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A smiling woman in a grey sweatshirt with a floral design, with text overlay 'How we ate for free' and 'Lemon8 @mamatothree03', introducing the topic of getting a meal for free.
A mobile screen showing Taco Bell reward details, offering 15% cash back up to $10, with a map indicating the restaurant's location at 628 Mulberry Ave, Selmer, TN, and mentioning OnePay points.
A mobile screen displaying Taco Bell's location at 628 Mulberry Ave, Selmer, TN, with a map showing it is 0.1 miles away, and reiterating an offer of 15% cash back up to $10.
A mobile screen showing $0.22 cash back earned from Taco Bell, with offer details indicating a 15% cash back offer on a total purchase of $1.58, with $1.45 eligible for cash back.
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How Taco Bell Was Basically Free for Me & the Kids

Real life win today 😂

Me and my two kids ate Taco Bell without it really touching my budget.

I used a $25 gift card I won from a Lemon8 challenge first. That covered almost everything. The leftover balance was $1.58, which I paid with my OnePay Card.

Here’s where it turns into “free” in my head:

• My OnePay card earns 15% back in points, which convert to cashback

• I also submitted the receipt to Upside and got $0.22 back (15%)

Between using a gift card I already had and stacking cashback on the rest, today’s lunch didn’t actually come out of my cash. I don’t do this every time — I just use what I already have when it lines up.

#moneyhabits #lemon8challenge #dollarspotdeals #savetimesavemoney #savesomemoney

2025/12/21 Edited to

... Read moreIf you're a fan of Taco Bell and looking to save money on your orders, combining gift cards with cashback programs is an excellent strategy to reduce your spending significantly. Many credit and debit cards, like the OnePay Card mentioned, offer percentage-based cashback rewards, which means every purchase returns a portion of your money. For example, earning 15% back on Taco Bell purchases not only softens the cost but can feel like getting paid to eat. Another practical tip is using apps like Upside, which allow you to submit your purchase receipts and get additional cash back. Offers usually range around 15% back on food purchases at participating locations, making it a great supplement to your card rewards. The key is to stack all these benefits: use a gift card you might have earned from contests or promotions, pay the remaining balance with a cashback-enabled card, and submit your receipt to cashback apps for extra savings. Keep an eye on expiration dates of your gift cards and cashback offers so you can maximize their benefits. Also, ensure you read terms and conditions, such as which items are eligible for cashback (some may exclude taxes or specific products). Practicing these smart money habits not only helps you feed your family but also teaches your kids valuable lessons about budgeting and using rewards effectively. While this kind of deal might not happen every day, planning around promotions, saving gift cards from challenges like those on Lemon8, and leveraging cashback programs regularly can add up to significant savings over time. Try exploring local fast-food chains partnered with reward programs and don't forget to claim your earned points to redeem for future purchases—making eating out more affordable and enjoyable.