Canadian How To Coupon Articles

• Double Coupons in Canada – Is it Possible?

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  Doubling Coupons.

  

  When you read US blogs and watch Extreme Couponing on television, you often learn about something called double coupons when couponers are doing their shopping.

  But what exactly is coupon doubling?

  Double coupons is when the value of your coupon is doubled, usually up to $2 or less.

  Which stores allow double coupons?

  In Canada, there is currently only one store that allows coupon doubling and that is Pharmasave. However, they do not allow you to double coupons all the time – only on special promotion days.

  When a double coupon event is taking place, you will see it advertised on the front page of their flyer. When you shop during this promotion, all of the coupons you redeem (excluding FREE and B1G1 FREE type coupons) will be doubled in value, up to a certain amount.

  That means, if you had a $1 coupon for toothpaste, it would be doubled up to $2. Great savings, right?

  Can I get coupon overage by doubling coupons?

  No, you cannot. Let’s use the toothpaste example again – you have a $1 coupon that would be doubled up to $2, but the toothpaste is on sale for $1.50, which leaves you with $0.50 in overage.

  Unfortunately, at Pharmasave, you can’t apply the coupon overage to the rest of your purchases. Instead, they will double the coupon value up to the selling price of the item ($1.50 for the toothpaste example).

  So even though you can’t make money with double coupon events, you can still get free stuff!

  I don’t have a Pharmasave nearby. How else can I save?

  Coupon doubling is a fantastic way to increase your savings, but it is not the only way to slash your grocery budget. Here are a few other ideas for lowering your grocery bill:

  1. Take advantage of mail-in rebates. There are always many Canadian rebates to get in on and most of the time, the rebate is for 100% of the product’s value. This is an easy way to try new products for free.

  2. Become a member of Shoppers Optimum – it is the best rewards program in Canada. By reading through my guide, you will learn dozens of ways to earn points faster – which means you will earn free groceries faster!

  3. Start planning your menus. Menu planning is one of the easiest ways to lower your grocery bill and it really doesn’t take that much effort at all.

  4. Purchase items when they are priced at their lowest. Never pay full price for anything, if you don’t have to. Follow the yearly sales cycle and you can easily save hundreds (if not thousands) of dollars each year.

  5. Become an extreme couponer. Extreme couponing, of course, is a great way to bring home free or very, very cheap groceries every single time you shop. It take a bit of time and dedication, but from my experience, it is definitely worth it.

  6. Build a grocery stockpile so you can shop in your own home for “free”. Stock up on sale items and you will never have to worry about paying full price for groceries again!

  7. Include price matching in your grocery shopping routine. It’s not likely you will find all of the best deals at one store, so shop somewhere that allows price matching so you can take advantage of all of the great sales in your area.

  Although double coupons are a fun and exciting way to save an amazing amount of money on groceries, don’t rely on these special coupon doubling events alone to save money.

  Instead, save as much money as possible by combining a few (or all) of the ideas above. Coupon doubling is just a bonus!

  Have you ever doubled coupons at Pharmasave?

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• Do Coupons Make You Spend More Money?

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  Is Couponing Hurting You Financially?

  

  When I first started using coupons, I had a few coupons and one shelf in my closet where I stored my extra products (I wouldn’t have even called it a stockpile). But after more than a year of serious couponing, I had built a large multi-shelf stockpile with plenty of products.

  Having a stockpile is a great way to save money, but lately I have been wondering: “has using coupons and building my stockpile made me spend more money than I would have spent normally?”

  I was going to be all scientific about it and do the math to see the actual spending difference, but around the time I became more serious about using coupons and stockpiling, I went from a single gal to a couple and their dog.

  Since my partner and I were spending more money with more people in the house and more income coming in, that threw all the math out the window.

  So without being scientific about it, this is how I figured out the ways that I avoided overspending:

  I stuck to my budget

  Whether you use coupons or not, it’s important to stick to your budget when shopping. And using coupons won’t actually save you money if you still spend, spend, spend just because something is a “good deal”.

