LWS Tip: Coupon Basics 101

If you aren't a coupon clipper, I hope you start. Coupons, can save you so much money if used correctly. There are different types of coupons, used for different purposes, but ultimately I want you over time to get in the happen for at least certain stores shop when you have a coupon. I will let you know as time goes on, which ones will be your best opportunities. Especially in today's times for many, saving is essential for living each day. Since I was young, I have always been a
saver.

​So many people used to joke about me being so cheap and always having coupons. My mind just developed over time about when to save and how to save. Getting the best deal isn't just about having coupons, you have to be conscientious about how your buying, what and when. I hope that over time, I can help you learn how to save to make your lives more economical and efficient. Let's start our savings journey!

We are going to begin with laying out our physical tools. We are going to divide our coupon purposes into two parts: Grocery and Leisure

Grocery Coupons

​For your grocery coupons, I would like you to get a binder and to start off with two packs of trading card inserts. Don't buy any more than that because this will be your guide. If you feel you need more, get according to your own needs. The purpose of this binder is to SAVE you time rather than having to search through your coupons for any purchase that may arise. This binder will be your go to where depending on how you categorize it, you can say I need coupon x and go straight to it.

​Build this slowly over time. I don't want you to take on this task all at one time because it is time consuming at first. I know some of you may be very busy in your lives. This is going to be your coupon inventory. Remember, if you ever need grocery coupons, always use the grocery resource section on the home page or go to the grocery coupons page where you can get free printable coupons all the time to use to save.

Leisure

For your leisure coupons, I would like you to do two things. I would like you to get a storage box. (The kind that you put pictures in, that way it doesn't take up too much space) In this box, I would like you to put all your coupons that aren't grocery store coupons. That way these are all in one place and can access at any time. No matter if you come across one put it in there. There are so many times we come across coupons and decide that we don't need them but then when we need them we don't have any. This solves that. The other, whether you prefer a manilla envelope or a ziploc, have a to go bag. Places that you go the most or more likely to use, place
them in there and keep in your vehicle. I would like you to always be prepared. I want you to start thinking whenever you go somewhere, how can I save?

There is always a way and I will show you!