Couponing 101

Coupon Types
-Printable Coupons: Printable from the internet. Usually you can print two per computer.
- Inserts: Coupon Inserts in the Sunday Newspaper.
- Peelies: Stickers attached to a package that can be used on that or another purchase.
- Tearpads: Located on store shelves in front of the item
- Rewards/Discount Cards - These aren't exactly "coupons" but give a discount on products when used.
- e-Coupons: Can be added to your "Store Rewards/Discount card" for additional discounts and can be stacked with other coupons.
- Coupons found in a coupon book. These are oftentimes found inside of a store such as Safeway.


General Couponing Rules
-A coupon can only be used one time (Walgreen's being an exception). Once you use the coupon, it has be relinquished to the store clerk.
-Copying coupons is a huge no no! It is never ever ok to copy a coupon! Besides being unethical, it is a felony offense.
-When obtaining/using a coupon, look at the wording/description and not the picture. Oftentimes the picture can be misleading -- the coupon can usually be used with more than just the item pictured.

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Stacking Coupons
Most stores allow the usage of a store coupon (ie Target, Walgreen's, Safeway, etc) stacked with a manufacturer's coupon. The perfect couponing situation is one that includes a sale, store coupon, a manufacturer's coupon, and (this may be a stretch) an e-coupon!