  Before shopping, I made sure to check the sale flyers, so when using my coupons I knew I was getting the best price possible and only stocking up as much as my budget allowed.

  I only bought things I needed

  My stockpile is full of items that we use on a regular basis; toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher tabs, lotion and juice, just to name a few. Some things you won’t find in my stockpile: cat food, coffee, diapers and baby wipes.

  You won’t find these items in my stockpile because these are items that we do not use. We will not spend money on these items just because we have coupons for them. I would much rather trade coupons or give coupons to others who will actually use those products.

  The exception to only buying what we will use is when I buy items for my donation bin. If I can get a great deal on items that I know the shelter or food bank is in need of, I will pick some up. Of course, still making sure I am staying within my budget.

  

  I didn’t buy crazy amounts of items

  One thing I have learned is that just because you have 10 coupons doesn’t mean you need to buy 10 of that item. In addition to staying within my budget, I also make sure not to buy more of a product than I need.

  I will admit though, that in the past, I have gone a little crazy on a good deal and bought more than I really needed to have on hand. It was a mistake, and I don’t recommend you do this.

  So do I think that using coupons has made me spend more money? Nope! Have I made some mistakes? Yes. I’ve gone over my budget for the week a couple of times and I definitely bought way too many boxes of tissues on one of my shopping trips.

  Many new couponers make these same mistakes, but it’s okay. We learn from our mistakes and we move on. As long as you are sticking to your budget and not buying items just to use up coupons, you will be saving money and you will have a great stockpile for your family.

  Do you think coupons make YOU spend more money?

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• Why I Got Rid of my Coupon Binder

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  When I first started using coupons about two years ago, I had a plain white envelope that held the few coupons I had. After learning more about couponing and finding more coupons, I worked my way up to a little file folder and then to a big blue coupon binder with 14 categories and pages upon pages of coupons.

  I used that binder for over a year, and eventually, I just couldn’t do it anymore.

  Here’s why I got rid of my coupon binder:

  It was too heavy

  A big binder full of coupons is not a light load. I hated the thought of missing out on any deals so I would take my binder everywhere. And I mean everywhere. What if I was out and wanted to stop and pick something up and didn’t have my coupons with me?

  Even if I was buying groceries, I didn’t want to run the risk of missing any unadvertised deals. Carrying around that big binder was just too heavy, and this is one of the reasons that contributed to my decision to let it go.

  It was full of coupons I didn’t need

  I had a ton of coupons in my binder that I knew I was not going to need. Diapers? Nope, no babies. Yogurt? Nope, lactose intolerant. Cat food? Nope, we have a dog. So why was I carrying them around all the time?

  I didn’t want to throw those coupons out, but instead I want to trade coupons with others. So, I decided it would be easier to leave those at home.

  It wasn’t organized

  So many couponers love having a coupon binder with nice, clear pages to easily view all their coupons. I was like that too, but I didn’t feel like my coupons were very organized. I was constantly finding expired coupons, and even though I had everything organized by category, I could not always find what I was looking for.

  I simply could not organize my coupon binder in a way that worked for me.

  One day, I decided to simply retire my coupon binder. To replace it, I got my little gray folder out again, and started organizing my coupons by expiration date.

  I realized that I didn’t need a massive coupon binder full of coupons to save money.

  

  My little folder fit all the coupons I needed and I was much better organized.

  Regardless of how you sort and store your coupons, being organized is most important when saving money.

  Overall, I love not having a coupon binder. My purse is lighter, my coupons are better organized and I’m always ready for when a great deal comes along.

  Do you use a coupon binder to organize your coupons?

  Nicole Homeniuk is a contributing writer for MrsJanuary.com. She is a coupon enthusiast and deal seeker who loves saving money for her family. She and husband Sean are puppy parents to Cooper, who likes to help “organize” loose coupons.

