How to Have Fun Clipping Coupons

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Clipping coupons may not seem like the most exciting endeavor, but besides being good to your budget, coupons can be a lot of fun. There are countless ways to save, and the smile you will have on your face at the checkout is priceless. Read on to learn how to have fun clipping coupons.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy
Step1
Make a game of it. See how much money you can save in a week, or how many you can use in a day. See if you can use all of the coupons you clipped by the end of the month. Keep it interesting.
Step2
Surf the web. Before you go shopping, check online for great deals. You can find a coupon for almost anything—so start clicking and clipping.
Step3
Bring them with you. There is no use clipping and printing coupons if you don't use them. Buy an organizer to keep in your purse or your car, or be sure to take relevant coupons with you in your wallet.
Step4
Read the fine print before you clip—the manufacturers coupon may only save you 20 cents, or may only be good on a specific product, or may require the purchase of more product than you need. Read it before you cut so that you don't get surprised at the store.
Step5
Look at the receipt. Every little bit of money saved is money in your pocket. Make a stack of receipts and review them periodically. Add up all of the money you saved and pat yourself on the back.
Step6
Look for sweepstakes and free offers. Lots of coupon mailers have game and prize opportunities. If it is free to enter and a reliable company, take a chance. You may have more fun than you thought you could while clipping coupons.

Tips & Warnings

  • Many grocers have double coupon specials—this one of the best ways to get the most bang for your buck.

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on 6/3/2008 Some even have triple coupon specials! I REGULARLY buy over $100 in groceries for less than $10 even without triple coupon deals. Take a look at my articles where I share how I do it: http://www.ehow.com/members/momandpopoften-articles.html

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