When it comes to missing out on cashback half the battle is remembering to go through TopCashBack or a similar website in the first place. Missing out on cashback can be a real shame, particularly if you make a large purchase. With some retailers paying more than 10% cashback on purchases this can add up to quite a substantial amount over the year. I personally have earned more than £2,00 from TopCashBack but have probably missed out on at least several hundred more through forgetfulness! Missing cashback is something that makes me really cross when I think about it after making a purchase. If you’re a fan of making money then be sure to check out my favourite ways to make and save money online.
Money Making
This is the category for sharing my favourite ways to make money. I love to make money in a variety of ways. These include paid surveys, paid market research, matched betting and much more. I’m always looking for new ways to make some money and share that with my readers.
Make and save money on your designer accessories with Designer Exchange (AD)
AD. If you’ve been following me for a while you will know that I am big on de-cluttering and keeping my home clutter free. I love to have a clear out of unloved items from my wardrobe, on a semi-regular basis. I like to ensure that when I treat myself to something new that at least 1 item leaves my wardrobe as something the new piece comes in. I want to talk to you today about Designer Exchange, a website I’ve recently discovered! You can buy, sell and exchange various designer pieces including handbags, watches, accessories and jewellery.
Get paid to attend focus groups with People for Research (AD)
AD. I have been making money online, pretty consistently, for a number of years now. During those years I have tried all manner of ways to make money online. I have done everything from filling out paid surveys and attending focus groups to testing new products and helping software creators to ensure their software is running without glitches. Throughout the years that I have been making money online, there have been many websites that have come and gone. One money-making venture that has been consistently regarded as well paying are online paid focus groups. Today I want to share with you one of my favourite websites to make money and talk about the different ways that you can get paid for market research.
Has the Internet Forever Doomed the Silver Screen? (AD)
AD. Many of us can recall heading off to the cinema with our parents. The anticipation, the experience of purchasing a tub of popcorn and the thrill of previews have provided us with indelible memories and these can never be replaced by any other form of digital media. Still, generations are changing. Not only have the movies become incredibly expensive, but many consumers are opting for the conveniences associated with streaming online platforms such as Netflix. This has led some to wonder if the day will ever come when we see the demise of the traditional theatre. Indeed, many venues have closed over the past 20 years and such a trend might continue. However, will we witness the demise of the silver screen as a whole in favour of online alternatives? Let’s first take a look at why the online film community has grown so fast before moving on to discuss the power of the physical cinema.
The Rise of Streaming Films
The concept of streaming films has existed for some time and it is ironic to note that some of the major industry players failed to realise its importance. On perfect example can be seen in the fall of Blockbuster rentals. Beginning in the early 21st century, the needs of consumers were changing. The notion of online movie rentals seemed slight far fetched and yet, it was already on the horizon. The main pitfall was that streaming speeds were measured in kilobytes as opposed to megabytes. As a result, downloading or live streaming was difficult at best. This all changed with the introduction of broadband Internet serves and later, through fibre optic connectivity. It was now possible to watch high-definition films from the comfort of one’s own home.
As a result, many players became involved in the industry. While larger organisations such as Netflix had already carved out their niche markets, even smaller websites tried to cash in on profits by introducing portals which would provide instantaneous rentals to customers from around the world. This type of enterprise ecommerce platform was certainly advanced in terms of architecture, but will it ever replace the theatre itself?
Here to Stay (if not Slightly Muted)
The fact of the matter is that the physical cinema will always hold an appeal to viewers; regardless of the generation. While it is now possible to rent a 4K HD movie with the click of a button, the experiences associated with heading out to the movies can never be replaced. This is particularly the case with families and couples. The main stumbling block involves the prices associated with the tickets (not to mention the cost of concessions). This is why theatres which want to compete against the online community will nee to adapt their pricing structures accordingly. Still, there is no doubt that the cinema is here to stay in one form or another. However, it is just as important to recognise the role of streaming Internet services.
How to prepare a budget
For me, a pound saved is the same as a pound earned. Really, as a UK taxpayer, I need to earn more than £1 to actually have a pound! This is why I plan for family finances, track our spending and do what I can to save money. Today I want to share with you how to prepare a budget. This is quite an important part of our family life as while I don’t budget every single penny of our spending this helps us hugely. When our car went for its MOT I knew that we had money saved. If our cat has to take a trip to the vet for an emergency I know we’ve got money saved towards this.