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• What are Coupons?

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  Coupons, What are Coupons?

  

  
  

  Canadian coupons – what are they?

  A coupon is a certificate, voucher or ticket that entitles a consumer to a discount or rebate when purchasing a product (or multiple products). Coupons are often issued by manufacturers of consumer products or by retailers, to be used as a sales promotion for their products or services.

  Coupons are distributed in many ways: in the mail, online, local newspapers, magazines, mobile devices and directly from the retailer or manufacturer.

  Some stores will issue coupons to consumers who spend a lot of money at their store. They will give these coupons to customers to show appreciation for their loyalty.

  Coupons can be used in many places such as grocery stores, clothing stores, and restaurants, in exchange for their goods and services or for a part of the cost. Coupons are very useful, and enable you to save a substantial amount of money on your purchases, and at the same time promoting a brand or product.

  You can find coupons in stores (tear pad coupons), online (printable coupons), in newspapers (coupon inserts), directly from the manufacturer, in magazines, and even from your cell phone.

  Fun Coupon Fact: The first coupon ever released was a coupon for a free glass of Coca-Cola, in 1888.

  Grocery Coupons

  There are two different types of grocery coupons: manufacturer coupons and store specific coupons. Manufacturer coupons are the most popular and can be used at any store that accepts coupons. Store specific coupons can only be used at one store (for example, all Loblaws banner stores offer grocery coupons that can only be used at their stores).

  Printable Coupons

  One of the best (and easiest) ways to find coupons is to look online. Many manufacturers and retailers offer printable coupons for their customers. Simply print coupons and redeem in store. Not all stores accept printed coupons, due to fraudulent activity, but many still do. Check the coupon policy for your store to see if they accept printable coupons.

  Coupon Inserts

  Coupon inserts can be find in your local newspaper every few weeks. Coupon inserts come from Redplum, Smart Source and Brandsaver. These coupon insert booklets often have 6-30 coupons in each issue. Cut them out and use them the next time you are at the store shopping.

  Coupon Codes

  Another type of coupon is a coupon code. Coupon codes are for use online and save you a set amount of money, a percentage, or they offer you a free product or free shipping. Coupon codes are a great way to save money when shopping online.

  Taxes on Coupons

  People often ask: Do I have to pay taxes on coupons? The answer is both yes and no. If you have a coupon that entitles you to a product for free, depending on the coupon policy for the store you are shopping at, you do not have to pay taxes on the free item (Walmart is one store that does not charge tax on free items). You will, however, be charged taxes on all cents/dollar off coupons.

  We find Canadian coupons, so you don’t have to!

  • Printable Coupons
  • Mail Coupons
  • Tear Pad Coupons
  • Coupon Inserts
  • Company Direct Coupons
  • Peelie Coupons
  • In/On-Product Coupons
  • Store Coupons
  • Facebook Coupons

  
  On our site you can find the following types of coupons:

  • Grocery Coupons
  • Coupons for Food
  • Diaper Coupons
  • Health & Beauty Coupons
  • Household/Cleaning Coupons
  • Coupons for Beverages
  • Pet Coupons
  • Free Coupons
  • + many other types of coupons!

  You can view many coupons for Canada on our Canada coupons page. We do the searching and you save yourself time and money!

  New coupons are being added daily to the Canada coupons page, so check back often and get the best coupons to use in Canada.

  You can also find hundreds of coupons for Canada in our Canadian coupon database.

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• How To Do Coupon Matchups

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  How to do Coupon Matchups.

  

  What are coupon matchups?

  Coupon matchups are when you find a store deal and pair up a coupon to go with that deal. Learning how to do your own coupon matchups will increase your savings dramatically.

  We don’t just list coupon matchups, though. We also list great deals on items that may not have a coupon to go with them. This includes meat and produce (although there are sometimes coupons available for those items).

