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Publix trip 5-31-09
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/31/2009
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I had a great trip to Publix today. I love thier Buy one get one free sales. (BOGO) Each BOGO rings up half price so you only have to buy one item and then combine with a coupon to get some free and really cheap stuff. Here is a break down of what I got. I had my husband with me so we could get two of the mystery penny items. (mac and cheese this week)
Transaction #1
3 Bic BBQ lighters (BOGO last week and were out so I got a rain check)
Normally $3.49 each
BOGO $1.74 each
minus 3 $1 off coupons.
Total 74 cents each
2 bags of Benefuls Dog Food
Normally $5.49 each
BOGO $2.75
minus 2 $3.50 off coupons
Total: FREE plus $2 overage off of other groceries!!!
1 Publix Brand Mac and Cheese Deluxe (penny item when you spend $10)
Normally $1.89
Total: 1 cent
4 Lysol Wipes 80 count (BOGO last week and were out so I got a rain check)
Normally $4.99 each
BOGO $2.50
minus 4 $1 off coupons
Total: $1.50 each
3 Lysol Nutra Air (BOGO last week and were out so I got a rain check)
Normally $3.59 each
BOGO $1.79
minus 3 $1.50 off coupons
Total: 29 cents each
3 Spray and Wash
Normally $2.99
BOGO $1.49
minus 3 50 cent coupons (which Publix doubled)
Total: 49 cents each
2 Taco Bell Dinner Kits
Normally $2.69 each
BOGO $1.35
minus 2 $1 off coupons
Total: 35 cents each
French Yellow mustard is BOGO this week and I have 50 cent off coupons to make it FREE but they were out so I got a rain check for next time.
Total before coupons and sale:
$68.42
Minus sales and coupons:
$58.64
GRAND TOTAL including TAX:
$11.93
I saved 82.56%
Transaction #2
3 Premium Tomatos (1.54 lbs)
Normally $2.07 a pound ($3.19)
Sale 97 cents a pound
Total: $1.49
1 Bag of Red Potatoes
Normally $3.99
Sale $2.49
1/4 Watermelon
on sale I don't remember orginally cost :( says I saved 23 cents)
Total $1.89
1 Medium Daisy Sour Cream
$1.99
minus $1 off coupon
Total 99 cents
1 24 bottle case of Aquafina Water
Normally $5.99
Sale $3.99
1 Publix Brand Mac and Cheese Deluxe (penny item when you spend $10)
Normally $1.89
Total: 1 cent
Total before coupons and sale:
$19.17
Minus sales and coupons:
$8.81
Grand Total including TAX:
$11.20
I saved 41.58%
Shopping Trip GRAND TOTAL:
Total before coupons and sale:
$87.59
Minus sales and coupons:
$67.45
Total out of pocket:
$23.13
I saved 73.59%
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Deals 101
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/15/2009
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I have had several of you ask me how I find my deals and to be perfectly honest I get them from other people. I figure why do all the hard work myself when all I have to do is look at their (WONDERFUL!) blogs and websites and see what will work for me. This blog post is going to be a list of my favorite sites and what I use them for. Be sure to check them all out, they all have something wonderful to offer.
http://www.moneysavingmom.com/
This website has wonderful info about playing the drugstore "game." There is also a great section on the right hand side that says "Start Here" and has tons of info on how to get started couponing. This is a great and encouraging blog! Thanks, Crystal!
http://www.southernsavers.com/
I love this site. Not only does she put drugstore deals on here site but also super grocery store deals including Kroger and Publix. (where I do most of my grocery shopping.) She also does a super job linking the weekly sales to the current newspaper and internet coupons. Another great feature is she knows some of deals ahead of time and will alert you to save the coupon until the next week when the item will save (or make) you even more money! Thanks, Jenny!
www.savingyourcents.blogspot.com
Another super savings site. One of my main draws to this site is that it is the ONLY one I have found that links sales to coupons for Ingles which is the only large grocery store in my town. (I still drive to go to Kroger and Publix. I feel I get better deals and don't have to worry about Ingles coupon limits. More on that another day.) Her blog is really a "one-stop savings spot!" Thanks, Lissa!
http://www.hip2save.com/
I only recently found this website and have spent several hours that last few days checking it out. There is tons of awesome info, and I agree, it is Hip 2 Save! Tons of freebies, store deals and coupons! Stop by and check her site out! Thanks, Hip2Save
One last mention, the site that started it all for me.....
www.couponmom.com
This is the site I first heard about on the news, This site was great for me in the beginning. I have now branched out more and am able to get far more free deals then this site was posting. You do have to "join" the site. My absolute FAV part of the site is that there is a very extensive coupon database, so if you run out of an item or need something specific it will tell where and if there is a (print) coupon avaliable! Thanks, Coupon Mom!
There are more sites I love and will post more about them in the future. To really get started "couponing" sit down and explore a few of these sites. They will really get you excited about all the money you can save.
