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Get the HBO Max subscription deal — just $2.99 per month

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Winter is great time to try out a different streaming service. HBO Max, now formally rebranded as Max, has an awesome Black Friday deal to make it more affordable! Now through December 2, 2024, you can get a six-month subscription to Max for just $2.99 per month.    Stream … [Read more...] about Get the HBO Max subscription deal — just $2.99 per month

Find current and cheap gas prices in Columbus

Looking for the cheap gas prices in Columbus? Check out the charts to see the cheapest gas near you and around the city, according to GasBuddy. Gas prices are high right now, so saving money when you can is worth it. The Gas Buddy charts will show the 10 cheapest gas prices in each region of … [Read more...] about Find current and cheap gas prices in Columbus

Expanded Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Shopping and Dining

Back to school shopping is never cheap. But Ohioans can save even more this year with the expanded Sales and Use Tax - Sales Tax Holiday from the Ohio Department of Taxation. There are changes to the holiday that make it a good deal even if you don't have kids in school! The sale expanded to 10 … [Read more...] about Expanded Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Shopping and Dining

Get a big bonus with IKEA gift card purchase (limited time!)

If you love IKEA, it's time to stop up on gift cards! IKEA Gift Card Offer From July 10 to 16, 2023, IKEA is offering a $20 bonus with the purchase of an $80 eGift Card.  It's the same as a 20% discount on your purchase, which is a huge deal! The offer is not valid … [Read more...] about Get a big bonus with IKEA gift card purchase (limited time!)

How to find cheap car insurance in Columbus

This content is sponsored by The Zebra, an insurance comparison site that can simplify your research process and deliver personalized car or home insurance quotes from top companies to help you find better, cheap car insurance. Let’s get to the good news right away: car insurance in Columbus is … [Read more...] about How to find cheap car insurance in Columbus

Earn money by sharing your opinions from home

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Hey Columbus! Are you looking to make some extra money? Of course you are, who isn’t? Focus Group by Schlesinger wants to reward you for sharing your opinion on topics such as food, beverages, technology, entertainment, and more! You can earn money by participating in Focus Groups, Online … [Read more...] about Earn money by sharing your opinions from home

Where is my stimulus check? Find out when to expect it.

According to the IRS, they have sent out the first wave of economic impact payments on Saturday, April 12. When can you expect your stimulus check, and how much will it be? The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) was signed into law on March 27, 2020, and includes a … [Read more...] about Where is my stimulus check? Find out when to expect it.

Looking for a job? These companies are hiring in Columbus

Whether you're newly unemployed, laid off, or have been looking for a job, there are many companies that are currently hiring in Columbus and Central Ohio. Most grocery, retail, and food industry companies that have been deemed essential are hiring. Some positions may be temporary, but that may all … [Read more...] about Looking for a job? These companies are hiring in Columbus

Free paper shredding at Staples

    Through Dec. 23, Staples is offering customers up to two pounds of free paper shredding. To get the deal, you'll need a printable coupon, which you can find on this page, along with a number of other Staples coupons. While you're working on your taxes or doing some holiday … [Read more...] about Free paper shredding at Staples

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