  How to Create a Printable Shopping List

  Check off the Canadian coupons and deals you want to print. You can choose matchups from multiple stores and print all of the coupons on one list (separated by store). After you’ve selected all the coupons and/or deals you want from one or more stores, you are ready to print.

  Go to the bottom of the coupon matchups post and you will see the print button.

  Click the green “PRINT SELECTED” button at the very bottom of the matchups to print all of your coupons and/or deals.

  
  

  

  We hope this how to do coupon matchups has been of help to you. If you have any other questions about coupon matchups you can email us and we’ll do our best to answer them. Contact Us

  If you are looking for the latest coupon matchups you can get them here.

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• Coupon Stacking: How to Stack Coupons at Save on Foods

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  Coupon Stacking

  

  photo credit: frugal edmonton mama
  by Cassie Howard

  Coupon stacking in Canada is only allowed at Save on Foods and London Drugs. They both allow you to stack coupons at their stores. Today, I’d like to talk about coupon stacking at Save on Foods and explain how to stack coupons at this store. Come back on Monday and we’ll continue with coupon stacking, and learn how to stack coupons at London Drugs.

  What is coupon stacking?

  First, for those of you that are wondering what coupon stacking is, I’ll explain it for you:

  Coupon stacking means that you are able to stack more than 1 coupon on any item you are purchasing (you are usually only allowed to use 1 coupon per item).

  So, without further adieu, this is how to stack coupons at Save on Foods:

  Information You Must Know

  You can price match on top of using coupons, to get an even better discount. This varies by store, so make sure to contact your location to make sure that this is something they allow. Always price match whenever possible because it not only saves you money, but time, as well.

  Coupons must not say the following:
  “Cannot be combined with any other offer”
  “Use of more than 1 manufacturer coupon per product is strictly prohibited”

  Many coupons have one, or both, of those lines, so always check them before you try to stack them.

  Each coupon must have a unique UPC code. This is the bar code that is on the front or back of your coupon. Example: If you want to stack 3 coupons on a package of Pampers diapers, make sure that the numbers on the UPC of all 3 of your coupons are different. If they are all the same, you cannot stack those coupons.

  Each coupon must be from a different source. For example, you cannot stack 3 tear pad coupons or 3 printable coupons on one item (even if they all have different UPC codes). You could, however, stack 1 tear pad coupon with 1 printable coupon and 1 Save.ca coupon.

  You are not able to get overage from your coupons. Your total must be $0.00 or more when you stack coupons together. If your total is in the negative after your coupons are applied, you are not able to use those coupons. Save on Foods does not allow coupon overage.

  Your coupons cannot be expired. This is obvious, but I still feel as though it needs to be mentioned, because you wouldn’t believe how many emails I receive every month, asking me if it’s okay to use expired coupons. It’s not. Ever.

  Printable coupons are allowed. Save on Foods does allow you to use printable coupons at their stores, which makes saving money even easier. And no, they cannot be photocopied.

  All coupons must have a Canadian address. In order for the store to get reimbursed from manufacturers, there needs to be a remit address on the coupons that Save on Foods can send those coupons to. And it needs to be Canadian. If there is a US (or other) address on your coupon, it will not be accepted.

  You still have to pay taxes. Many people stack coupons because it often leads to free stuff. However, keep in mind that you will likely still have to pay taxes on those items (if they are normally taxable items). Also, the tax that you pay is on your pre-coupon total (for example, if you buy a $5 item, and use $5 in coupons, you will still have to pay tax on that $5).

  Coupon Stacking Tips for Save on Foods

  Shop during non-peak hours. Not only will you avoid long line-ups if you shop and stack coupons during non-peak hours, but you will also have a better selection of products (if you shop first thing in the morning after the store has stocked their shelves). If possible, avoid shopping any time on Saturday or during peak weekday hours (5-7pm).

