Daily Deals – Social Buying Sites

In the last year, countless websites have sprung up that offer special online deals, with fantastic time-limited discount offers in select cities. Sometimes these deals are for everyone, regardless of where you live.  This new trend of time-limited deals and group buying power has really taken off…. and some truly fabulous deals can be had!  In short,  my favorite sites you see featured below, offer you daily deals at unbeatable prices….and some of these deals can only be had through the power of group buying.  Be sure to read my latest posts on group buying steals and deals .

Visit my complete list of Daily Deal Sites….not only will you be astounded by the number of them, but you’ll be happy to find out that many of them reward you by referring your friends and family. Yes, you can earn FREE credits to Daily Deal Sites by simply telling your favorite people about them!

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Groupon is the most popular site. You can take advantage of discounted sporting events, restaurant deals, and shopping bargains in over 100 major cities. If you’re interested in a deal for your city (or another city), simply “Buy!” the offer before the end of the day. A required minimum number of customers must purchase the advertised deal in order for it to become “tipped”…meaning enough people took advantage of the advertised deal through group bargaining to guarantee it’s a done deal. Find Groupon deals in your city today Click Here. Once you join you can be alerted to your city’s daily offers each day via email.

Eversave is one of the newer daily deal sites. Similar to Groupon, they do offer more unique buying opportunities for products, such as organic snacks and beauty products. Eversave features deals for over 60 cities. As soon as you sign up you’ll receive a $2 credit, which you can use on your very first Eversave purchase. You’ll receive daily emails notifying you of that day’s “Save”. So, you get $2 for signing up + you can get more credits by referring your friends to Eversave…for each friend that signs up and makes a purchase, you’ll get $12 in Eversave credits.

Check out how “the Saves” work:
1. They email you incredible local & online deals.
2. Saves are only offered for a limited time.
3. Like one of the Saves? Buy it before time runs out.
4. Print & use your Save voucher like cash.
5. Now, you’re living life at half the price!

Plum District features daily local deals to over 40 major cities. You’ll get $5 FREE when you join Plum District and it can be used within 7 days on your first purchase. What are some offers you might see on Plum District? Gift cards, children’s books, jewelry, movie tickets, and more! What’s more, you can get $5 Plum Dollars for every friend you refer when they buy their first Plum Deal….pretty awesome!

Tippr is similar to Groupon and offers deals in 25 major cities. Plus, when you sign up, you’ll get a free $5 credit to use on your very first order at Tippr.  Refer your friends and you’ll get a $5 credit for every friend that joins and makes their first purchase on Tippr. Subscribe to the Tippr newsletter and they’ll email you exclusive 50% to 90% off daily deals toward spas, restaurants, and more. Every day, you will receive an email with your city’s promotions – Not 1, not 2, but 3 deals each day.  Join Tippr today!

One Kings Lane works directly with top home decor brands to secure incredible deals for their members, and they’re free to join.  You’ll receive access to their great deals via online sales events, each featuring one brand that lasts 72 hours.  I scored my first deal at One Kings Lane by using a $15 sign up credit which got me some wonderful bamboo utensils for my kitchen ($2.95 shipped!).  Discounts are typically 50-70% off retail and are available on a first come, first served basis…when it’s gone, it’s gone.

BuyWithMe is the premier group buying website that connects shoppers with the best deals and offers from leading local merchants.  Right now 25 major cities are covered, with more to be added. Just like Groupon, you have the power of group buying. Sign up to receive the best deals in your city at BuyWithMe!

Seize the Deal offers one incredible deal every day from cool local restaurants, bars, spas, salons, adventures, services, merchandise and more. By leveraging The Power of the Group, they guarantee the business that a minimum number of people will buy their deal. They are then able to negotiate special deals at 50-90% off retail prices for you. Seize the Deal currently offers group buying deals in over 30 cities.

Jasmere is one of the newest social buying sites. Unlike others, Jasmere posts one deal each day that is valid nationwide. The more people that get in on this deal, the lower the price will get for everyone. If you purchase the offer at its current price, and the price ends up lower at the offer’s end, that’s the price you’ll pay. Check out Jasmere today.

Half Off Depot now features 1/2 off deals for over 70 U.S. cities. You’ll find an amazing selection of restaurant vouchers for at least 50% off (if not more).

Ideeli is a fast-growing online shopping destination. Over 2.5 million members enjoy limited-time sales featuring the most sought-after brands in fashion, home and beauty–at prices up to 80% off. New brands are featured each day on Ideeli, with sales starting at 12 p.m. EST. Sales last 40 hours, or until items are sold out. They also have weekly giveaways. Those have a surprise start time and last 7 hours (in most cases). Members are notified by email, Facebook, and Twitter each time a new sale starts. What’s more, you can earn a $25 shopping credit whenever you refer a friend to Ideeli and they make their first purchase.

Zulily offers daily sales events on top-quality apparel, gear and other goodies for moms, babies and kids. They carry the best brands at the lowest prices. Members enjoy savings of up to 70% off retail prices and it’s free to join Zulily. Zulily events last 72 hours . . . then they’re gone! New brands move in and get their three days on the site and then it’s on to the next fabulous deal! Tell your friends about Zulily and when they join and make a purchase, you’ll get a $10 credit for each friend you refer.

HauteLook brings the thrill of shopping back to the consumer with exclusive, limited time, online shopping events featuring the hottest fashion and lifestyle brands. Free to join, HauteLook gives all its members access to savings of up to 75% off retail prices on top designer name brands. New sales start each day at 11am EST and run 36-72 hours. What’s more, you’ll receive a $10 credit for every friend that you refer to Hautelook that makes a purchase…giving you cash to buy your own deals on Hautelook! Join HauteLook Today