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Walmart’s NEW Ad Match Policy

Here is Walmart's new ad-match policy:We gladly match the price in the following types of ads:*Buy one, get one free ads with a specified priceExample: Buy one for $2.49, get…

May 19, 2011

Beginners Extreme Couponing practical couponing

Is “Extreme Couponing” for you?

There was a time when I thought I was an extreme couponer. I mean, I can score some MEGA deals and I have a modest stockpile and I cut our…

May 18, 2011

Beginners understanding coupon lingo

Understanding Coupon Lingo – Double Coupons

There are a lot of terms used when it comes to couponing and deals. Let me help you decode it all!What does a store mean when they say "Double Coupons"?It…

April 30, 2011

Beginners Fradulent Coupons

How to spot a fake coupon

I have some great post ideas but it seems that the Budget Savvy Diva always beats me to it! But that's okay - because she's nice enough to share with…

April 27, 2011

Beginners Coupon Organizing

Organizing your Coupons: Coupon Binders

I am ALL about my coupon binder now! A year ago I didn't think I would use a binder but now I love it! I have a Case-It Binder that…

March 5, 2011

Be A Better Couponer Beginners New Years Resolutions

New Years Resolution – Be A Better Couponer Part 2: Understanding Couponing!

Here's another post in the New Years Resolution Series!To be a better couponer, you need to understand couponing!I've taught couponing classes and all the notes from my classes are available…

January 8, 2011

Be A Better Couponer Beginners Coupon Organizing

New Years Resolution – Be A Better Couponer Part 1: Get organized!!

Yes, couponing is a lot of work. I won't lie to you. And that's the excuse most people use when it comes to using coupons. It's too much work. But…

January 3, 2011

Beginners Coupon Terms

What is a "catalina" coupon?

A catalina coupon is coupon that prints at the register after your purchase. They are called "catalinas" after the company that makes the machines that print them.A catalina can be…

November 3, 2010

Beginners Coupon Ethics Rebates

Rebate of the Day – Money Back Guarantees

There is an ethical difference between a rebate or "try me free offer" (TMF) and a money back guarantee (MBG).A rebate or try me free offer is when a manufacturer…

October 19, 2010

Beginners Coupon Policies Rite Aid

Getting Started at Rite-Aid

Need help getting started at Rite-Aid? Check out these helpful links courtesy of Couponing to be Debt Free:If you are new to shopping at Rite Aid, read my tips here. Don’t…

September 16, 2010

Beginners Coupon Terms

What is a "catalina" coupon?

A Catalina is a coupon that prints at the register at the very end of your transaction (after you pay). It prints out of a machine (called a catalina machine)…

September 10, 2010

Beginners Coupon Terms Rebates

What is a "money-making" deal?

Every now and then, I like to make a post to help out any couponing beginners in our midst. When you see a deal on a blog that says it's…

August 17, 2010

Beginners Rebates

Getting started with Rebates

Kim at Savings For Disney asked if I would do a post to help her and her readers get started with rebates. I hope this helps! Rebates are a GREAT…

August 8, 2010

Beginners Coupon Policies CVS

Getting Started at CVS

Here's a few things you need to know about CVS if you've never "coupon shopped" there before. Getting started at CVS: You need an Extra Care card to get advertised…

July 24, 2010

Beginners

Beginning Couponing – What’s First?

I was inspired to do this by all the great ladies that came to my coupon class last week. Who after absorbing allllllllll the information I gave them, looked at…

June 16, 2010

Beginners Coupon Classes

Coupon Class – Part 1: Couponing 101

I told you I was teaching a coupon class this week and you get to benefit from it! Here is part one of my notes for the Couponing Class!Couponing 101The…

June 7, 2010

Beginners Coupon Classes

Couponing 101 – Part 2: Beginners Tips to using coupons to your advantage

Using coupons to your advantage: A few beginners’ tips:· Clip or save EVERY coupon you get. (Yes, even those coupons on products that you think you will NEVER buy!) You…

June 7, 2010

Beginners Coupon Classes Coupon Policies

Couponing 101 – Part 3: Knowing and Understanding Store’s Coupon Policies

Knowing and Understanding your Store’s Coupon PolicyEach store’s coupon policy can be found online at the stores website. It’s a good idea to print a copy and keep with you…

June 7, 2010

Beginners Coupon Classes Saving Tips

Couponing 101 – Part 4: The Saving Lifestyle

The Saving LifestyleWhen the deals are good, STOCKPILE! I told you about my 10 tubes of toothpaste. That may seem absurd to you, but I don’t have to worry…

June 7, 2010

Beginners Coupon Terms

What does it mean to "STACK" coupons?

When you STACK coupons you are using TWO coupons on ONE item. Now, this is generally not allowed. But there is one instance where it is.There are two kinds of…

May 21, 2010