Savvy online shopping tips for the holidays

Posted by citiYellow

Saturday, 21 January 2012 07:30

Saving money is a top priority for many families this year, and there are more ways than ever to save money during the holiday season. Online shopping is particularly convenient, and with these few simple tips, you can save a lot of money without leaving the comfort of your home.

* Earn cash back rewards when you shop online.
Cash back shopping sites can save you a lot of money. One of the largest coupon and cash back sites is ShopAtHome.com, where you will find thousands of online coupons and discount codes for major online stores such as Target.com, Walmart.com, Kohls.com and many others. You can also earn cash back rewards on your online purchases and receive a check in the mail every month for your total savings.

For example, if you shop online at Target through ShopAtHome.com, you can receive 3 percent cash back on your total purchase amount in addition to the savings from any coupon codes that are available to use at the time.

* Shop on Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Free Shipping Day for the lowest prices.
Retailers offer significant sales during the holiday season. Pay attention to when major discounts, free shipping and other coupons are offered. Typically, Black Friday deals and Cyber Monday deals offer the biggest saving opportunities, followed by Free Shipping Day in December. If you think Black Friday shopping means fighting the crowds at your favorite store, think again. Many stores offer the same deals online as can be found in stores on Black Friday, so you can take advantage of the deals from the comfort and warmth of your home.

* Use online coupon codes.
Retailers offer thousands of coupon codes during the holiday season. Black Friday coupons and Cyber Monday coupons can also be found in abundance. Before you purchase anything online, make sure you've looked for a coupon code that can lower your bill.

* Redeem your rewards points.
If you have accumulated rewards points with an airline, credit card or retailer, redeem the points for items on your holiday shopping list. Many rewards programs enable you to shop online at popular retail stores. At checkout, you can select to pay for your entire purchase with your points.