Learn to Coupon: Recap

I wanted to post this for all the newbie couponers just joining my blog. I did  a great series of posts for those that are new to coupons or veterans who are trying to get back into the grind. Thus far are all the posts that I have done–make sure to check them out to help you learn the in’s and out’s of some awesome savings!

Coupon Myths

Coupons!  Coupons! Coupons!

Coupon Lingo (here you will find a list of abbreviations and terms that I use on SCS)

Stockpiling for your family + Stock up Prices

Coupon Organization

Learn to shop at Vons

Learn to Shop Target

Learn to Shop Rite Aid

Learn to Shop CVS

There will be many more to come–so make sure to Follow me on Facebook for updates!

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Coupon Newbie: Understanding Coupon Match-ups

If you are new to couponing–you may have encountered the weekly coupon match-ups. Being thrown into the couponing world there tends to be a ton of new things that you have no idea what they are!

I’ve created a informative post for all the newbies (and the ones that aren’t new!) to help you better understand my coupon match ups for various stores.

1. Usually you will see a list of items that I feel are the “best deals” I list coupons that are associated with the item. Usually there are several coupons to choose from–so I list all coupons to make it easy for you to reference (sometimes coupons are regional, so I list all so you know that there are others available)

2. Where to Find the Coupon: I almost always list the coupon by what insert it came out in and what day. For our example above: SS= What insert, this is the Smart Source insert. 5/15/11 = May 15th 2011. If you need more info on the lingo that is used here on SCS, you can find that HERE

3. Final Price: In the example above you see that I use two different value coupons. I will always reflect the lowest final price, since we have a .75 coupon and a $1 coupon I have used the $1 off coupon in the final price.

4. Asterisks: I use asterisks when showing my favorite stock up prices (**). It is safe to say that this price is the best for the week and that you should likely purchase more than one to stock up on the deal.

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Coupon Newbie: Understanding Coupon Match-ups

If you are new to couponing–you may have encountered the weekly coupon match-ups. Being thrown into the couponing world there tends to be a ton of new things that you have no idea what they are!

I’ve created a informative post for all the newbies (and the ones that aren’t new!) to help you better understand my coupon match ups for various stores.

1. Usually you will see a list of items that I feel are the “best deals” I list coupons that are associated with the item. Usually there are several coupons to choose from–so I list all coupons to make it easy for you to reference (sometimes coupons are regional, so I list all so you know that there are others available)

2. Where to Find the Coupon: I almost always list the coupon by what insert it came out in and what day. For our example above: SS= What insert, this is the Smart Source insert. 5/15/11 = May 15th 2011. If you need more info on the lingo that is used here on SCS, you can find that HERE

3. Final Price: In the example above you see that I use two different value coupons. I will always reflect the lowest final price, since we have a .75 coupon and a $1 coupon I have used the $1 off coupon in the final price.

4. Asterisks: I use asterisks when showing my favorite stock up prices (**). It is safe to say that this price is the best for the week and that you should likely purchase more than one to stock up on the deal.

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Catalinas: What they are + How to find them!

If you are new to the coupon game, you may be wondering what the term “cat” or “catalina” means. Well, Here is the low down:

What is a catalina:

Catalina Machine / Coupon: A machine located at most registers that produces long receipt like coupons that can be used on a future purchase.

How do I know if my my store is participating in this catalina promotion?

Register with Coupon Network and it will ask you to choose your favorite store. Hit the “Yourbucks” offers tab (at the top right) and you will see all the valid catalina offers that should be printing from your local store! Simple right?

What if my catalina doesn’t print?

You have two options: Speak to a manager or call the catalina company directly at 1-888-8COUPON!

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Learn to Coupon: Recap

I wanted to post this for all the newbie couponers just joining my blog. I have been doing a great series of posts for those that are new to coupons or veterans who are trying to get back into the grind. Thus far are all the posts that I have done–make sure to check them out to help you learn the in’s and out’s of some awesome savings!

Coupon Myths

Coupons!  Coupons! Coupons!

Coupon Lingo (here you will find a list of abbreviations and terms that I use on SCS)

Stockpiling for your family + Stock up Prices

Coupon Organization

Learn to shop at Vons

Learn to Shop Target

Learn to Shop Rite Aid

Learn to Shop CVS

There will be many more to come–so make sure to Follow me on Facebook for updates!

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