Sharing the Wealth
There are a lot of products and services that I use every single day: From apps designed to help me save, invest, and make money to items that keep me looking soft and supple (in my Heidi N. Closet whistle.) Because I’m a loyal customer, many of these businesses offer a shareable referral bonus link. Until recently, I’d only share the link with friends and family, but then it dawned on me: “Share the wealth with your readers, idiot!”
So, I started compiling a list of many of the products that I love and, at this point, probably can’t live without in hopes that you get just as much out of them as I do. Check it out and let me know which ones you love and/or already use!
Oh! And be sure to check this list periodically as I’ll probably update it when I find new life & time-saving things to spend my money on! In the new handy-dandy search box on the homepage, just search any term in this post to jump right back to it!
So, I’ve been using Acorns for several years. What I love about it is its unique way of investing. Remember back in the day when you (or probably your parents) would take the day’s spare change from your pockets and put it in a piggy bank? Well, Acorns does that but in a modern way. The “spare” change from every transaction on your debit card or bank account gets rounded up into an investment account that’s tailored to your investment objective and tolerance. As a former Financial Advisor, I can say for sure that it’s a simple and easy way to not only save and invest but to learn how to invest if you’re a novice. While it’s best to let your investments grow, with the Acorns Invest account, you can make withdrawals in tough times. And I can tell you, I’ve gone through a tough time or two and was thankful for my Acorns account! Acorns puts you in control of your money and investments. Most people think you need hundreds or even thousands of dollars to be an investor. With Acorns, all you need is spare change. Clicking on the image will take you to my personal referral page where you’ll get a $5 bonus after you make your first investment!
I’ve been using skincare products for I don’t know how many years — jumping from one brand to another, trying out this cleanser, that moisturizer, whatever scrub I thought was best on the grocery store shelves. It wasn’t until I tried buttah. for the first time earlier this year that I became brand loyal. We’ll talk about some of the products in a minute, but what really stood out to me was the attention to detail and customer service. When I received my very first order, there was a little card included that said something like, “sorry, but we’re out of our customary velvet travel bags so here’s 20% off your next order.” My items instead came in a mesh bag which was perfectly fine by me! I was a first-time customer so I had no idea I was supposed to receive a fancy-ass velvet bag anyway! That’s stellar customer service and that’s how you build brand loyalty!
Go to my Instagram and check out any post with my face (there may be one or two…) in it since the turn of the year. You can thank buttah. for my smooth, glowing skin! Since day one, I’ve been a fan of their Rosewater Toner that keeps my skin smooth and taut. Recently, I got into the cleanser, tea tree scrub, and, since I have combination skin, the oil-free gel moisturizer! I didn’t know there was such a thing! I’d been using moisturizers for years and just dealt with the fact that my face would be extra oily and shiny a couple of hours later. Get 20% off your first order when you use my link. Just click the pic!
My beard does not and will never look like this man’s and that’s just something I’ve had to accept (insert sad face emoji here…) But, that doesn’t mean my baby beard doesn’t still need some TLC! I’ve been using Scotch Porter’s beard products for over a year now and my cake warmer has never felt better! About once a week I wash and cleanse my beard with their Beard Wash and follow up with the conditioner and serum. I’ve also used their Beard Balm to keep it soft and shiny. Want $20 off your first order? You already know what to do.
My bestie started using Hello Fresh first. As a customer, he was able to send me a free box. That was last year and I’ve been hooked ever since. Hello Fresh saves me so much time! I don’t have to sit and search for recipes to cook for the week and then go to the store for all of the ingredients. All I do is open the app every week, choose the 3 meals that look the tastiest and wait on them to be delivered! Dassit! On top of how easy and convenient it’s made my life, many of the meals have helped to expand my palate. I eat things like Greek Goddess Bulgur Bowls with hummus and cucumber feta salad; Chickpea & Spinach Fritters with lemon raisin basmati rice; and Kale Chicken Caesar salad with tomato and sweet potato! Bulgur, chickpeas, basmati, and kale! KALE!! Things I never would’ve dared try if not for Hello Fresh, but those recipes are some of my faves! The last great thing about Hello Fresh before I shut the hell up is that there isn’t any food waste. You know how you go to the store for just a little cilantro but all that’s available is that bush that you just know is going to end up turning brown and slimy in the fridge? Yeah, I hate that, but Hello Fresh sends only the necessary amount of each ingredient per recipe. Click the pic to get $100 off when you sign up! You can thank me once you’ve tried the Bulgogi Pork Cutlets Over Veggie Stir-Fry!
My first order on Society 6 was an art print called “Chocolate Cake” which is not at all safe for work so click at your risk. But, I’ve been enamored with Society 6 ever since! The majority of my wall art comes from there. What I love most is that it isn’t the factory-made stuff that you’d get from your run-of-the-mill home decor store. These are real pieces that are artist-created! Check out my post featuring all of my Society 6 art! Another great thing about Society 6 is that they don’t stop at wall art: You want a blanket, a yoga mat, a fucking shower curtain featuring that piece you love from that artist you love?? Done! The image can be printed on just about anything! Get $15 off your first order!
Does this sound at all familiar: “Ugh! I got to go grocery shopping!” I know it does because I’ve been there, too! What if I told you that not only would you not have to make your next grocery trip, but you can also get $10 off?? Listen, I told you, I’m sharing the wealth! These days, between writing, downward-facing dogs, conference calls, and the gym, I’m either too busy or too drained to go on major shopping trips. Enter Instacart. It’s so much easier and less time-consuming to open the app, add everything I need to my cart, and just wait for my shopper to get it done and deliver straight to my door! For me, Instacart really comes in handy for those heavier bulk orders since I don’t have to traipse around a massive warehouse, find boxes, get the tonnage into my car, and subsequently up a flight of stairs! I just place my order and pray that my shopper knows to lift with their knees…but, of course, I tip well for the workout!
In life, you have to spend money to make money, but Rakuten makes it fun! Let me ask you, what was the last online purchase you made? Mine was at Nike and guess what, I got 8% cashback on my order through Rakuten! It’s 2021 and most things we buy are bought online, so why not get money back for the money you spend? I’ve used Rakuten for years now and I can’t count how many rebates I’ve received. Before you check out, go to Rakuten.com or the Rakuten app to get paid back for what you’re about to pay out. Oh, and they offer in-store cashback, too! As a lil’ something extra, click the pic to get $30 back automatically!
