It feels like everything costs more these days. Groceries, gas, streaming subscriptions—the list goes on.
If you’re looking for strategies to stretch your paycheck, you’re in the right place.
KashKick is on a mission to help Americans make, save and grow money. You can score some extra kash playing your favorite games or taking surveys, or pocket rewards when you complete deals.
Here are a few strategic ways to start trimming your monthly bills with your sidekick, KashKick.
Electric Bill: Find a Better Rate
Keeping the lights on has become very expensive. Have you tried using a personal electricity shopper?
Arbor Energy is a free service that scans the market to help you find savings with a trusted provider in your area. The company said it saves users up to $593 a year!
KashKick bonus: It takes two minutes to sign up for Arbor, and there’s no commitment or service interruption. Just be sure you get started through KashKick so you can score a bonus!
Groceries: Shop Smarter
One of the easiest ways to save on groceries—and save yourself time—is to order your groceries online through a delivery service like Instacart.
You can build your grocery list throughout the week (or use the same one from last week), and resist those impulse buys that always seem to sneak into your cart.
KashKick bonus: When you sign up for Instacart through KashKick and complete an online order, you’ll earn a reward.
Phone Bill: Stop Paying More Than You Have To
Phone plans are notoriously pricey, but switching providers could save you a chunk of change each year. Many carriers offer deals for new customers—and often, you can bring your own device with you.
KashKick bonus: Before you make the switch, KashKick works with some of the major phone carriers, including AT&T and Verizon, to bring iOS users kash back deals. Use KashBack by KashKick to start earning on purchases.
Bank Fees: Don’t Let Your Bank Nickel-and-Dime You
Between overdraft charges, ATM fees and minimum balance penalties, traditional banks have the uncanny ability to chip away at your budget.
The good news? There are plenty of options out there that won’t make you jump through hoops. You just might have to look beyond the corner bank and find one that’s online.
KashKick bonus: Open a Chime Checking Account with no monthly fees or account minimums. Plus, you’ll get a nice KashKick reward after you receive your first direct deposit of $200 or more within 30 days.
Streaming Services: Less is More
Remember when cutting the cord was supposed to save money? These days, it’s all too easy to wind up with five different streaming subscriptions—and a hefty monthly bill.
Every quarter, take inventory of what you’re actually watching and see if you can consolidate and cut back.
KashKick bonus: You may be able to watch all your favorite shows and movies on one platform, like Sling. Sling offers a wide selection of live channels and on-demand content—and a KashKick sign-up reward.
Bonus Strategy: Track It All in One Place
Cutting your monthly expenses is easier when you can actually see your money coming and going.
Once you’ve taken steps to cut back, use a tool like Quicken Simplifi to manage bills, track savings and stay on top of your budget.
KashKick bonus: When you sign up for Quicken Simplifi through KashKick, you’ll get rewarded for taking control of your finances. A win-win!Not yet a KashKick member? It’s free! You can sign up online or download the app (Apple Store or Google Play) and find more ways to make and save money!