“What I Wish I Knew Before Couponing” is Available Now in the Amazon Store!

The book is here and for sale in the Kindle store! “What I Wish I Knew Before Couponing” is ready for sale and is only $2.99. In this 105-page edition you’ll learn the 55 money-costing mistakes all couponers make, but they’re not aware they’re making them! I’m guilty of these offenses, but hopefully by reading this book you won’t make them yourself.

Learn from the common and not-so-common mistakes, including:

• Organizing improperly
• Burning out
• Buying useless subscriptions
• Not using free apps that give you money for shopping
• …and more!

I want to thank everyone for purchasing my first book “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” and hope you all will enjoy this one too!

Right now it’s only available on Kindle, but next week it will publish to Barnes & Noble Nook, Apple iBookstore, and as a PDF online! You don’t need a Kindle to read this right now though. You can access the Kindle app from a variety of devices (including the iPhone!) by clicking here.

Store Policies – Do They Matter?

There are a lot of couponers that ignore store policies — I was one of those too. But, if you’re a couponer store policies are very important. These guide you on how many coupons you can use, the types of coupons accepted and how overages are applied. We are going to discuss a few basics here today, but also I’ll link you to a few popular stores and their policies so that you can print and keep them nearby.

Couponing Myths: You Only Get Junk Food with Coupons (Myth 3)

It’s time to continue the series and debunk yet another myth about coupons. A lot of shoppers avoid store coupons and online coupons because they assume that all they can buy with those coupons is junk food. Yes, there are tons of junk food or processed food item coupons out there, but that’s not all there is.

Coupons for Healthy Food

There are tons of coupons for healthy food — you just have to actually look. Online printable coupons, like Coupons.com or RedPlum.com have dozens of coupons on healthy stuff. Store coupons do too! Smith’s for example, has coupons for organic food items, like Simply Organic. I load these to my store loyalty card and wait for a sale.

You Can’t Get Free, Healthy Foods with Coupons

This is nonsense. I get free healthy foods with coupons all the time. Just the other day I got a free watermelon and gallon of milk. It is possible! Plus, you can always use your overages for free healthy foods.

To get cheap healthy foods you need to look out for them. Stores pack their advertisements and coupon inserts with junk food, but there are just as many healthy food coupons out there too. Also, a lot of stores don’t advertise the healthy food sales, but there are still killer deals. Whole Foods also has tons of sales and printable coupons that help you walk away with vegetarian-friendly, vegan-friendly and organic foods for over 80% off.

Sorry to burst the negativity bubble! But this myth is most definitely untrue.

See more from this series:

Couponing Myths: Stores Lose Money by Accepting Coupons (Myth 1)
Couponing Myths: Low Value Coupons Aren’t Worth the Time (Myth 2)

Couponing Myths: Low Value Coupons Aren’t Worth the Time (Myth 2)

A lot of shoppers skip over the low value coupons — $0.25, $0.50, etc. They assume that since they only shave off a quarter (or two) they’re not worth the time to clip and use. This couponing myth is easily debunked. Why? Because when you pair those low value coupons with the right sale, you can get products fairly cheap — sometimes free.

For example, Pampers releases a $0.50/1 Pampers Wipes coupon a few times per year (in the Proctor & Gamble insert). The cheapest I can find wipes (regular price) is $1.97 at Walmart. So when you use that coupon, it doesn’t do much. But, when these same wipes go on sale at Smith’s (usually in their Buy 10, Save $10 sale), they’re $0.99 each. With that coupon I get baby wipes for $0.49!

If it’s a product you’ll use and need, clip those low value coupons. While they may not dent a regular-priced item, they sure make a difference come sale time.

See more from this series:

Couponing Myths: Stores Lose Money by Accepting Coupons (Myth 1)

How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started Price Extended

The price cut on “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” has been extended, but only until Monday. Due to a publishing error, my next release won’t be available until Monday. So, get a copy of How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started for only $0.99 before Monday! ‘

This quick read offers you insider couponing tips to get started, including:

• Where to find coupons
• How to organize coupons
• Coupon terminology
• Store policies and guides
• Tips for saving even more
• …and insider tips from a real-life couponer

This is a quick, simple read that gets you started on the basics. I’m hoping to start an advanced couponing book here soon enough! But, for now, get started couponing and learn the basics on how to coupon with this cheap book!

