Each Wednesday, during the 11am newscast, Fox 2 News announces a new 2-for-1 or half-off deal for the week. This week’s offer comes from El Paisano, a Mexican cuisine restaurant on Watson Road, just south of Arsenal in South City. (Map it)
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
Remember the Herbal Essense Facebook Coupon???
Mine just came today, and I almost missed it because my mailbox was full of junk and this almost got lost in the mix.
If you are expecting one...
Be looking for a postcard with 2 coupons - the coupon for a freebie, plus a $1.00/1 coupon.
If you are expecting one...
Be looking for a postcard with 2 coupons - the coupon for a freebie, plus a $1.00/1 coupon.
You saw the ads, now find out what Groupon is all about
My new Examiner.com article Groupon, Living Social, Mamapedia, oh my! will give you a basic overview of how these "daily deal" sites work.
Check it out here.
Check it out here.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Dollar General $5/$25 Coupon Info
I just started using the Dollar General $5/$25 coupons last month. I've done this 4-5 times now and here's what I've learned.
1) DO NOT shop at the S. County store on Tesson next to Old Navy (near Sams). Long story, but in 2+ years of couponing, I've never been in a more "coupon unfriendly" store - and I mean of any stores not just Dollar General!!!
2) Ask the cashier to key in the coupon code, not scan it. From experience, when scanned it will beep like the coupon has been accepted but nothing will be deducted. But for some reason keying in the code works every time.
3) Most stores will accept the $5/$25 coupon before other coupons, however I've been told by 1 cashier that they can't use it with any other coupon and another cashier that it is supposed to be $25 subtotal after all other coupons are deducted. However, both times the manager let me use it.
4)My Dollar General will not adjust down the value of a manufacturer coupon, so you can't get a free item if the coupon value is higher than the item price.
5) The $5/$25 deducts a percent from all the items you've purchased. Not a big deal except for #4 above. If you have a manufacturer coupon that makes an item free at regular price, it won't work with the $5/$25 coupon.
1) DO NOT shop at the S. County store on Tesson next to Old Navy (near Sams). Long story, but in 2+ years of couponing, I've never been in a more "coupon unfriendly" store - and I mean of any stores not just Dollar General!!!
2) Ask the cashier to key in the coupon code, not scan it. From experience, when scanned it will beep like the coupon has been accepted but nothing will be deducted. But for some reason keying in the code works every time.
3) Most stores will accept the $5/$25 coupon before other coupons, however I've been told by 1 cashier that they can't use it with any other coupon and another cashier that it is supposed to be $25 subtotal after all other coupons are deducted. However, both times the manager let me use it.
4)My Dollar General will not adjust down the value of a manufacturer coupon, so you can't get a free item if the coupon value is higher than the item price.
5) The $5/$25 deducts a percent from all the items you've purchased. Not a big deal except for #4 above. If you have a manufacturer coupon that makes an item free at regular price, it won't work with the $5/$25 coupon.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Should I Print That Coupon?
See my guidelines for making sensible decisions about printable coupons and save on paper and ink.
http://www.examiner.com/frugal-living-in-st-louis/should-i-print-that-coupon
http://www.examiner.com/frugal-living-in-st-louis/should-i-print-that-coupon
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Went Buck Wild At Walgreens
I don't normally get out on Sunday morning, which means I usually end up frustrated because none of the scenarios I have planned end up working because things are already sold out. Well, I HAD to get out this morning for other errands and went a little overboard!
Spent: $20.86 Out of Pocket (because I forgot to use the $2 Register Reward I already had)
Price before sales/coupons/register rewards: $112.22
Saved: 82% and I left with another $11 in Register Rewards
Spent: $20.86 Out of Pocket (because I forgot to use the $2 Register Reward I already had)
Price before sales/coupons/register rewards: $112.22
Saved: 82% and I left with another $11 in Register Rewards
Reconsider your loyalties and you could save money
If you only purchase the dish detergent that will “soften hands while doing dishes,” you’re the dream consumer and corporations have worked very hard to get you. It’s called “brand loyalty” and corporations spend small fortunes to achieve this loyalty for their products. But, it’s not just costing these corporations, it’s also costing consumers.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
FREE CFL Light Bulbs at Ace Hardware
Beware, even though Missouri tax code states you don't pay sales tax on coupons, the store I went to DID charge sales tax. I wasn't up to explaining Missouri sales tax laws, so I just paid it. Since Ace stores are independently franchised, you may or may not have the same experience.
Walgreen's PediaCare Fever Reducer Register Reward No Longer Working
Apparently today Walgreen's "fixed" the register reward for PediaCare Fever Reducer - it is no longer printing. I checked with the manager and confirmed the register reward was only for the Cold formulas.
Countdown to My First "Frugal Living Columnist" Post
Be looking for my first post as Examiner.com's new St. Louis Frugal Living columnist early next week!
As I told you a few days ago, I've been selected as their new Frugal Living columnist. Right now, Examiner.com is setting up my column and bio page which is expected to be complete by the end of the week. Once that's complete, I can start posting.
Help me choose what to write about. Post your suggestions in the comments.
As I told you a few days ago, I've been selected as their new Frugal Living columnist. Right now, Examiner.com is setting up my column and bio page which is expected to be complete by the end of the week. Once that's complete, I can start posting.
Help me choose what to write about. Post your suggestions in the comments.
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