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Couponing Terms and Abbreviations

Coupon lingo can get pretty confusing! Here is a list of commonly used couponing terms and abbreviations: BLINKIES = In-store coupons near product, usually from a red blinking box. BOGO or B1G1 Free = Buy One Get One Free. CAT or CATALINA = Coupon that prints at the register after purchase. CRT = Cash register tape, coupon that prints in […]

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How to Get Over the Anxiety of Using Coupons

You’ve found a great coupon that you’re eager to use, but you’re nervous. What if you hold up the line? What if the cashier is annoyed with you? What if using it makes you look cheap? While contemplating these what-if scenarios is natural, it could be stopping you from enjoying great deals. But couponing anxiety doesn’t have to prevent you […]

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Savings Tip: Buy Meat in Bulk

If you’re big on saving money, you probably already buy things in bulk. Paper goods and laundry detergent are the most popular items to buy in bulk because they don’t go bad, or at least take a VERY long time to do so. One thing that you may not be buying in bulk (I know it took me way too […]

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What Is Shelf Clearing, and Why Is It Bad?

Some etiquette is obvious: say please and thank you, be considerate of others. However, when it comes to couponing and the idea of shelf clearing, it may not be so obvious. When you spot a good deal, etiquette may not be at the front of your mind. You might be tempted to get as much of the product as possible […]

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How Coupon Expiration Dates Work

A commonly asked question about couponing is, “When does my coupon expire?” The short answer is that coupon expiration dates are usually stated in the fine print. Here are the full details of how to tell when your coupon expires, and how to potentially use it afterward! Coupon Expiration Dates Where is it? All coupons have an expiration date located […]

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