Welcome back. I am sure you have used a coupon here or there before but what do you really know about the rules... Did you know there are rules?
Each store has their own rules on coupons. It’s a good idea to check out their policies. Some stores allow you to “stack” coupons. If they have a coupon and the manufacturer has a coupon you can use both and save extra. Others will accept competitors coupons. Its good to know the corporate policy because sometimes even the cashiers dont know it...
Rite Aid, CVS, Walgreens, and Target all allow this type of stacking as longs as 1 is manufacturer and 1 is a store coupon.
Heres a quick link to targets policy... this is one I recommend you carry with you as Target seems to be a store thats not very informed although the corporate policy is spelled out very nicely. It is one I have heard and experienced problems with
Even when items are on sale YOU CAN USE COUPONS!!! In most stores If an item is on a B1G1 free sale you can use a coupon for both items even the free one. Example: Lets say eyeshadow which normally costs $4 goes on sale for B1G1. you have a coupon for $2. You buy 2 eyeshadows ($8) B1G1 your cost is only $4. You use 2 $2 coupons (1 coupon for each eyeshadow). $4 cost - $4 coupons= Now they were both FREE!!!
Some stores will allow you to use coupons for the same brand even if its not exactly the same product. Example: Using a womens body wash coupon to purchase a mens body wash item. This is at the store level and will even vary by day. Just ask. it never hurts.
I hope you have enjoyed this second issue of Saving money 101. Check back often for more tips.
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