So on my facebook a long time friend asked me how to start couponing so I thought i'd pen this quick article for beginners
The first thing is to get coupons
The first thing when saving money with coupons is to GET the coupons. My First and favorite source the Sunday Newspaper. There are 2 companies that provide coupons SMART SOURCE and RED PLUM . Also P&G also does a supplemental circular every other month.
You can also find coupons online to print.
OR you can load ECOUPONS directly on your store saver card from
Step 2 to save is organization.
Use what method works for you , some people have binders with trading card pockets so they can see what they have
I use a box that my dear hubby made for me with envelopes with different categories set up like Meat, Dairy, Frozen, baked goods, cereal, canned goods, etc Every month I clip the coupons and file them away by expiration date.
Step 3 is USAGE
I try to pair the coupons with the SALES this is where you score big! And don’t be afraid of stocking up.. If you don’t need it today but you will need it in a few buy 2 or 3 then you can save yourself some serious money.
So how do you know when an item is on sale?
Do what is known as a price book. Grab a notebook and in it write down the prices of different items that way you will know what is the rock bottom price of the item in question. It’s a good idea to do this for about 12 weeks.
Ok there you have it the basics.
But if you have more questions contact me or check out Couponmom.com her book has been instrumental in helping with my own food bill my friend Diane also recommends Shop, Save, and Share by Ellie Kay havent read it yet but it looks good too ^_^
<3, Tanya
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