  Place an order to save time and frustration. If you plan to purchase a lot of items and use a lot of coupons (especially if you plan to stack coupons), call your local store ahead of time to place a special order. Save on Foods supports couponers (even extreme couponers), but they also are looking out for their other customers by making sure there is always enough stock available for everyone.

  Get familiar with the coupon policy. Read the Save on Foods Canada coupon policy and familiarize yourself with everything on it. Know that policy like the back of your hand so you always know what to expect when stacking coupons at Save on Foods. Also, bring a copy of the coupon policy with you every time you shop, just in case you run into an issue while checking out and need to show the policy to your cashier.

  Stacking coupons at Save on Foods is an easy way to get free stuff.

  Remember to follow the rules (information you must know) and coupon stacking tips above and it will be impossible for you to not save a significant amount of money on your grocery bill.

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• Public Misconceptions About Extreme Couponers

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  Extreme Couponing Canada

  

  There are many misconceptions about extreme couponers out there (big thanks to Extreme Couponing and their shady practices) and I think it’s about time to clear them up, don’t you?

  Since when is saving money a crime? Why do people feel the need to criticize others when they shop with an “extreme” amount of coupons? Is it jealousy? Or do people simply not understand what extreme couponing is all about?

  Here are a few public misconceptions about extreme couponers:

  Extreme couponers only buy junk food

  Do I get a lot of junk food for free after coupons? Yes. Do I get much healthy stuff for free after coupons? No. Does that mean I only eat the junk, just because it was free? Absolutely not.

  Although the majority of food coupons are for unhealthy food items, that does not mean that us extreme couponers only buy those items. Most of us eat a balanced diet – even if that means buying fresh, healthy food, without a coupon.

  Extreme couponers are poor

  Research has shown that Canadians making more than $150k a year are just as likely to use coupons as those making $50k or less.

  If you see someone using coupons, don’t automatically assume that they are using them because they’re poor. You may be surprised to learn just how much money the average coupon user makes each year!

  Extreme couponers buy items they don’t need

  Who really needs 77 bottles of mustard or 1,500 sticks of deodorant? Who actually needs to stockpile dozens of packages of diapers when they don’t have a baby?

  The answer? No one. Obviously.

  So why are extreme couponers buying these items? That’s simple – because they’re usually free (after coupons are applied). Many extreme couponers donate their excess to local food banks, shelters and friends & family.

  Extreme couponers are hoarders

  What’s the difference between stockpiling and hoarding? Hoarders hold on to everything, even if they know that they don’t need it. Extreme couponers stockpile, and stockpiling is when you buy something for future use.

  Stockpiling groceries may seem strange to some, but it is one of the best ways to save money on your grocery bills. Don’t assume that just because someone purchases large quantities of items with coupons, it means they are hoarding them. They may be keeping what they can use, and donating the rest.

  Extreme couponers spend all of their time on couponing

  Although extreme couponing is hard work, and in the beginning, it may seem like a full time job – but I honestly don’t know anyone that spends all of their time on couponing.

  The amount of time spent couponing varies greatly on the amount of deals you want to purchase, how many coupons you accumulate and how much time you really do have available.

  I consider myself to be an extreme couponer, and only spend an average of an hour a day on couponing (sometimes less).

  Remember the important rule of never judging a book by it’s cover. If you see someone buying dozens of chocolate bars, or cases full of dish soap – don’t assume that they are poor or hoarders.

  We all know what assume stands for right? When you assume, you make an ass out of you and me. Don’t do it!

  What other misconceptions would you add to this list?

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• Amazing Resources for Canadian Couponers

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  Amazing Coupon Resources

  

  Do you use coupons? Do you love how much money you save with coupons?

  Whether you’re an extreme couponer or just your average coupon user, trying to save a few bucks here and there, this list of couponing resources is just for you.

