The Cha-Ching Challenge in 2026

Want to get more out of cha ching challenge without the guesswork? Below we walk through the essentials in plain language, with practical steps you can use right away.

Key Takeaways

• Welcome to the weekly Cha-Ching Challenge!
• I’ll pick one participating blog to highlight next week right here on Cha-Ching on a Shoestring.
• I have saved a few dollars here and there this past week through ‘free money’, though.
• Savings from ‘Free Money’: $22.00 Wes and I made near $1.00 since I last posted about YouData-are you all checking your accounts?

How Cha Ching Challenge Really Works

Did you find a HOT deal this week that you just wish to share?  You’ve come to the right place!  Each week I post the Cha-Ching Challenge, sharing my savings for the week.    Add a link to your post detailing your savings for the week OR your favorite deal of the week. Add your links to Mr.

Worth noting: linky at any time.  To be considered for the Cha-Ching Challenge Highlight, just be sure to add your link no later than Tuesday at midnight EST.

Getting the Most From Cha Ching Challenge

Check out my savings for the week below: Shopping hasn’t happened much near here this week with the move taking place.  People have been so generous in providing us food and gift cards and assist.  We feel highly blessed! More importantly, made another $1 in my Upromise account.

I used my Swag Bucks to snag a $20 Target.com gift card TOTAL SAVINGS:$22.00 TOTAL SAVINGS THIS YEAR: $2900.55 , , , , , , , , , , , , , , - HOW DID YOU DO?

Tips That Make a Difference

Did you find any excellent deals? Leave a linky and let us know!  Be sure to link directly to your weekly savings or excellent deal post.

Remember that feel free to copy and paste the button above into your post and link back here so that others can join in the fun!

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on cha ching challenge?

Compare prices across a few retailers, look for active coupon codes, and time bigger buys around sales events. Add your links to Mr.

Is it worth shopping around for cha ching challenge?

Usually yes. Worth noting: linky at any time.  To be considered for the Cha-Ching Challenge Highlight, just be sure to add your link no later than Tuesday at midnight EST.

What should I check before buying?

Read the terms, confirm any code still works, and factor in shipping or returns. Check out my savings for the week below: Shopping hasn’t happened much near here this week with the move taking place.  People have been so generous in providing us food and gift cards and assist.  We feel highly blessed....

Smart Ways to Save More on Cha Ching Challenge

• Sign up for the retailer newsletter to catch first time and seasonal discounts.
• Compare the final price including shipping, not just the headline number.
• Check for student, military, or first order offers you may qualify for.
• Time non urgent purchases around major sale events for the deepest cuts.
• Leave items in your cart for a day; some stores send a follow up discount.

Final Thoughts

Before you check out, line up cha ching challenge against current promotions and any codes you can stack. Small habits like these add up to real savings over a year.

Originally published at chachingonashoestring.com.