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     There are several different ways to save money. My blog focuses on coupons, hot deals, online deals and freebies. I narrowed it down to these items because it can be overwhelming trying to get every deal out there.

     The first thing you need to decide is how you will organize your coupons. There are several different methods available.  My preferred method is the “coupon binder” click this Coupon Binder link for assembly instructions. The binders I recommend are 3 inch, three ring with a zipper and a carrying strap. With three kids the strap comes in handy because I am always carrying other stuff. You can purchase these at any office supply store and they usually cost around $20 or so. I purchased mine at Sam’s Club for about $13. Click this Coupon Organizers link to view other coupon organizer options. Its very important for you to see each and every coupon you have filed or you may get discouraged digging for your coupons and not use them.

     Next you need to get some coupons for your binder or coupon organizer.

Where do I find coupons?

• Sunday Newspaper
• Printable Coupons
• Grocery Store
• Attached to products you purchased or in the products box
• Receipt Print Out
• Magazines
• The Mail
• Coupon Clipping Service, click this Coupon Clipping Services link to view coupon clipping services I recommend – They cut the coupons and you buy them so you don’t have to pick up a pair of scissors.

 Different Types of Coupons

    Understanding Your Coupon

     Once you have coupons and a understanding of them, you can organize them in your coupon holder and start working on getting some deals.

     Next you need to pick which grocery store you prefer. Simply click on my grocery store link on my home page. You’ll also need to know the Coupon Lingo to understand the match ups. I believe its easier when everything is in one place. I am not able to do all the match ups myself so I will create a link to a blog that does your preferred store. If you don’t see your store, let me know and I will get it added.

     I started my shopping trips with just grocery stores. Now I do grocery stores, drug stores and super centers. I don’t do every single one because that would be way to time consuming. There are a TON of great deals but it is almost impossible to do them all. What I do is my regular grocery deals and then check out the other stores. Sometimes I only do one drug store a week depending on what deals are out there. It is tempting to try and get all the deals but you have to judge what you can do based on your own schedule.

     Take your time and ease into it. Make it fun and not stressful. I enjoy cutting coupons with my kids, I have them cut the ones I don’t need just in case they cut the bar code. Once you start using coupons and having a better understanding of them you will always want to use one.

     Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I am here to help.