  Online Coupon Companies

  1. Save.ca: Coupons mailed to you for free (or print coupons).
  2. Websaver.ca: Coupons mailed to you for free (or print coupons).
  3. GoCoupons.ca: Coupons mailed to you for free.
  4. Brandsaver.ca: Coupons mailed to you for free.

  Printable Coupon Companies

  5. SmartSource.ca: Up to 2 prints per coupon, per computer.
  6. LivingWell.ca: Various printable health coupons.
  7. LesSurgeles.ca: Printable French coupons.
  8. The HealthlyShopper.ca: Printable coupons for health foods & beverages and “green” products.

  Couponing Tips for Beginners

  9. How to Start Using Coupons in Canada: A complete guide to coupons.
  10. 7 Things I Wish I knew Before I Started Couponing: My own personal list.
  11. Top 3 Coupon Friendly Stores: Shop at these stores for the best coupon policies.
  12. 5 Tips for New Couponers: If you’re new to coupons, this is for you.
  13. How to Trade Coupons: Coupon trading is an easy ways to get the coupons you want.

  Couponing Tips for Advanced Coupon Users

  14. How to be an Extreme Couponer in Canada: A complete guide to extreme couponing.
  15. Are you Making These Couponing Mistakes?: Well? Are you?
  16. How to Build a Grocery Stockpile: Save some serious cash with a grocery stockpile.

  Other Couponing Resources

  17. Facebook: Many deals, freebies and coupons are only available to Facebook users.
  18. Money in Your Pocket: My eBook, all about saving money on your groceries in Canada.
  19. Coupon Database: Hundreds of Canadian coupons are available in our coupon database.
  20. Ultimate Guide to Shoppers Optimum Rewards: Free eBook, all about how to best take advantage of the Shoppers Optimum Rewards program.
  21. Canada Yearly Sales Cycle: The best time(s) of the year to buy almost everything.

  What couponing resources would you add to this list?

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• 5 Ways to Make Coupon Organizing Easier

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  Organizing Your Coupons!

  

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  Organizing your coupons is one of the biggest challenges for coupon users (especially extreme couponers with large coupon collections), making sure that your coupons are always organized is an important task.

  If your coupons aren’t organized, you won’t be able to find certain coupons when you need them, which can result in lost savings.

  Unfortunately, unless you have a good system, coupon organizing can be a challenge.

  Following are 5 ways to make coupon organizing easier.

  1. Clip & file your coupons right away

  When you get new coupons (mail-out coupons, magazine coupons, printable coupons, tear pad coupons), make sure that you clip (if necessary) and file them right away.

  If you can’t clip and file your coupons immediately, for whatever reason, put them aside in a small basket. File them the next time you have a few minutes to spare.

  Whatever you do, don’t let your coupon pile grow longer than one week. If you wait longer than that to organize your coupons, the process will likely seem daunting.

  2. Don’t clip every single coupon

  If you’re positive that you won’t use a particular coupon, there’s no sense in wasting your time by clipping it.

  I do suggest keeping all coupons (so you can still use them if a great sale comes along, or you can trade those coupons with others), but you don’t have to actually clip them and you don’t have to keep them with your “regular” coupons (the ones you do plan to use).

  3. Use a coupon binder

  Although it may seem kind of crazy at first (it’s not often you see someone shopping with a gigantic binder!), but organizing your coupons in a coupon binder is a fantastic way to keep them organized.

  It does take a bit of time to set up, but coming from someone who’s been using a coupon binder for years now, I promise you that it is time very well spent.

  4. Use a file box for coupon inserts

  Clipping coupons from coupon inserts is one of my least favourite things to do. You usually have to rip out all of the pages to get to the coupons, and the coupons are never all the same size.

  An easy way to organize coupon inserts is to use a file box. Organize this box with by insert name and date, with divider tabs.

  For example:

  • Redplum: October 3, 2012
  • Redplum: November 5, 2012
  • SmartSource: October 15, 2012
  • SmartSource: October 29, 2012

  When we do our weekly coupon match-ups, if you’re matching a sale item to a coupon from a coupon insert, we will tell you which insert had that coupon. Then, you can simply go to your file box and search for the name and date of that insert to get the coupon(s) that you need.

