Savvy shoppers know that with a little planning, they can earn cash back or rewards almost every time they shop.
From shopping through cash-back websites such as Ebates to using discounted gift card websites like Raise, there are endless ways to save.
Shopping the right stores also can save you cash. Following are retailers that reward you every time you hand over your green.
1. Ace Hardware
Sign up for Ace Rewards, and you’ll get 10 points for every dollar you spend. Accumulate 2,500 points, and you’ll earn a $5 reward.
You also receive member-only offers.
2. AutoZone
Join AutoZone Rewards, and you’ll earn 1 credit every time you make a purchase of $20 or more. Once you earn 5 credits, you’ll get a $20 reward.
3. Best Buy
Join the My Best Buy program, and you’ll earn half of a point for every dollar spent. Once you hit 250 points, you get a $5 reward.
Rewards increase as you spend. For instance, if you make $1,500 in purchases during a calendar year, you’ll become an “elite” member and earn 1 point for every dollar you spend.
Spend $3,500 in a calendar year, and you become an “elite plus” member with a rate of 1.25 points for every dollar you part with.
As an elite or elite plus member, you’ll also enjoy other benefits, such as free shipping with no minimum purchase requirement.
4. CVS
Sign up for the ExtraCare rewards program, and you’ll score 2% back on purchases. Rewards are paid out four times a year — in January, April, July and October.
However, it’s worth noting that you must spend $50 per earning period — or otherwise earn at least $1 in ExtraBucks Rewards — to get your rewards. Also, some items at CVS — including prescriptions and copays — do not qualify for the 2% back, according to the ExtraCare frequently asked questions page.
5. Dick’s Sporting Goods
Members of the Dick’s ScoreCard program get 1 point for every dollar they spend. With 300 points, you get a $10 reward.
ScoreCard members also enjoy exclusive coupons and access to special events.
6. Kohl’s
Enroll in Kohl’s Yes2You Rewards program, and you’ll get 1 point for every dollar you spend. On the first of every month, you’ll get a $5 reward for every 100 points you have accumulated.
You’ll also receive a special gift on your birthday and opportunities to earn bonus points.
For more on saving at Kohl’s, check out “The 9 Best Ways to Save Money at Kohl’s.”
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7. Office Depot/Office Max
Sign up for Office Depot/Office Max Rewards, and you’ll get 2% back in rewards on purchases.