Couponing Basics

I was so excited to start this blog that I almost forgot to explain some of the basics!


Acronyms 


SS: refers to Smart Source. This is a coupon insert that can be found in newspapers.

RP: refers to Red Plum. This is a coupon insert that can be found in newspapers.

P&G: refers to P&G Brand Saver. This is not as common as SS and RP, but can also be found in newspapers.

Coupon insert days are usually Sunday although some may get them throughout the week.


Online Coupons


There are tons and TONS of coupons on the internet! Each of the newspaper inserts listed above has a corresponding website with additional coupons that can be electronically "clipped."

Smart Source

Red Plum

P&G Brand Saver



How I will post...


When I post, I will indicate:

1. What the coupon is for
2. Where the coupon can be found
3. How much in savings it is
4. What it brings the final cost to

The following is an example post (this is not real!):

Crest Toothpaste $1.00

.50/1 Crest Toothpaste (SS)

Final Cost: $0.50 a total savings of $0.50

So in this scenario:

1. ".50/1" means the coupon is for 50 cents off of 1 Crest Toothpaste
2. The SS in parentheses indicates that this coupon can be found in the Smart Source
3. The final cost is $0.50
4. The total savings is $0.50

Coupon On!

I hope this was a good start. If you ever have ANY questions please feel free to ask =]