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Realistic Couponing

Couponing 101

I think the people on that show are likely not as extreme as they were portrayed (it is television after all), however the show has given people unrealistic expectations for couponing and given couponers unfair representation. Realistically I spend 30-45 minutes a week clipping coupons and putting together a shopping list.

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Extreme Couponing on TLC is Back

Saving Cents With Sense

They originally aired the first episode last December – and I shared some of my thoughts then, but I think it is important to point out that what is displayed on that show is not how normal couponing looks like. Of course I think you can save a lot on your grocery bill, but realistically, your goal should be to save between 40%-60%.

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10 Money Habits You Need to Quit

For the Mommas

Waiting until you accrue late fees to pay bills. If you constantly wait until your bill is past due to pay your bills, you are essentially throwing away money. Keep that money in your pocket by paying your bills as soon as you receive them. Our favorite coupon sites: Coupons.com. Checkout 51. Savingstar.

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10 Money Habits You Need to Quit

For the Mommas

Waiting until you accrue late fees to pay bills. If you constantly wait until your bill is past due to pay your bills, you are essentially throwing away money. Keep that money in your pocket by paying your bills as soon as you receive them. Our favorite coupon sites: Coupons.com. Checkout 51. Savingstar.

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Extreme Couponing Season 2 Premiere Date Set

Saving Cents With Sense

Of course I think you can save a lot on your grocery bill, but realistically, your goal should be to save between 40%-60%. Is couponing difficult? Using coupons can help you save money on your grocery bill, you don’t have to spend 4-6 hours a day planning a grocery trip. Tips for Coupon Printing Problems.

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Extreme Couponing Season 2 Premieres Tonight (9/28)

Saving Cents With Sense

But (and that is a really big “big”), the positive side to this show is that it brings awareness to couponing and helps show some people that you really can save on your grocery bill by using coupons. I also know that many people are using their couponing skills to help local charities, shelters, and others in need.

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Site Review: MyCoupons.com

Nicoles Nickels

I wanted to let you all know about a very informative and practical site called MyCoupons.com. This site has hundreds of coupon codes fromretailers like Sears, Macys, Kmart, Children’s Place, etc. They bill themselves as the nation’s oldest coupon site as they started in 1995!

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