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Guide to Couponing

Clipping coupons can be a great way to save money on your grocery bill, but you don’t have to clip every coupon you see in order to garner these savings. There are a few guidelines to keep in mind that will help you get the most from your couponing efforts. Here are some tips from couponing experts to help you get the most out of your coupons.

1. Choose your coupons wisely.

Don’t get caught up in a coupon frenzy; choose to clip only the coupons you know you will use from the brands you like for the items your family actually needs. Otherwise, you will end up buying items that you may never use just because you have a coupon for a discount.

2. Go beyond paper coupons.

Your local newspaper and grocery store circulars will have coupons, but there are online coupon databases that can provide you with a whole new world of coupon possibilities. You’ll find lots of deals in coupon databases like RetailMeNot and Coupons.com, to name just two, which are websites that aggregate coupons in one place. You can also find coupons and special promotions on manufacturer websites, so be sure to visit your favorite brands’ site for additional savings.

3. Take advantage of sales for even bigger savings.

For the biggest savings possible, wait for a sale and combine your coupons with sales on the items you want and know your family will use. When you do this, your coupon discount of just a few cents can reduce the sale price even more and multiply your savings.

4. Join local grocery store loyalty programs.

Most grocery stores have their own loyalty programs that offer additional savings for those who frequent their aisles. These loyalty programs combined with sales and coupons can yield significant savings on a wide variety of items. Some loyalty programs offer specials on a certain day of the week, and in addition to discounts on food items, some loyalty programs offer discounts on gasoline, as well, giving you yet another source of savings.

5. Know the store’s coupon policy.

You don’t need to limit yourself to shopping at just one store, but wherever you shop you need to know their coupon policy before you buy. Imagine how frustrated you would be to take the time of clipping or downloading coupons only to get to the register and discover the store will not honor your coupons. Some stores will double coupons while others will not, and some may require that you join their loyalty program in order to take advantage of the greatest coupon savings.

6. Get organized and work from a list.

Couponing will be easier when you work from a shopping list. Knowing ahead of time which products you plan to buy will help you find coupons that can be used for the things on your list. If you’re not into writing things down, there are shopping list apps for that.

You don’t need to spend all day long clipping coupons to get some great savings. With just a little research, planning, and action you can turn a regular shopping trip into a savings extravaganza.