How To Get Free Grocery Coupons

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Grocery coupons are a valuable resource to help you save money on your monthly food expenses. Though collecting and keeping coupons organized is a bit time consuming, the savings you get are substantial and contribute to your financial stability.

Watch your mail

The number one source of coupons for your grocery store is the mail. Grocery stores frequently distribute coupons and promotions via this method. Collecting coupons as they arrive, clipping them, and organizing them by chain in a place that is easily accessible, ensures that you get the maximum mileage out of your coupons. A good place to keep your coupons organized is in an expandable organizer, which you can find for a reasonable price at any office supply store. If you feel self conscious about carrying around a large folder, keep your coupons in a large wallet or clutch with multiple pockets.

Get meticulous about saving, clipping and organizing coupons as they arrive in your mail.

Pay attention to your receipts

Many grocery stores such as Trader Joe's and Safeway provide coupons printed on the receipts they return to customers after shopping. Saving these receipts as part of your coupon collection adds to your savings even more.

Ask around the store

Many stores such as Michaels and Trader Joe's keep stacks of their promotional materials and coupons at the front of the store, so if you are not on their mailing lists, you can pick up coupons as you shop. You should also visit the websites of stores you frequent, and sign up for any available mailing lists for promotional materials.

Finding and saving grocery coupons is a rewarding experience. Coupons get you more grocery items for your money, and help save on your food expenses, to better balance your overall budget.

Get meticulous about saving, clipping and organizing coupons
by Dan Xavier, Food & Grocery writer

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