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Free Kellogg's All Bran Promise Pack
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/14/2009
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Click here to register for a FREE Kellogg's All Bran Promise Pack that includes a sample of
Strawberry Medley Cereal,
a Strawberry Medaley Bar
and a Rasberry Fiber Drink sample.
You do have to register for and "All K Pass" and answer a few questions. The packet should arrive in 4 - 6 weeks. You will also get some coupons with your Promise Pack!
Thanks,
Money Saving Mom and
Freebies 4 Mom
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3 months of almost FREE Zyrtec at Rite Aid 5-12-09
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/12/2009
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Rite Aid 5-12-09
****picture coming soon****
I am still new to playing the coupon game at Rite Aid but I thought the Zyrtec Deal was to good to pass up. Here is a summary of what I got and what I paid.
1 Renuzit Spray $0.99 (on sale from $1.99)
1 Got 2 Be Hair Product $4.99 (on sale from $6.89)
3 Zyrtec 30 Counts + $56.97 (on a sale A $18.99 each from $22.99)
Total $62.95
Minus $5 off any $25 - $5.00
purchase coupon $57.95
Minus 6 coupons - $20.00
Total $37.95 (This is what I paid pre tax)
But wait, $37.95 is NOT FREE! Well, Rite Aid does a montly rebate program. If you save your reciept on certain items you get a rebate. So based on what I bought, I will be getting a Rebate for $37. (three different rebates) So all I will have ended up paying is 95 cents for 3 months of Zyrtec! Amazing!
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Kroger 5-12-09
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/12/2009
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Kroger 5-12-09
Okay so here is my totals...what do ya'll think, Did I do ok?
****Picture coming soon!*****
2 Ragu Pasta Sauce $2.26 ($1.13 each on clearance)
2 Kroger Value Bun $1.76 (88 cents each)
2 Kroger Hashbrowns $1.98 (99 cents each on sale)
1 Kroger Value Brean 0.78
Bananas $1.20 (.58 cents a pound)
2 Oscar Myer Bologna .99 (B1G1 Free)
2 Kroger Fries $1.98 (99 cents each on sale)
2 Kroger Crinkle Fries $1.98 (99 cents each on sale)
1 Red Potatoes $2.99
4 Air Wick I-Motions $19.96 (each were $4.99 on sale from $9.99 each)
3 Platex Disposable Gloves $3.81 (each $1.27 on sale from $1.49)
3 Softsoaps $5.07 not on sale but I needed some and my coupons was going to expire)
1 large softsoap + $2.19 (same as above)
Total: $46.95
Minus 16 coupons -28.80
Total: $18.15 plus tax
I also got a rain check for canteloupe. It is on sale for $1 each and they were out so hopefully I can pick up a few next week. It is amazing to think that I would have paid $28.80 MORE dollars if I didn't use coupons! That is alot of saving ON TOP of the savings just by buying items that are already on sale or reduced!
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My Walgreens Shopping Trip 5-12-09
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/12/2009
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Walgreens 5/12/09
So Walgreens was a little more difficult this week because I wanted to "roll" some of my register rewards to stock up on the Colgate Toothpaste since I really like this type. I also got few items I didn't really need because they were FREE after Register Rewards and I can pass them on to people who can use them.
Transaction #1:
1 Omega 3 Fish Oil $8.00 (on sale)
1 Bayer Crystals $2.49 (on sale)
1 Conditioner sample $0.50 (clearance)
1 Tide Travel Pack $0.37
1 Hair Most. $6.00 (on sale)
1 Johnson & Johnson Lotion +$0.99
Total: $18.35
Minus Register Rewards -$15.50
from Last week
Total: $2.85
Transaction #2:
1 Colgate Tootpaste $2.99
2 Conditioner Sample + $1.00 (clearance)
Total: $3.99
Minus 1 Coupon - $1.00
$2.99
I "rolled" a register reward - $2.50
from the first transaction
Total: 49 cents
Transaction #3:
1 Bayer Crystals $2.49 (on sale)
Minus 1 Register Reward -$2.00
I rolled from Transaction #2
Total: 49 cents
Transaction #4
1 Colgate Toothpaste $2.99
1 Walg. Brand Tylenol + $1.29 (clearance)
Total: $4.28
Minus 1 Register Reward -$2.50
I rolled from Transaction #3
Total: $1.78
FYI- I forgot to use my $1 manufactor coupon on this transaction. AHHHH...It WOULD have only cost me $0.28 if I has used it!!!! Sadness!
Transaction #5:
Bayer Crystals $2.49 (on sale)
Minus 1 Register Reward -$2.00
I rolled from Transaction #4
Total: 49 cents
Transaction #6:
1 Colgate Toothpaste $2.99
1 Johnson & Johnson Lotion +$0.99
Total: $3.98
Minus 1 Coupon - $1.00
Total: $2.98
Minus 1 Register Reward -$2.50
I rolled from Transaction #5
Total: 48 cents
Transaction #7:
Bayer Crystals $2.49 (on sale)
Minus 1 Register Reward -$2.00
I rolled from Transaction #6
Total: 49 cents
Transaction #8:
1 Colgate Toothpaste $2.99
1 Johnson & Johnson Lotion +$0.99
Total: $3.98
Minus 1 Coupon - $1.00
Total: $2.98
Minus 1 Register Reward -$2.50
I rolled from Transaction #6
Total: 48 cents
Transaction #9:
Bayer Crystals $2.49 (on sale)
Minus 1 Register Reward -$2.00
I rolled from Transaction #8
Total: 49 cents
Grand Totals:
Total Cost of ALL Products: $76.14
Total Spent out of pocket
after coupons and Register Rewards: $8.04
AND
I got back $16.50 in Register Rewards to use on my next trip to Walgreens.
