Couponing 101

Check for store updates weekly as we get up and running. I will be adding Pharmacy's such as CVS & Rite Aid with a tutorial on there reward programs tips.. Happy Savings, Mary

COUPON LINGO

• Sunday Newspaper Insert Abbreviations:

GM = General Mills
PG = Procter and Gamble
RP = Red Plum
SS = SmartSource

*Date for insert is typically in very small print on the spine of the insert.

• CVS  LINGO:

ECB = Extra Care Bucks – CVS money

• Other Abbreviations and Money-Saving Terms:

B1G1 or BOGO = Buy One, Get One Free
B2GI = Buy Two, Get One Free
EX or X = Expires On
FAR = Free After Rebate
FILLER = Item Purchased to Reach a Minimum Total in Order to Get a “Deal”
GC = Gift Card
IP = Internet Printable
MC or MQ = Manufacturer’s coupon
MIR = Mail In Rebate
NED = No Expiration Date
OOP = Out of Pocket
STACKING: Using Both a Store Coupon and a Manufacturer’s Coupon on One Item