I am a fan of coupons, but some people are taking it too far and ruining it for the rest of us. Here are some tips about how to use your coupons the right way:
1. Do Know Your Limits.
Save time, energy and embarrassment at the register by playing with the rules established by retailers and manufacturers. Visit their Web sites to learn if there have been any updates or changes to their coupon policies.
2. Do Ask Friends and Neighbors to Leave Aside Papers.
Some people actually subscribe to newspapers for the articles, not the coupons. It's perfectly acceptable to ask these friends and family members -- politely -- to set aside the coupons for you to pick up at a later time.
3. Do Start a Small Coupon Swap.
Rather than stealing your neighbor's Sunday paper to benefit from the extra coupon circular, create a support system through a small, local coupon exchange. Online exchanges also exist at savingsadvice.com and thriftyfun.com.
4. Don't Copy Coupons.
Many stores mention in their coupon policies that "coupons are void if copied, scanned, transferred, purchased, sold, etc." Again, stick with the official policy.
5. Do Ask Manufacturers to Send Coupons Directly.
If you can't find manufacturers' coupons readily on their Web sites, email or call them to request coupons be sent directly to your inbox. That's what many successful couponers claim to do. It sometimes earns them freebies, as well.
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See, it takes no time to save a dime.
xoxo
Lauren
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