These days, there are few among us who don’t indulge in spending sprees online. Without a doubt, one of the best online market places on Earth is Amazon, where you can get everything you could ever need for discount prices. But are there even more ways to save money when you shop on Amazon? There sure are!

10. Some Credit Cards Get You More Benefits Than Others.

One of the first rules of shopping is that not all credit cards were created equal, and shopping online is no different! Some credit cards offer rewards for shopping on Amazon, whilst there are other cards created specifically for Amazon shoppers. For those interested in the entertainment sections of Amazon or Foodies the Citi Forward Visa is the best choice, whilst the Amazon Rewards Visa is perfect for every day shoppers.

9. Use Amazon Trade-In To Sell Your Old Stuff.

Using Amazon Trade-In you can trade your old electronics, books and games for Amazon Credit! This may not seem as beneficial as using a site like Gazelle to trade for money, but you are likely to get a significantly larger amount of money in credit than cash. For example, if you trade an iPhone 5 for money you can get around $75, but if you trade for credit you can get $225.

8. If Your Package Doesn’t Ship On Time You Can Get A Refund.

Before you simply accept that your package is late, make sure you check the delivery dates that you were promised when making your purchase. If you package is shipped or arrives late you may be eligible for a refund or an extended Amazon Prime membership. All you need to do is contact Amazon or the seller to receive the rewards for waiting.

7. Get Amazon Add-Ons When You Spend $25 Or Over, Or Skip The Minimum Entirely.

Amazon’s add-on scheme is a particularly crafty piece of marketing as it promises discount prices but only when you spend $25, which may be more than you ever intended to spend in the first place. To get around this $25 minimum and get your add-ons without going overboard, all you need to do is add a pre-order to meet the price. Pre-ordering video games, movies or books is completely free of charge until they are ready to ship, so just make sure you cancel before they’re released.

6. Get A Refund If There’s A Price Drop.

If the price of an item you’ve bought drops within 7 days of it’s delivery then you may be eligible for a refund of the difference. Sure, sometimes this may only entitle you to pennies, but you never know and it’s always worth checking!

5. Get Price Drop Alerts Using CamelCamelCamel.

An easy way to check for price drops is to use CamelCamelCamel, a price tracking site that will email you or send out a tweet when items you want or have recently purchased are reduced. You don’t necessarily have to sign-up to CamelCamelCamel, but doing so allows them access to your Wishlist and tailored emails.

4. Find Anyone’s Amazon Wishlist Using Just A Name Or Email Address.

Speaking of Wishlists, when it comes to what someone really wants there are few better places to check than their Amazon Wishlist. All you need is their name or email address and you should be able to get them what they really want for their birthday, christmas or wedding.

3. Shop On The Amazon Warehouse, Amazon Outlet Or MyHabit.

If you’re looking for seriously discounted goods then you need to take a look at Amazon Warehouse, the home of returned items. You can also check out Amazon Outlet that stores all new items that are 30% or more off or MyHabit, where designer discounts rule.

2. Save By Subscribing.

If you buy your toiletries, hair dyes, nappies or any other products regularly, why not use the Amazon subscribe feature? You choose how often the products are delivered and in the long run it will most probably save you a lot of money, time and energy. More so, if you order five or more subscriptions on the same delivery day you save 15% on your order!

1. Get A Replacement Item Or Refund If Your Package Is Lost Or Stolen.

Without a doubt, the most frustrating risk of shopping online is that your package may never turn up. This has happened to me a couple of times, however Amazon is always there to help. A short chat with customer service will usually result in either a replacement order or full refund depending on which you’d prefer.

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Money may not be everything, but the things it could afford makes certain things so much easier. While it can’t afford true love, kindness, passion and wisdom, certain processes becomes much more efficient. A million dollar today compared to a million dollar ages ago is indeed a lot different in terms of value. At the present, it is more possible to make your first million if you really want it. Especially, there are many ways the world can offer to help you make your first million dollars.

Believe you are capable, and you’ll get there. Here are 10 ways to ensure you will reach that goal:

1. Stop planning, start doing

“If you wait, all that happens is that you get older!” – Mario Andretti

The first step is sometimes the most challenging step. If you want to get ahead, you should know not only where to go but also when you are going to perform your first move. Planning alone won’t make you succeed. Too much preparation won’t get your things done. So start doing and remain focused on the goal you’ve set. For example, if you want to earn more money through your current job, seek to have a promotion within the organization or find a company that will help you increase your salary. It’s always about starting to take upon yourself the beliefs and habits of highly successful people.

2. Define your priorities

It’s not enough to simply become busy, give most of your attention to what matters the most and what is important to you. Make sure these priorities you create will continue to support your goal. For example, you want to own a brand new car. What exact amount do you need to feel accomplished? What are your ways and means to make it? These are the questions you probably need to ask so you can begin constructing your priorities list. Let’s say, less spending on home furniture can give you more saving that can accumulate until you achieve your dream car.

3. Track your gains and losses

Sometimes you need to take a look back and see the big picture to realize what you have and where you are today. Tracking your gains and losses means monitoring your past activities to come up with a conclusion regarding your progress. Based on your conclusion, you can decide what you should do next.

4. Make an investment

Invest in something that will accumulate wealth. Invest in assets and avoid too much liabilities. Investment is like watching your plants grow. How much you keep matters more than how much you spend. Make saving a habit. Save while you can.

5. Be patient

No successful person will think he can make tons of money overnight. Many have found themselves in debt because of too much living in the now. While there are many people as well who really get their patience paid off. Patience works to most people. Being patient doesn’t mean waiting while doing nothing. Remember: no aspiring millionaire is a couch potato.

6. Work with what you have and make the most out of it

Instead of thinking about what you lack, focus on what you have and what amazing things you can do with it. Spend your time and energy wisely.

7. Expand your knowledge

“True knowledge exists in knowing that you know nothing.” – Socrates

There are several exciting ways to improve your knowledge and perspective about what’s new in your field, it’s endless. It is important so you don’t get stuck to one thing. Have courage to push that goal, you have to keep moving, you have to get deep.

8. Establish routine

Be careful with your actions, you become what you do. Begin each morning with a clear mind and definite plans. Stick faithfully to your routine and finish what you’ve started.

9. Adapt and develop

You can only do better once you begin to recognize what you need to improve. Change is the only constant thing. Adapt new ways and new strategies to develop more effective results. The value of money is never stable, it changes over time. You have to keep an eye to those changes.

10. Focus on your goal

Keep a clear and determined mind constantly to avoid distractions that drain your energy and mislead you. Know your target and your purpose of getting there. Remind yourself everyday to attract favorable things.

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