Please note, this is all pre tax dollars. I still had to add tax to my totals.
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Check out todays deals...
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/12/2009
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CVS 5/12/09
At CVS today I spent at total of 99 cents on what would have cost me $39.44 before tax!!! Wow!
Here is how I made the deal work:
1 Bayer Meter 14.99 (on sale from $79.99!!!!)
1 Bayer Cystals 2.00 (on sale $2.99)
1 Nivea Beautiful Legs Lotion 9.99
1 Nivea Body Wash 6.99 (I LOVE this body wash, the Lime scent is delish!!!!!)
1 Hand Soap 1.00
3 St. Ives Apricot Scrubs (sample) + 4.47
Total: $39.44
Minus 5 manufactors coupons - $26.45
Total: $12.99
Minus 2 Extra Care Bucks - $12.00
from last week: Total: .99 cents!!!!
Plus:
I got back $12 in Extra Care Bucks for my next CVS shopping trip!!!!!
FYI- I don't always NEED all the things that I get for free or super prices so sometimes I stockpile items OR Donate them to family or friends or give aways. :)
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Mother's Day Sale at the Sock Shoppe
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/06/2009
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For those of you who live locally I am sure you know that the Sock Shoppe in Griffin has great deals all the time but they are having a special Mother's Day Sale you will want to check out!
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Here are some Freebies and no coupons to clip!
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/06/2009
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What is better then getting something cheap? Thats right! Getting it for free! I have several sites that I visit that list FREEBIES and all you have to do is fill out the info online. I am going to post a link to
www.moneysavingmom.com
Not only does she post great deals but also FREEBIES! Thanks Crystal! Okay so here is a breakdown of some of the Freebies:
Click here to get a free samole of Pull-ups
Also here is a free sample of John Frieda's Brillant Burnette Shampoo and Conditioner.
Finally click here for a FREE one year supscription to FORBES magazine! This site does require that you refer a friend.
Again I encourage you to check out Crystals's site at www.moneysavingmom.com . She has way more free stuff, great coupon deals and guides on how to get started. It is a WONDERFUL Blog!
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Welcome to my new blog!
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Posted By - Kristin - 05/05/2009
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In addition to my real estate career I have found a new hobby that combines two things I love, love, love to do, shop and save money. With the economy in its current slump many of the news programs have been featuring ways to save a buck and being the ever so smart realtor that I am I listened up! In addition to nurmerous ways to save money the one that really hit home for me was COUPONS! I know, I know. Your thinking I am crazy and must spend tons of time clipping coupons and it makes you think of your Grandma and doesn't just buying the store brand save you more money? Well, I thought so to until recently. Back to the TV news program, (wish I knew which one now) , the news program explained how if you use coupons when things are on SALE and learn the system of couponing then you can save money, money and more money, and I HAVE! Ok so get to the point... my goal in starting this blog is two fold. One is very selfish, of course I want as many people to stop by and check out homes I have for sale and share them with those who are in the house market and to learn a little about me. (I need to keep funding this new cheap hobby of mine.) :) But the other reason to start this blog to make you aware that you can do the same thing I am doing and get great deals that I am getting as well! See, I am not ALL selfish and I do love to share. :) Just save some of the deals for me just in case I am way toooo busy selling homes to actually get my shopping done. Ha, somehow I can always find the time to shop.......
....so here is my idea......
I am going to start updating this blog and as time goes on share get deals, freebies, and how to coupon. It took me a few months to really figure it out and to get dedicated and I want to help it be a little easier for you.
....and here is my next idea.....
I would love to teach you how to "coupon" in one evening. My idea is for you, (yes, I am talking to you) to invite me to your home one evening and you invite 5 to 15 of your near and dear friends over for a home party. (and guess what, no one has to buy ANYTHING! and everything I will do that evening is FREE.... and I just might share some of the items that I got as a SUPER DUPER deal with you to take home.) All you have to do is make some refreshment, (you can't have a party without refreshments) provide the locations and invite your gal pals, (and men who want to do the household shopping, too.) So you are thinking this is toooooo good to be true, well send me an email and we will work on getting this party thing started. Not only do I hope that I will be able to share some great tips and techniques with you but I also hope to meet many new friends and people who will ONE DAY need to buy or sell a home. (hummm.....combining work and hobby make for a happy life, right!)
Soooo.....
email me at:
coupons@kristinroney.com
and let the savings begin!
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