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Frugal Families: Did You Know?

Many spots in Corona del Mar offer complimentary items and services. You just have to know where to find them.

Who says the best things in life aren't free? This week, Patch has free deals for the whole family—including Aunt Lois, who needs Botox, and nephew Jack, who needs to impress the girls with some new manly Axe styling gel. 

-  Deal: If you get a red gum ball from Ruby's gum ball machine, you get a coupon for a free root beer float on your next visit. 

- Deals: First class is free. New members can also sign up with a friend and split the first month's fee, or  get $5 off your next month when you bring a friend. 

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- Deal: Buy one Axe shampoo or styling product and get the second one free. Good through: June 2.

- Deal: Guaranteed on-time closing, no lender origination fee and a free interest rate float down option on new home purchases. If Union Bank sets a closing date and does not meet it, your first month's mortgage payment is on the bank. Union Bank will guarantee you a onetime interest rate adjustment if rates drop before closing. Good through: July 8. 

Find out what's happening in Newport Beach-Corona Del Marwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

CosmetiCare - Deal: Free consultation where you can meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon. At your complimentary consultation, you will be shown before and after pictures of patients and tour the surgery center. CosmetiCare offers Botox, Lap Band, chemical peels, facial wrinkles correction and treatment for saggy jowls. 

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