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The video provides a comprehensive guide on useful apps for Instacart shoppers to enhance efficiency and maximize savings. Firstly, the GetUpside app is highlighted for its ability to provide cashback on gas purchases, and the speaker explains its straightforward usage process. Emphasis is placed on using timestamp apps for grocery deliveries to resolve disputes by capturing proof of delivery, showcasing the importance of accuracy and customer notification. The QuickBooks Self-Employed app is recommended for tracking mileage and expenses due to its compatibility and industry-standard status, with an alternative mention of Stride for delivery and rideshare drivers. Lastly, the Fetch app is introduced for converting grocery receipts into redeemable points, though it’s stressed that customer receipts shouldn't be scanned. The video concludes with an encouragement for viewers to subscribe and engage with additional content.
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In this part of the video, the speaker introduces some useful apps for Instacart shoppers, starting with the GetUpside app, which helps save on gas. The speaker explains how the app works by showing the current offers and mentioning the use of a referral code, which provides 15 cents off per gallon on the first fill-up. They describe the process of selecting a gas station, claiming an offer, and note additional cashback opportunities for purchases made at the gas station. The speaker details the steps for checking in at the pump and entering the first six digits of their card to activate the offer.
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In this part of the video, the speaker describes their experience using an app to get cash back on purchases. They mention that after checking in, they have 20 minutes to make a purchase and receive cash back within two to four days once transactions are verified. The speaker highlights that they bought gas for $48.05 and made an additional purchase inside for $7.76, expecting to scan receipts but finding that the app tracks sales via card transactions instead. They received an email confirming this process and later verified receiving $3.20 cash back from the gas purchase and $0.24 from the store purchase. The speaker explains options for using the cash back, like gift cards or PayPal, noting a fee for PayPal cashouts under $15. They express enthusiasm about the app’s ease of use and benefits.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the importance of using a timestamp app for grocery deliveries. This app helps in resolving disputes by providing proof of delivery through photos, including GPS location and address details. It is recommended to take a photo of the groceries on the doorstep and, if needed, include the address by backing up to a mailbox. Ringing the doorbell or knocking to notify the customer is also advised. The app is free of charge. Additionally, the speaker suggests using a mileage and expense tracker app such as QuickBooks Self-Employed, which is favored for its compatibility with most accountants and its ease of synchronization between mobile and desktop versions.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses several financial tools and apps that could be useful to the audience. They mention QuickBooks, offering a 50% discount referral, and suggest it as a suitable option due to its industry-standard status and familiarity. They briefly mention Stride as another option tailored more for delivery or rideshare drivers, although the speaker has not personally used it. The speaker also talks about the Fetch app, explaining how it converts grocery receipts into points that can be redeemed for various gift cards. However, they clarify that Fetch should not be used for scanning customer receipts as per Fetch’s guidelines. The segment concludes with a request for viewers to subscribe, check out other videos, and give a thumbs-up.