I just thought I’d continue with my previous post about coupons and thought I’d give a little homework assignment! At Target you can purchase the single serve cup of Cheerios for $1. Go here COUPON and print off one manufacture coupon for $1 off any Cheerios product. Ta Da! You just scored something for free! If you hit your back button you will be able to print this coupon off again.
At first I never really thought that saving a dollar or .50 cents would make that much of a difference, but I must tell you that I’ve been quite proud at how I’ve reduced our monthly grocery bill by using coupons. I know some couponers (word?) who stick to a $50 or $80 grocery/household budget a week! A week! I’m nowhere near that good, but I’ve set some goals for myself. Remember-
1. Goals are important. If you want to begin using coupons, plan on trying to use at least 5 coupons on your weekly shopping trip.
2. If you miss a sale, do not stress about it. That toilet paper will be on sale next week or month.
3. Be aware that some cashiers are less than coupon friendly and feel you are unfairly taking advantage of the mega million dollar corporation. Please note that stores are fully reimbursed for the face value of the coupon, plus .08 cents handling. So don’t worry about those corporate executives, they aren’t losing any money.
4. Read the small print. If a coupon says- $1 off any Cheerio product. Than that means ANY. There are no size restrictions. Don’t be fooled with what may or may not be pictured on the coupon.
