I’m all over this! If you love to eat–this is the panel for you!! 

Fresh Ideas Panel – Become a member of our Fresh Ideas Panel! Please share your thoughts with us on our product ideas and offerings. By sharing your opinions with us you are eligible for monthly giveaways!

Your ideas are important! That is why we would like to invite you to join Fresh Ideas; an exciting new panel designed to collect your thoughts and feedback regarding food and what you are looking for in the foods you choose for yourself and for others, such as your family and friends.

Last time this came around many readers were able to try different brand name products

This is a brief survey that should only take about 5 minutes to complete. If you choose to join and are accepted into the panel, you will receive one to two surveys a month. In addition, you will have the chance to participate in our rewards program, where you can win gift cards for up to $200.

Head on over here to sign up.

Why are we thinking Christmas in May? Because when you are on a budget–you need to prepare early!

I have incorporated several different ways to pay for Christmas-without having to break into the savings or having to put away a certain amount every month.Though, for our sake because we have 3 boys we do put away $20 a month for Christmas on top of the earnings that I make through several different resources. Here are some great ways to earn money to pay for Christmas:

Surveys:
There are some great survey companies out there, on top of making money you often get to try out products that have not yet hit the market. Here are some of my favorites:

• Mindfield Panels
• Opinion Outpost-This gives you the option of amazon gift cards as well. I have had great experiences with Opinion Outpost and often I am able to cash out within a week or so!
• IPOS-i Say
• Global Survey Group
• Survey Spot

ValuedOpinions.com
• My Favorite! Do not get as many surveys as with others, but they tend to be high value ones.
• Each survey is assigned a rewards amount.
• Payouts made via gift cards, including Amazon. Min payout of $20.

Taking surveys will not get you rich but it will help you with a little extra cash each month. For me, I usually take about 5 surveys a day and since I have been doing surveys for over a year I have made over $400 and been able to test several great new products.

Notes when taking surveys:

• –Open a email account dedicated to surveys ONLY. You will find that it is a lot easier going through them when they aren’t mixed in your personal emails.
• – Open a paypal account. I suggest this because many companies offer this option and it is the fastest way to get your money!
• –In order to see results you have to dedicate to at least 5-7 surveys and day.
• –Apply for several different companies. I belong to about five different companies and receive about 10 surveys a day
• –Make sure to complete your profile when you sign-up. You aren’t paid for taking these surveys but this helps in qualifying you for surveys. A more complete profile=more opportunities

Sales:
There are often great sales at the end of a major season in the retail world. For instance, after the summer Target, Walmart and other stores often have a toy clearance that can go up to 75% off! More than often at Christmas time toys are priced higher than normal because the demand is higher. There is no reason not to shop for toys in July!

Budgeting:
I always stand by a budget. Having three kiddos we have to keep a budget year round just for Christmas. We set a very small amount aside each month along with any monies I may make doing surveys and keep it there until it is time to shop. This way we never feel as though we have to play catch-up at the end of the year with a large chunk of money gone from our funds.

So now that you have the resources, put them to use! Only 7 months until Christmas!

MySurvey is now accepting new applicants! If you have a spare few hours–this is a great resource for adding a little extra cash to your budget!

I talk often about taking surveys for christmas money–this has helped a ton! Sometimes it is hard to really set aside a Christmas budget when you are already on a tight budget–but taking surveys has made a big difference in what I am able to spend at the end of the year. Of course you won’t get rich taking surveys but it is great to do if you have a little extra time.

Here is what Reader Michele said about MySurvey:

• This one is at the top of my list. They offer lots of surveys and usually give you points even if you don’t qualify.
• Uses the point system to track earnings. 1100 points – $10.
• Points redeemed for various rewards, including merchandise, gift cards (including Amazon) or cash via PayPal. Min payout via gift card and PayPal is $10.

Head on over and take a look! 

MySurvey is now accepting new applicants! If you have a spare few hours–this is a great resource for adding a little extra cash to your budget!

I talk often about taking surveys for christmas money–this has helped a ton! Sometimes it is hard to really set aside a Christmas budget when you are already on a tight budget–but taking surveys has made a big difference in what I am able to spend at the end of the year. Of course you won’t get rich taking surveys but it is great to do if you have a little extra time.

Here is what Reader Michele said about MySurvey:

• This one is at the top of my list. They offer lots of surveys and usually give you points even if you don’t qualify.
• Uses the point system to track earnings. 1100 points – $10.
• Points redeemed for various rewards, including merchandise, gift cards (including Amazon) or cash via PayPal. Min payout via gift card and PayPal is $10.

Head on over and take a look!