Getting Started
Having Troubles? Check out our Trouble Shooting Guide for answers to common questions and FAQ’s and answers HERE!So you are ready to save some money? I want to provide you with everything you need to get started. I spend at the most $70 a week for my family of 4 for groceries, toiletries, cleaning supplies, diapers and other small household needs. There are several steps you will have to take to slash your grocery and household budget like you never thought possible, but you can do it with a little time and organization!
1. Come up with a household budget.
Find all you need to get you started HERE.2. Develop a shopping strategy.
Build a stockpile.3. Have an understanding of coupons and store rewards programs.
Use what you have on hand to start a menu.
Use sale items to finish your menu.
Make your shopping list.
Read more about our shopping strategy HERE.
#1 Coupon Knowledge- Click on each one for a description and more information.
Basic Coupon Information
Coupon Lingo
Printable and e-coupons
#2 Rewards programs and Store policies
Walgreens Register Rewards (RR) and Coupon Policy4. Get organized
Rite Aid’s Single Check Rebate (SCR) and Coupon Policy
CVS Extra Care Bucks (ECB’s) and Coupon Policy
Target Coupon Policy, Price Matching Policy and Other Issues
Catalina Coupons
Caregivers Marketplace
Get yourself a coupon organizer.5. Start Saving! While I am sure that this is not all inclusive, you should have most of the resources you need to get you on your way. If you have more questions or need help with something specific, send me an email or comment on a specific post to get help. Now, get out there and save some money!
Get the Sunday paper.
Get all the loyalty cards for the stores in your area.
Get a filing system for your inserts.
Get a weekly schedule.
Read more about these steps HERE.
