April 18, 2008
Coupon Hunting 101
By Dana Joseph
It’s no secret that coupons can help you save money; the problem usually lies in finding these coupons. Sometimes you get lucky and come across a great coupon, but luck doesn’t lead to consistent savings. Here are a few tips to help you find coupons that will help you save money on things you really wanted to buy.
Your Sunday newspaper is still a viable source for coupons. Although you may not find a lot of coupons with large discounts in the paper, no other source can beat the newspaper for sheer volume of discounts. You can increase the buying power of your newspaper coupons by finding a grocery store that has a double coupon day each week.
Many companies now make their coupons available in the grocery store. How’s that for convenience? While you’re doing your grocery shopping, pay special attention to those little plastic coupon dispensers. Make sure that you pick up coupons related to any of the products that you regularly purchase. You might even be able to save the coupon until the product is on sale for additional savings.
Companies will do just about anything to get their customer’s demographic information. If there is a product that you particularly enjoy, or one that is particularly expensive, visit that company’s web page. Often, if you register your email address on their site, the company will send you special coupons or other offers.
To encourage consumers to make repeat purchases, manufacturers will sometimes place coupons on the product’s packaging. Look on the underside of labels for coupons that you can take with you on your next trip to the grocery store. Since the coupon was on a product you already purchased, you’ll already know if your family likes the product.
For useful coupons that are suited to your own locality, don’t forget to check out the annual “Entertainment Book.” These books are usually sold as fundraisers for schools, churches, or other groups. You can find coupons for everything from restaurants, retailers, and attractions in Entertainment Book.
Once you get used to looking for coupons, you’ll really start to see them everywhere. Don’t be surprised when you start expecting to see them on the backs on your grocery store receipts and behind the index of your phone book. Before long, you’ll become an expert at finding everything you need at a discounted price.
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