  This is so much easier then clipping all of the coupons in the insert, but not actually using them all.

  5. Remove expired coupons regularly

  To keep your coupons organized all the time, make sure you are always removing expired coupons from your stash. I recommend going through your coupons at least once per month and discarding all coupons that are no longer valid.

  Save yourself the embarrassment of trying to use an expired coupon at the store by always checking for, and getting rid of, expired coupons.

  Once you find a coupon organization system that works for you, stay on top if it. The longer you wait to organize your coupons, the more challenging it will be to find what you want, when you need it.

  To avoid frustration, missing out on great deals and the time consuming task of organizing hundreds of coupons at one time, make sure your system is easy. The more challenging it is for you to organize your coupons, the more likely you are to put off doing it.

  How do you organize your coupons?

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• Secrets of Extreme Couponers

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  Extreme Couponing Secrets

  

  Extreme couponing has become somewhat of a sport over the last few years.

  Many people are trying to see how much they can get for free, how many coupons the can collect and how much money they can save.

  It’s a pretty exciting sport, that’s for sure.

  But it’s not all fun and games (or is it?). Extreme couponing is work. Hard work. The good news? It can pay off – big time.

  Do you want to give extreme couponing a shot? If so, pay attention to these 6 secrets of extreme couponers to make your journey a little easier.

  1. Extreme couponers only shop at coupon-friendly stores

  Why make things harder than they need to be? If you want to save big bucks with coupons, you need to spend your time wisely. The last thing you want to be doing is arguing with a cashier that won’t accept your coupons every time you shop.

  Stick to coupon-friendly stores, such as Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart and London Drugs to increase your chances of a stress free, successful couponing trip (these are the stores most couponers find to be coupon-friendly, but your experience may differ).

  2. Extreme couponers combine savings

  Don’t just head out to the store and only use coupons to save money.

  Serious extreme couponers will save mega dollars by combining coupons with sale prices, mail-in rebates and in store promotions (such as rewards program bonuses).

  3. Extreme couponers search high and low for deals

  Stores will always put expensive items right at eye level, so be sure to look on the very top and very bottom of shelves and displays when you are shopping. This is often where clearance items are hiding.

  Combine those clearance items with coupons and you are likely in for some deep discounts (and possibly even free stuff)!

  

  4. Extreme couponers combine B1G1 promotions

  When you see a sale for “buy 1, get 1 free” on select items, if you also have a b1g1 free coupon for the same item(s) – combine the two and get 2 items for free instead of 1!

  The store is offering you 1 item for free when you purchase another – and you are purchasing that other item with a coupon, so this is an acceptable couponing trick to get more for less.

  5. Extreme couponers take advantage of rewards programs

  Coupons aren’t the only way you can save money on grocery (and other) items! Consider participating in rewards programs as well.

  There are 3 rewards programs in Canada that I feel are worth your time. Shoppers Optimum Rewards, Air Miles and HBC Points (with Shoppers Optimum being the best program in Canada).

  When you combine these promotions with coupons and in store sales, you’d be amazed at how much money you can save!

  

  6. Extreme couponers have a stockpile

  Avoid paying full price ever again by stocking up on sale items that you use often, and putting them away until you need them.

  If you’re just starting out with stockpiling, I suggest reading this post: how to build a grocery stockpile. Start small – don’t go overboard. A stockpile is a fantastic way to save money, but will completely ruin your budget if you buy more than you can use just for the sake of having a large, impressive stockpile (trust me on this one!).

  These extreme couponer secrets are simply tips to guide you along the extreme couponing path. It isn’t hard to be an extreme couponer, it just takes lots of time, patience and dedication.

  Once you get there, though, you will be saving more money than you ever thought possible. I promise!

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