Some times people tell me that I shouldnt use coupons or try to get things free because its a hard economy and corporations need the money too. I always say they want us to use their coupons.
Heres proof. For each coupon redeemed from the 3/7 insert P&G will donate 1 day of clean water to a child in need. How awesome is that. I really want to do my part and spend my coupons.
http://www.pgeverydaysolutions.com/pgeds/givepurwater/index.jsp?edstempseg=YF&utm_source=YF&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=March10Newsletter
I also saw a post recently about the % of coupons printed vs. redeemed. I cant find where I read it now (if I do I will post here). but it said the national statistics showed that in 2009 there was an increase in coupon usage but that ONLY .7% of coupons printed were redeemed!!! not even 1%. plus halfway through the year when companies saw an increase in usage they actually stepped up how many they printed and printed more then ever.
SO if you're afraid of companies going belly up over coupon usage dont be... our savings are not even denting their advertising budget.
Showing posts with label Toys R us. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Toys R us. Show all posts
Friday, March 12, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Saving Money 101: Coupon Rules?
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.
Saving Money 101: Coupons where to find them...
Several people have asked how I find such good deals... Heres a quick overview about where to find coupons to help you get started on your New Years Resolution to save more money.
Just keep your eyes open you never know where you'll find them. sometimes its in very strange places youd never expect.
First I buy the Sunday paper and I buy multiple copies 2-3 papers works for me. I heard it recommended you buy 1 for each member of your family who eats. Some weeks I think 3 is too many and then I hit a good bargain and am glad I have 3 times the coupons for it. so its up to you but at least buy 2 copies. ALSO not all Sunday papers are created equal. I find the Hartford Current has more coupons then the Sunday Republican. Although sometimes the coupons in the republican have a higher $$$ amount on them. Example: a coupon for colgate in the Hartford hartford
Second: I subscribe to www.sundaycouponpreview.com each week it tells me what coupons to expect in the paper and whether there is actually a coupon insert. I don’t want to waste my money if there isn’t any coupons that week.
I also print them off the computer. Heres a few places to find coupons to print at home. Also most companies have them on their websites and you can find extras on the big box store websites.
Check when you are shopping and pick up and coupons hanging on shelves. EVEN IF YOU AREN'T BUYING THAT ITEM!!! sometimes they are good for months and you might want it later. Ask at the pharmacy. They often have coupons or coupon books behind the counter.
LOOK EVERYWHERE. I find great ones at the pediatrician for kids items. and I take a whole bunch. dont feel bad they usually have tons and most get thrown away. I like to get these and share with friends.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Black friday savings
Ok so I know its been a while but with thanksgiving, blakc friday and then my daughetrs birthday its been quite a week. I just wanted to report some of my great finds on black friday.
since some are gifts i wont post photos or list everything just the best of the best.
TOYS R US
got about $230 worth of toys for just over $100. I had a $10 off when you speant over $100.
the best deal was Hasbro card games Buy 1 Get 1 free (B1G1). AND since I had a coupon for B1g1 as well that meant 4 free card games!!! Found those coupons in USA weekend inside the newspaper. Wish I had more of those.
It even impressed the girl ringing me out. She wants me to email her where to find coupons. lol
Ive been finding coupons in odd places lately. Parade magazine, in random mailers, at the DR.s I just keep checking everywhere to pick up more.
Walmart I got a new Kodak Printed for $99 (saved $50). We had actually been looking at it already online so it was cool for it to be on sale. a new coat for allie on sale $7.
Michaels had an item for $40 but price matched kmart for me to $18.99!!! YEAH I didnt know they would but asked. Since I used to work as a teacher there the girl was very nice and didnt even make me show her the ad. Also I got 25% off my total order so it came out even less. I bought a bunch of $1 items. They have great $1 bins right now. Check them out. LOTS of Disney stuff.
I did good at Walgreens and CVS but dont have the stuff right handy to give you exact amounts. I will post later.
since some are gifts i wont post photos or list everything just the best of the best.
TOYS R US
got about $230 worth of toys for just over $100. I had a $10 off when you speant over $100.
the best deal was Hasbro card games Buy 1 Get 1 free (B1G1). AND since I had a coupon for B1g1 as well that meant 4 free card games!!! Found those coupons in USA weekend inside the newspaper. Wish I had more of those.
It even impressed the girl ringing me out. She wants me to email her where to find coupons. lol
Ive been finding coupons in odd places lately. Parade magazine, in random mailers, at the DR.s I just keep checking everywhere to pick up more.
Walmart I got a new Kodak Printed for $99 (saved $50). We had actually been looking at it already online so it was cool for it to be on sale. a new coat for allie on sale $7.
Michaels had an item for $40 but price matched kmart for me to $18.99!!! YEAH I didnt know they would but asked. Since I used to work as a teacher there the girl was very nice and didnt even make me show her the ad. Also I got 25% off my total order so it came out even less. I bought a bunch of $1 items. They have great $1 bins right now. Check them out. LOTS of Disney stuff.
I did good at Walgreens and CVS but dont have the stuff right handy to give you exact amounts. I will post later.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Donate toys for pennies!!!
Most of my posts lately seem to be about saving money... I keep finding great deals. I will post some homemade how to's soon. but heres the latest steal of the week.
In the newest email from toys r us there is an awesome holiday deal on hasbro toys good until the 14th
When you spend $25 you get a $10 gift card. Some of the Hasbro games are on sale for $3.99 AND give a $2 rebate back. Its hard to tell from their website which games this includes but the photo has some favorites like candy land, chutes and ladders, Hi ho cheerio, memory, don’t break the ice, and ants in my pants. When you buy 7 it comes out to $0.56 a game after the rebates and gift card whiah you can use toward something later. Think of it like a refund. you can only get the rebate once per game and request only one check per household. So all games have to be different to maximize your savings. There are some games with a higher rebate but they aren’t shown in the sale ad so check in the store for their price to see if they work out the same.
Heres the rebate form. But I believe you can pick it up in stores too.
I own most of these games already but it would make great gifts for friends with small children, or to stock up for future birthday presents.
I usually buy a few things to donate to toys for tots and this deal looks great for this. Imagine you could donate 7 games for under $4. you can only get the rebates once otherwise I’d be buying it several times to donate tons this year.
In this economy I imagine less people donating and MORE children needing gifts. Could be a hard year. I am going to see if I can get lots of people to run in for this and donate tons of gifts.
Hope this helps with your holiday shopping.
Melissa
still dont get it see comments where I show a break down (the math...) Also I found a coupon and it makes it free. see comments for that info.
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