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AARP Rewards Online Community Budget Contest 2025

Forum|Forum|1 year ago
April 28, 2025
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Share how you use AARP Rewards as a smart way to stick to your budget and save money for a chance to win!

Simply reply to this post telling us about how you have been able to reduce the cost of everyday expenses like travel, gifts, fast-casual meals (ex: Chipotle, Dominos, Panera), and/or online purchases and how the AARP Rewards programs have become an easy, low-effort way to stretch your budget further and stay financially mindful.

The contest will run beginning on Monday, May 5th – Friday, May 30, 2025. Official Rules - https://community.aarp.org/t5/AARP-Rewards-Connect/AARP-Rewards-Online-Community-Budget-Contest-2025-Official-Rules/m-p/2608505

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ks72184067

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I Love AARP Rewards!! I buy the daily deals gift cards which helps save money on the purchased item and keeps me on budget so I don't overspend. I really enjoy entering the sweepstakes because there are always so many gift cards to try and win. I enjoy purchasing the $5 gift cards with points ( I wish we could get more than a limit of 3 each month), it like using a $5 coupon towards my purchase. The instant wins are fun as well.

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ks72184067

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I add all of my gift cards right away to my google wallet, make sure to include the pin# and you always have it with you at you fingertips without looking through emails.

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MR348816

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I reduce the cost of everyday expenses by making things simple. The AARP rewards have help me save cost on travel allowing me to maximize my allocated budget for travel. I also use the different resources to learn how to save more and tips to assist with my current strategy. The entertainment that they provide free helps to allow me to save on that portion in the budget.

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petunia25

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I I use rewards points to save on every day expenses and also to treat myself every now and then to a restaurant. I also enter sweepstakes and instant wins in the hopes of winning a bigger prize!

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DeborahN139706

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AARP rewards sweepstakes and instant wins are a great chance to not only offset costs for a large variety of stores but expose me to opportunities to explore venues that may be budget friendly but I've never tried or even considered.

The current climate of costs, anxiety and uncertainty can be paralyzing to a lot of people especially to AARP aged members like me. (Others may disagree and that's absoultely okay--please understand nothing controversial or argumentive was meant by what was just stated.) Just personally feel that the rewards program provides pearls of wisdom that I appreciate and enjoy using to stay active, engaged and still be able socialize with friends, neighbors and family. Time is such a precious commodity --AARP rewards give me the ability to have enjoyable dining,entertainment and travel options without creating options additional financial worries. Getting older, having unforseen medical issues and feeling a little lost with retirement are hard enough.

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MichaelA248808

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It has been said that there are four necessary life expenses: housing, utilities, food, and transportation. Housing is naturally a big line-item in anyone's budget, however, my cost is half that of my neighbor. Just by having a roommate, I save hundreds every month. The same logic applies to utilities. This frees up spending for other things, such as gift cards purchased at a discount through AARP. I save at least $25 a month by purchasing five $25 gift cards for a discount price of $20 a card. Not only do I buy gift cards to restaurants, but I buy grocery store gift cards. By using discount gift cards at the grocery store, I am able to purchase more goods for the same amount. I even have begun to purchase private-label products to save even more. My favorite money-saving tip is to buy frozen produce, since it does not spoil as quickly as fresh produce. If you ever find yourself throwing away spoiled food, give frozen produce a try. Finally, for transportation I have downloaded the mobile apps for my most frequented gas stations. I save at least a dime a gallon compared to the old way. It may not seem like a lot, however it does not take a lot of effort. Saving money is seldomly regrettable!

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CarrieP705532

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I will try to buy gift cards at a discount rate plus I will use my rewards to discounts off cards. When we go out to eat we have our dinner menu at lunch because lunch is cheaper than dinner. We also look for restaurant coupons and use store coupons all the time.

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susanjski

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I purchase a lot of Home Depot gift cards. The discount really helps me fund all my gardening needs.

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JohnK849563

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I use AARP Rewards to watch videos and take quizzes to earn points that I can redeem for discount savings at many places. I also enter sweepstakes with AARP points and occasionally win an additional savings. Each month AARP provides extra bonus discounts for completing about three specific sections of videos and quiz challenges. I have learned savings, scam, cooking and healthy lifestyle tips as well for additional "invisible" savings. I enjoy using AARP Rewards almost every day.

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DNGodBlessAmerica

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AARP rewards have taught me how to save money for restaurants, travel and everyday living through quizzes and videos. You are never to old to learn how to save money. I love the AARP rewards program. AARP also helps my mind stay sharp.