Archive for December, 2015


This Year’s Most Popular Finance Tips

Posted by Madison on December 30, 2015

My Dollar Plan just celebrated our eighth anniversary! We have over 10,000 subscribers who get daily updates. Wow! Hopefully, you’ve all found great deals and tips in our articles to make, save, and grow your money. As always, feel free to email your thoughts and ideas to improve My Dollar Plan. I look forward to […]

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1st Quarter 2016 5% Rotating Cash Rewards Credit Cards

Posted by Madison on December 28, 2015

1st quarter cash back is here and it’s focused heavily on gas stations. It’s time to organize, activate and put your cards into a regular rotation. In addition, since we still have the opportunity to double our Discover it Cashback to 10% the Discover card again remains at the top of the quarterly rotation list! […]

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118 Inexpensive Stocking Stuffers and Where to Find Them

Posted by Kristen on December 23, 2015

It’s time to finish up our annual holiday gift guide series! For many of you the last thing on your list might be to find those inexpensive stocking stuffers! It’s no news that the holidays can be expensive. Between decorations, gifts, and parties, our budgets can definitely take a beating during the holidays. On top […]

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Last Minute Frugal Gifts Under $20

Posted by Madison on December 21, 2015

Our holiday gift guide series continues! This week we are highlighting last minute frugal gift ideas from readers! They were submitted years ago, but are still some of the best last minute gift ideas. Time is ticking on your holiday shopping! In case you don’t have time to order from the 10 Amazing Frugal Gift […]

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Free Amazon $5 Credit from Amazon Underground

Posted by Madison on December 11, 2015

Want a quick $5 from Amazon? Of course you do! Amazon is giving out $5 credits to use Amazon Underground. The offer is for Android devices, but keep reading if you have another device because they’re giving it out to everyone. It’s a quick and easy way to earn a free $5 if you have […]

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Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Employees

Posted by Jill on December 9, 2015

Our holiday gift guide series continues! This week we are highlighting gift ideas for your employees! If you own a business or serve in a supervisory position at work, you might be fretting about what to give your employees for the holidays… and you’re running out of time! You don’t want to spend too much…or […]

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2017-2018 401k and IRA Limits

Posted by Madison on December 6, 2015

Updated:. The 2019 IRA limits match the Roth 401ks and IRA limits. See the Roth limits for updated 2019 numbers. The 2018 401k contribution limits will increase. It’s time to start planning your contributions for next year. The 401k limits and IRA limits are determined based on inflation, but can only increase in $500 increments. […]

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Chase Freedom $15 Off $15 Purchase

Posted by Madison on December 4, 2015

Buried deep in the 12 Holiday Shopping Bonuses to Cash in Right Now is a quick $15 offer from Chase Freedom. It’s not getting as much attention as the Chase Freedom 10% Cash Back at Amazon, but it is Free Money! Chase Freedom is giving you $15 when you use Visa Checkout to pay online. […]

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Mr. Rebates Cashback and $5 Sign Up Bonus

Posted by Madison on December 2, 2015

We’re continuing our holiday cash back series with Mr. Rebates. By now, you know that cash back sites are especially lucrative around the holidays if you do any online shopping. Mr. Rebates is one of my favorite cash back sites. I love that they keep a “Lifetime Account Balance at Mr. Rebates” to see your […]

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