Remember back when we all managed to exist quite happily as a society without the use of cell phones? Well, we really didn’t know what we were missing. We’re existing a whole lot better these days now that we have the ability to keep in contact with family and friends while we’re on the go, as well as call the Auto Club from the side of the road when we have a flat tire. Cell phones are an integral part of our lives and they will continue to be far into the foreseeable future.
While these pocket-sized powerhouses of communication are a true wonder of the modern age, they do, from time to time, come with one huge drawback—the expense! Cell phone bills can reach astronomical levels, especially if you go beyond the allowed usage limitations of your cell phone plan. But Sprint has provided a solution to the overage bill problem. The company is offering an unlimited plan for $79.99/month. The plan includes unlimited text and wireless calling to any mobile in America, unlimited data while on the Sprint Network, and unlimited 4G with no data usage caps.
And Sprint makes it easy to make all of these calls, send all of these texts, and use all of this data—with the Nexus S 4G from Google. For just $29.99 after online instant savings (restrictions apply) you can practically have the world at your fingertips. You’ll have access to thousands of applications, you can visit your favorite social networking sites, take great pictures with the 5 megapixel autofocus camera with flash, and control it all with a 4-inch touch screen.
Dana Robinson
Dana Robinson is the Editorial Manager of PromoCodes.com
So your son has moved out for his first year of college. You’ve packed up everything he’ll need, settled him into his new dorm room, and said your good-byes. But now that his classes are starting, so is the pressure. Be a spark of positivity in your son’s academic struggle. Emotional support goes just as far, and sometimes even farther, than any financial support ever could.
What’s Cooking?: Whether he admits it or not, your son will soon come down with a case of home sickness. Instead of spending money on a flight home, send him a care package with some of your famous home cooking. His favorite sweet and savory treats, made with love, of course, will give him the extra boost of energy and joy he’ll need to get through his studies.
Good Looking: Now that he’s living in a dorm with his friends around 24/7, he’ll want to look his best every moment. And let’s face it, boys wear accessories too. Instead of splurging on pricey new sneakers, get him a new cap to update his wardrobe. Check out Lids.com where you can choose from caps that show off his favorite sports team, his school pride, his new fraternity, or any other customized one-of-a-kind design. And you don’t need to break the bank to surprise your son. Lids will take 20% off your order of over $25 until September 30 (code: LIDS20SAVE), so you won’t have to spend big to save big.
Naomi Kahlon
Naomi Kahlon is a frequent contributor to PromoCodes.com.
That long list of school supplies you received last week when your children went back to school was just the beginning. Within the next few weeks you’ll realize just how fast your kids can blow through paint, crayons, paper, and notebooks; and before you know it, it’ll be time to replenish what you just finished purchasing. Luckily, Discount School Supply is offering 20% off all in-stock items (code: BESTDEAL) until September 19. They’ve got anything and everything that a child could want or need for class, including paints, crayons, paper, scissors, and more.
And to make learning extra fun, you can stock up on some at-home educational toys, like the Modern Family Kitchen playset and the 45-piece grocery set. And don’t forget to teach them about healthy eating habits with the Make-A-Meal Healthy Food Set.
Dana Robinson
Dana Robinson is the Editorial Manager of PromoCodes.com.
Back-to-school not only means finally moving your kids out of the house, it also means that it’s time for their first lesson in financial responsibility. Getting them acclimated to the idea of budgeting their money will put them on the road not only to financial independence, but to financial responsibility.
And one of the best ways for them to learn about the business of finance is to encourage them to apply for a Western Union MoneyWise Prepaid MasterCard. The prepaid card is different from a credit card because it allows money to be added to the card in order to purchase goods and services. The card can only be used by people who are at least 18 years of age, and it can be reloaded over and over again. It also has no monthly maintenance fees, no purchase transaction fees, no overdraft or late payment fees, and allows students to only spend the money that’s available on the card.
And since security is just as important as financial responsibility, you can rest easy knowing that the money on the card is protected by MasterCard’s Zero Liability Policy if the card gets lost or stolen. The card even allows your kids to withdraw cash anywhere Debit MasterCard is accepted.
It’s a great way for college students to dip their toes into the grown-up world of purchasing, paying, balancing, and budgeting. And thanks to the card’s aforementioned lack of maintenance fees, transaction fees, etc., the MoneyWise card can actually help them save money. So this fall, see if you can squeeze in a few life lessons along with your students’ regular course load. They can start to learn good financial habits now that will help guide them for the rest of their lives.
Dana Robinson
Dana Robinson is the Editorial Manager of PromoCodes.com.
As your beloved daughter moves on to her exciting college adventure, it can be tough for you to see her go, but even tougher for your wallet. Teaching her some valuable savings tips will help you keep the costs down while she tries to figure out her way around. Let her be independent, on her own, and free, but sharing some savings secrets with her before she leaves will make her college experience a much more economic-friendly atmosphere.
Don’t Eat Up The Green: Food is a big issue in college with the multitude of tempting unhealthy choices, forcing students to succumb to eating out every day. Let your daughter know that eating out will seem more convenient, but in the long run it’s better, healthier, and cheaper to buy your own food from the market and cook yourself. Before she leaves, give her different recipes that are dorm-friendly and easy to make. You can even surprise her with some treats in a package sent from home.
Textbooks for Rent: The next big money shredder on college campuses is the outrageously expensive textbooks your daughter has to splurge on. Let her know that there are alternatives to paying full price at her school’s bookstore. At College Book Renter you can rent your textbooks for half the price and sometimes more. At the end of the semeter, once the books have outlived their usefullness, they’ll just end up collecting dust on the shelf, so why not rent them? Also, until September 30, you can get 5% off your entire order at College Book Renter–so let your daughter in on this money-saving secret while it lasts! (code: TOUCHDOWN)
Saba Kerendian
Saba Kerendian is a frequent contributor to PromoCodes.com
You can boost your energy with a little bit of exercise during the day without wasting your time and money on signing up for a gym. There are more exciting, efficient, and enlivening ways you could stay in shape while keeping your wallet in check. Feeling good about yourself should start from within, and with a bit of effort, your daily routine will keep you feeling fresh, lively, and energetic as ever!
Run Your Life: Starting your day off with a 10 minute run in the morning will do wonders for your energy. You can boost and build up your stamina by incrementally increasing your running time and speed. Investing in some cute, affordable, and comfortable running shoes will keep you motivated while feeling like you’re running on air.
Pump it Up: If you’re looking for something more adventurous and unique, try taking up skateboarding, snowboarding, or tennis. It’s a great way to get your adrenaline pumping while doing something fun. Feeling that rush of excitement on your first attempt will keep you energized for weeks! Don’t be intimidated if you haven’t tried any of these sports yet, because even just looking like a pro can enhance your motivation and forces you to practice. Browse through some snow goggles, skateboards, and outerwear at CCS. Until September 7, you can take $15 off any of your purchases over $75 (code: LKS6V995).
Share the Rush: Don’t like to exercise alone? Make your routine a part of your child’s life as well. Encouraging healthy fitness at a young age will help boost your child’s stamina, energy, and mood while maintaining a healthy relationship between the two of you. Take your child on a snowboarding trip for the weekend or you can keep it simple with Saturday afternoon jogs.
Saba Kerendian
Saba Kerendian is a frequent contributor to PromoCodes.com
