Duncan Hines brownie mix regular price $3.19
Sale price is $1 per box a savings of - 2.19
Manufacturer's coupon is $1 off 3 - .33 @
Double coupon store-another $1 off 3 - .33 @
Total Price I pay .34 cents per box
Here are the savings factors:
Store Cards
These are sometimes referred to as “clipless coupons.” Sign up for the card at the customer service desk and as it is scanned at the checkout, you will receive all the store’s special values for the week.
Sale Ads
The store’s weekly sale ads either come in the mail or are a part of the mid-week newspaper inserts. Match up the sale ads with some of the other savings factors listed and you’ll soon find yourself with products for pennies.
Manufacturer’s Coupons
These are traditional coupons issued and reimbursed by the manufacturer. If you
ead the fine print of the coupon, you’ll see the manufacturer’s name and mailing address. Here are a few places to find these coupons:
Double Coupons
Some stores offer “double” coupons. This is where the coupon is worth twice the face value—so a .50 coupon is now worth $1.00. There are limitations issued by the store, such as “only double up to $1.00” so check the customer service desk for details. Go to the links page at elliekay.com to find a link listing all the stores that double coupons in your state. http://couponing.about.com/cs/grocerysavings/a/doublecoups.htm
Unadvertised Sales and Clearances
Check the store aisles for sales and clearance tags. As much as 50% of the weeks’ sales are not advertised.
Web bucks
Watch for signs in the store, telling you you'll get certificates/coupons at the register for purchasing these items. The cash back certificate can be used on your next shopping trip.
Price Comps
Some grocery stores, including Wal-mart superstores http://www.walmart.com/ will match competitor's ads. Just take in the sale ads from all your local grocers to that store and you'll get the sale prices from the ads. It saves time and money.
Happy Shopping!
--Ellie Kay
America's Family Financial Expert (R)
