You probably don't give much thought to your receipts after you've made a purchase. But those little slips of paper (or their paperless equivalent) can be worth money.
Several apps allow you to earn cash back on your purchases by simply scanning your receipts.Popular cash-back apps include Ibotta, Checkout 51, Fetch Rewards and more.
Fill Out Surveys
The surveys often linked on receipts might be hard to find, but they can pay off in dividends. That's right, on quite a few of them, you can earn money for sharing your opinions.
Rain Checks
If there's a great deal on something, it can often sell out pretty quickly. That's a bummer, but it doesn't mean you can't cash in on the same sale -- all you have to do is ask for a rain check.
Get a Refund When There's a Sale
If you buy something that goes on sale right after you buy it, worry not! Lots of stores let you get the difference in cash back if you simply present them with your receipt.
Price Matching
If you happen to see a better deal on something you just bought at another store, no biggie. As long as you still have your receipt, price matching is your new best friend.
Join Loyalty Programs
You can often get access to exclusive deals and discounts at your favorite stores if you sign up for their loyalty programs.
Receipts for Tax Deductions
A less obvious way to make money with your receipts is by keeping them handy at tax time. In some cases, you may be able to deduct eligible expenses.