Couponing Myths: Stores Lose Money by Accepting Coupons (Myth 1)

There are plenty of couponing myths out there. Some have a touch of truth to them, for sure, but the majority are false. This series will focus on all of those couponing myths and debunk them or at least shine a little light on the them so you can see where these myths have gotten out of hand. Even if you’re just looking for a little couponing 101, understanding these myths is important. A lot of these myths lead couponers to skip over valuable savings or not use coupons at all. This series will continue on debunking each myth I discover.

Tips on Couponing: How to Coupon with Kids

Going to the grocery store is a pain for anyone, but when you add kids into the mix it can become a nightmare. While taking the kids (both young and old alike) to the store poses it’s own set of unique challenges, there are ways you can bring the kids along and keep your sanity in the process. While some of these are extreme couponing tips, the majority can be applied to general couponers as well.

What is a Peelie?

If you’re new to couponing you’ve probably already noticed the variety of terms associated with this money-saving hobby. One of those terms might be “Peelie”. So what is this little coupon wonder with the strange name? Well, peelie comes from the more official term known as “peel off” coupon. These are found attached to the product and you can redeem them right there in the store when you pick it up.

Ethics
When you see a peelie, don’t just pick it up and leave the product. You’re supposed to buy the product and use the coupon. It’s rude to just take them. How would you feel if someone just scooped them all up and you didn’t get one? Exactly. Peelie thieves are not cool nor are they respected what-so-ever. So don’t be one.

Using
The point of the peelie is to use it right there. But, sometimes you have a high value coupon already in your coupon collection that you want to use. Well, save the peelie for later and use the high value coupon you have in your arsenal.

Why Use a Peelie?
Products with peelies are awesome! Not only can you pick up a product for cheaper than you planned, but you can try out new products you don’t have coupons for just yet. Also, peelies have LONG expiration dates. In fact, I just picked up one today that doesn’t expire until December 31, 2013! So, I recommend using any coupons in your arsenal that are going to expire sooner first and save the peelies.

Now you are a peelie expert.

Get a Copy of “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” for $0.99 (this week only!)

This week only you can get a copy of “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” for just $0.99. This is an introductory rate that ends 8/16/2013! So get your copy today. What’s inside?

This quick read offers you insider couponing tips to get started, including:

• Where to find coupons
• How to organize coupons
• Coupon terminology
• Store policies and guides
• Tips for saving even more
• …and insider tips from a real-life couponer

This guide has everything you need to start couponing today. You can implement these techniques and save now.

Soon to come, “What I Wish I Knew Before Couponing: Common Couponing Mistakes Every Shopper Needs to Know”. Expected to release 8/16/2013! This follow up will discuss the common errors beginners and experts make and how to avoid them. Additional saving tips and info are also included so that you can go from the average couponer to the best couponer.

Get your copy of “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” today on Amazon here.

Get a Copy of “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” for $0.99 this Week ONLY!

This week only you can get a copy of “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” for just $0.99. This is an introductory rate that ends 8/16/2013! So get your copy today. What’s inside?

This quick read offers you insider couponing tips to get started, including:

• Where to find coupons
• How to organize coupons
• Coupon terminology
• Store policies and guides
• Tips for saving even more
• …and insider tips from a real-life couponer

This guide has everything you need to start couponing today. You can implement these techniques and save now.

Soon to come, “What I Wish I Knew Before Couponing: Common Couponing Mistakes Every Shopper Needs to Know”. Expected to release 8/16/2013! This follow up will discuss the common errors beginners and experts make and how to avoid them. Additional saving tips and info are also included so that you can go from the average couponer to the best couponer. 

Get your copy of “How to Coupon: One Cheap Utah Chick’s Guide to Getting Started” today on Amazon here.