Know when to combine coupons with sales.
Everybody wants to save money, which makes coupons an ideal aspect of inexpensive living. Coupons allow shoppers to spend less money on items that are necessities, or items that shoppers would purchase anyway, as well as aiding those on a budget who want to try new products for less. A few helpful hints and tips allow frugalistas to maximize savings with little effort and hang on to hard-earned money for savings, bills, or maybe even a little something special.
Instructions
1. Check multiple sources for coupons. Newspapers offer many coupons, as well as the mailers that clog up mailboxes. The Internet is also a good source of coupons; check the websites for local stores as well as sites devoted to coupons. Some communities offer coupon swap programs, which allow shoppers to trade with others for needed coupons.
2. Compare prices. Even with coupons, some items cost more than similar products, including the generics. A smart shopper knows when to walk away from a bad deal.
3. Combine coupons with sales. Watch local stores for sales announcements, and make sure they allow shoppers to add coupons to sale items.
4. Look for stores offering double coupon savings. These events allow customers to get twice the discount on one coupon, maximizing savings.
5. Purchase smaller sizes. An item can offer better savings in bulk before coupons but often cost less per item in smaller sizes with coupons.
6. Organize coupon collections. In order to use a coupon, shoppers need to find them. For grocery shopping, organize by food and item groups, or in the order of the aisles.
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