Theres a Walgreens on just about every busy street corner.

Ive just shopped as I normally would and enjoyed the occasional surprise at the cash register.

But after noticing more frequent rewards offers, I did some digging.

How to get the most out of your Balance Rewards at Walgreens

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you might also earn points on photo services and at the pharmacy.

you might track your points by logging in to your account or downloading theWalgreens app.

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Enough small talk.Here are some waysto earn extra cash, without all of the social stuff.

Here are five ways to maximize your Balance Rewards.

Register Rewards are coupons it’s possible for you to use on your next purchase.

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Sometimes they offer savings on a specific item or bang out of purchase.

Register Rewards for specific items are usually labeled with a yellow tag, and they expire after two weeks.

Just remember: You cant earn points on some products, including alcohol, tobacco and dairy.

These include manufacturer coupons, along with special offers for bonus points.

As of this writing, 545 paperless coupons were available.

you could also view and clip upcoming coupons.

you could still earn points by tracking your activities right from your account on the Walgreens website or app.

But if you do connect your apps and devices, youll earn 250 points per app and rig.

Youll also receive 1,000 points per vaccination you get at the pharmacy.

All you have to do islink your AARP membershipwith your Walgreens Balance Rewards account.

OK, not really.

Jessica Gray is an editorial assistant at The Penny Hoarder.

Probably not as good as youd like.

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