to elect one of two options:
- SeattlePI.com

Finally, if you do qualify, there are two options that you have.

(1) Basic relief. Free credit monitoring for six months, which gives you daily access to your credit report and credit score and 24-hour credit-monitoring service. This normally costs $59.75. Those who elect this option may get a cash payment if there's money left from the $75 million settlement fund.

(2) Enhanced relief. An alternative enhanced set of services" in exchange for a full release of claims. This options includes nine months credit monitoring, a suite of insurance scores and TransUnion's mortgage simulator service. This option normally would cost $115.50. You won't be entitled to any cash payment under this option.
- SeattlePI.com

If it were up to me, I would take the 6 month option, in hopes to getting that check also. However, if you don't want the cash payment, then go ahead and take the 9 months option. No matter, which option you choose, remember to cancel at the end of that period of time.


So how do you get benefits? Starting June 16, you'll be able to register online at www.listclassaction.com or call 1-866-416-3470.
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Another Giveaway - Ask Me Anything 2

Like the last giveaway, that we just completed. I am giving away another workbook. This one, I also was given, specifically for passing on to my readers. The Financial Planning Workbook, by (the late) Larry Burkett.

There are some simple rules.

Like last time the entry will be made by comment to this post.

The comment MUST contain a question relating to personal finance.

The comment must have some way I can contact you. Or some way, that you will know that you are the winner. Whether, it be your blog or email.

Only one entry per giveaway.

There you have it. So what are you waiting for? The drawing will be on Flag Day, June 14th. All questions asked, as last time will be answered. However, the winner will have their question asked first.

I would like to have the "Readers Question" become a regular feature of this blog. There will be one more (planned) giveaway after this one. That drawing will be for the book Learning to Invest (2nd Edition) by Beatson Wallace.

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Winner Announced

The winner of the first giveaway in the Great Ask Me Any Question Giveaway, has been drawn this morning. And the winner is MzMuny.

Her question was:

What are your plans once you are out of debt?

mzmuny

I will be answering this question on Monday morning. For now I would like to congratulate MzMuny and as soon as she emails me her physical address, I will ship her prize out to her.

A new giveaway will start Monday as well. Stay tuned for another great chance at winning one of the other two great books.

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Reminder: Giveaway Ends Tomorrow

Just a reminder, the giveaway for the Living Financially Free Workbook, by James L. Paris, ends tomorrow. What's that? You say, you missed that post? Well don't fret, you can still enter, by clicking here.

Here are the rules:
make a comment, making sure I have a way to contact you (whether it be an email address or your blog). The comment must contain a question, that you would like me to answer via this blog.

Then tomorrow morning before I leave the house for work, I will post the winner, chosen randomly by the randomizer website. I will then leave a post on the winners blog (or email) notifying them to contact me so that I know where to mail the workbook.



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The Great Ask Me Anything of 2008 Giveaway 1

A while back, Trent over a the Simple Dollar asked his readers to ask him anything.

you can ask any question you’d like in this thread - a specific personal finance question, a philosophical question, a personal development question, a pop culture question (maybe you have a video game related one you’d like to get off your chest), a cooking question, even a personal question about me. The only guidelines are to keep them family friendly and to avoid asking for personal information that, well, no sane person would provide. If you’ve ever had a simple question you want answered, now’s the time.
- Trent

Well, I am going to start the same project, or at least one similar. There will be a twist though. I am going to conduct a giveaway. I have been given three (3) books to giveaway, and so I will do just that give them away. Very simple to enter. Make a comment to this post. The winner will be chosen at random. However, your entry will be disqualified if (1) you have already entered previously in the current drawing cycle, and (2) if you fail to ask a question. The winner for the 1st drawing (to be held May 31st, 2008) will win a copy the workbook, "Living Financially Free," by James L. Paris. In addition, their question will be the first one I attempt to answer.

Can you stump me? What would you like to read about? What do you want to know? I’m listening!

The remaining questions, I will work on in subsequent posts. The other two winners will also have their question answered (or at least attempted) before the others.


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other 2 books will be:
Learning How To Invest by Beatson Wallace
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The Financial Planning Workbook by Larry Burkett




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Free Ipod

One thing I have wanted for a long time is an Ipod. Well, I found a blog who is giving away an 16GB Ipod Touch. Now if I am lucky enough to win this, I can download the Dave Ramsey radio show and hear it when ever I have time. Never again would I have to miss a minute of the show. Perhaps I could do the same thing for the TV show, but we shall see on that one.
The features of this particular Ipod are:

Multi-touch interface
3.5 Inch widescreen display
Surf the web with Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Gift value $399.00

The winner will be selected at random on Monday November 12. I hope no one goes to the blog and enters, so I will have a better chance of winning. If you do, however, the author says you must follow a few simple rules.

All you need to do is make a post on your blog linking back to their blog article.

Then simply post a comment on said article with the address of the page that you made about this contest. One post will enter you into this contest.

Free Chick-Fil-A Coupon

Just heard you can get a free Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich and a free Medium Coca-Cola can be yours by visiting FreeChickenAndCoke.com. It's only being offered to the first one million participants. So you will have to hurry!

Washburn University

Well I have to say I am amazed. Not a single person wanted the Washburn tickets. The first game of the season is tomorrow at noon, and I have a pair of tickets to give away to the game.


***Update the tickets were given away on a friends talk show. Washburn lost today's game 34-24.****