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Basic Couponing

Where to Find Coupons

Sunday PapersOnline-from trusted sites, eCoupons On Facebook (product pages)In the stores/gas stations (peelies, blinkies,

catalina, CVS coupon machine)Magazines (All You)Company email lists/websitesClipping Services Coupons are EVERYWHERE!

Creating A Binder

Baseball card sheets Scissors CalculatorPencil HolderNotepadPen BinderStore Policies (found at

www.couponerscorner.com)

Building a Coupon Wallet

Coupon Wallet or Envelope (Dollar Tree)ScissorsPenNotepadCalculatorStore Policies (found at

www.couponerscorner.com)

The File Method

Some prefer to file inserts by date. In my opinion, this is a great thing to do with “misc. coupons”. In other words, file (by date) the coupons that you know your family wouldn’t normally use. In the event that a sale pops up before they expire, you have the potential to get freebies or possibly even a money maker. Just don’t forget to date them! This is important for Coupon Database usage.

*Coupon clipping and organization shouldn’t cost tonsof time to be worthwhile. Find what works for you and go with it!

Coupon Database

You can use the coupon database at www.couponerscorner.com

This database will allow you to search for ANY coupon at anytime.

This tool is 100% free to use! Enter the item and click search, it will show you all

coupons available. For example, $1/1 Crest (1/1/12 RP). This means there is a $1 off any 1 Crest product coupon in the 1/1/12 Red Plum insert. *This date is important if you use the “file method”.

Store Ads, and Match Ups

You will want to look at your local store ads every week.

This will help you memorize “good deal prices” or “stock up prices”.

Compare your coupons to store ads to see if you can spot a good deal! *coupon database is very handy here!

Use our store match ups each week to add to your own. You may find deals we missed!

Ask your local grocery store if they double coupons and up to how much. This will save confusion, time and money!

Say What? Basic Coupon Lingo

RP-Red PlumSS-Smart SourcePG-P&G Product SaverPM-Pepsi MomentsGM-General Mills

ECB: ExtraCare BucksEXP: Expiration DateIVC: Instant Value Coupon, Walgreens' store coupons found in ads and monthly bookletMIR: Mail-in rebateOYNO: On your next orderOOP: Out of pocketRR: Register Rewards, Walgreens' Catalina couponsStacking: Using both a manufacturer's coupon and a store coupon on one itemUPC: Universal product code, bar codeTearpad: Pad of coupons attached to a display, shelf, or refrigerator door.+UP Reward: Rite Aid reward programWYB: When you buyYMMV: Your mileage (or manager) may vary, meaning some stores might give you a deal but others might

not

Deal Example #1

Gain Dish Liquid $0.99Use: $0.50/1 Gain Dish Liquid Coupon (1/1/12 SS)$0.49

Translation:Gain is on sale for $0.99. There is a $0.50 off 1 coupon

in the 1/1/12 Smart Source insert. If you use it, you will only have to pay $0.49

*Be sure to check for LIMITS on the number of items you are allowed to purchase at a time! (Not every product has limits, but some do)

Deal Example #2

Quilted Northern Bathroom Tissue $6.99Use: $3/1 (2/4/12 RP)Get $1.00 ECB $2.99

Translation:Tissue is on sale for $6.99, CVS will give you $1 Extra

Credit Bucks if you buy it. You have a $3 off 1 coupon from the 2/4/12 Rep Plum insert. You will pay $3.99 OOP (Out of Pocket), and you will get $1 ECB back on your receipt. So it's like getting Quilted Northern for $2.99

Deal Example #3

Pepsi $5.00Use: $1.50/1 (www.target.com printable)Use: $0.75/1 (3/5/12 PM)$2.75

Translation:This is called "stacking" coupons. Using a store

coupon with a MFG (manufacturer's) coupon. In this case - Target. This is a GREAT way to maximize savings!

Coupon Tips

Wait until your item is on sale unless you must have the item now. Patience pays off

Use a BOGO coupon with a BOGO sale. Stack Store Coupons with Manufacture's

Coupon (Target, CVS, Dollar General, etc)Be sure to check coupons for size restrictions

on your purchase. Some items are cheaper to buy the smallest (trial) size, but not always! Rely on the description, not the item pictured on the coupon.

Shopping List

After you have prepared your own match up (or used ours) make a shopping list to take to the store.

List the store first, then the items that you want to buy. List the coupons under each item.

Pull your coupons as you prepare your list-this saves time in the store. I keep mine in the pencil holder of my binder, but a simple envelope will do!

Some label multiple envelopes with the store name, and put the coupons in the correct envelope. (example: CVS, Kmart, Kroger). These can be used over and over.

Stockpiles

Learn the sales cycle for your area (usually 6-8 weeks) and begin to plan for it…this takes time.

Learn “stock up prices” so you know when to buy extras, keep track of your purchases, so it’s more clear to you, if needed.

Keep your items in rotation, so nothing goes bad. Always check expiration dates (preferably in the store) and organize your “stockpile” at home accordingly.

Expired Coupons

You can mail your expired coupon to soldiers that are stationed overseas. They can use them up to six months after the expiration date. Here’s

the website:

www.ocpnet.org

They ask that coupons be no more than 60 days expired when you mail them, as processing can be time consuming. All details are available in the above website.

Closing Notes

Remember that couponing is suppose to help you save…not cost you time and money. It takes a little to get started, but in the end, you will LOVE the benefits!

If you are able to make donations, please do! There are so many people that could benefit from your abilities as a couponer!

Confused? Just ask!