Saving with Mel- Sunday is Coupon Day!

By popular demand I have posted another youtube video. Today I wanted to demonstrate how exactly I go coupon hunting. Because I've had so much on my mind, I actually forgot my coupons on this grocery store run. However, that does not mean I didn't get any savings at the grocery store. I still saved about $19 on this trip. I can always go back to the store and redeem my coupons at a later time.

I hope my demonstration cleared up some couponing questions.

Happy Savings,
Mel

Just a quick update on how much I've saved since beginning my saving money journey.

Grand Total Savings = $502.90

Saving Helpful Tips

Helpful tips #1 - Sunday is Funday for Deals

Sunday is the day when the newspaper has the newest ads and the most coupons. I know newspapers are so old school. However, it saves mega bucks when it comes to clipping coupons. Look through the paper with a fine tooth comb, clip what you need and save the coupons you might need soon.

Helpful tip #2 - Smart Phone Apps 

• Ebates, Checkout 51, Ibotta - These are 3 different apps that all get you money back on items purchased. There is no feeling like getting a check in the mail for products you've already purchased. These are super easy to use apps that give you simple instructions on how to start saving money.
• Cartwheel - This is a Target Store app that gives you a percentage off on hundreds of items in the store. You just need to add the items you will be purchasing on your next Target trip to  your Cartwheel, connect to the Target store wifi and have the store associate scan the barcode at the time of purchase for instant discounts on items you are purchasing.
• RetailMeNot - By far one of my most favorite apps, ever. RetailMeNot is activated when you are near a store with a deal. You'll receive a notification on your phone letting you know what stores near you are having sales. 

Hope this helps you on your savings journey.

Happy Savings,

Melissa