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Walmart.com is a great place to try products for free! I will be posting any free samples available here, so all you have to do is click the link, fill out your mailing information for anything that interests you, and you will receive your free sample in about 2 weeks!

Currently, they are offering samples for:

Pampers Extra Protection here
Benfiber Orange here
Prilisec OTC here

If you plan on requesting free samples often, or registering on manufacturer websites for free coupons often, I would definately set up a separate email account at Yahoo, Hotmail, etc. to avoid being bombarded with “junk” mail. It’s not completely overwhelming, but it’s probably not something you want to look at everyday. Browse the Walmart ad.

So earlier tonight I went to Rite-Aid and purchased $30 worth of stuff for only $2.19!!
Here’s what I did:

Purchased
(4) Kellogg’s Frosted Mini Wheats for $2.22 each
(2) Arm & Hammer Spinbrushes for $8.99 (BOGO Free)
(2) Air Wick Mini Freshmatic Starter Kits for $4.99 each
(3) Dawn Hand Renewal Dish Soaps for $0.99 each

Total before coupons: $30.82
Then…

Used my $5 off $25 purchase coupon here (not sure if it’s still available)
Used my $5 off $20 purchase coupon here (Rite-Aid Video Values bonus coupon)
Used (2) $5 Air Wick coupons from 11/15 SS
Used $5/4 Kellogg’s coupon from here (manufacturer coupon from Target.com)
Used (2) $0.50 off Dawn coupons from 11/29 PG
Used (1) $1.00 off Dawn coupon from ?? (not sure…I think it was a coupon booklet mailed to me)
Used (1) $3.00 Arm & Hammer Spinbrush coupon found here (should have been able to use 2 coupons, since I was purchasing 2 items, but the cashier wouldn’t let it go through – boo!)

So my total after coupons was…drumroll please…$1.32 + $0.81 tax = $2.13!!!

Now can you see why I’m still on my coupon high?? This is something I do about once week at Rite Aid and you can too!! Even if you’re just beginning and don’t have some of the older coupons, you can still find current printable coupons and make up your own deal scenarios based on the coupons you do have. Remember the $5 off $25 coupons come off BEFORE any manufacturer coupons, so just get your total up to $25 and then get it down to as little as you can with other coupons. Let me know what deals you get!

P.S. Don’t even get me started about the great deals I got today at Walgreens and Kroger! Browse Walgreens Ad and Kroger Ad Preview.

UPDATE: Like I said, the $5 off $25 is no longer available on coupons.com, but it does come along often. You can also get one by registering on Rite-Aid.com. You’ll be able to print a $5 coupon plus 20 more Rite-Aid coupons! They also email you coupons periodically.

Redbox is a movie rental vending machine located at many different stores that charges $1 per night for a rental. You need a credit or debit card to purchase one.

Visit http://www.redbox.com/ to locate a box near you. You can also search the current inventory of that box and reserve your movie ahead of time.

Sign up for their text or email alerts to get free rental codes.

Tonight, December 7th is Free Movie Monday. Use the code GANTS9 for one FREE rental, today only. Check out more deals on weekly ads.

Claritin (assorted Formulas 15-20 count) $15.99
Use $5.00 in-ad coupon
Use $4.00 coupon from 11/15 SS (for non-drowsy formula, 15 ct)
Final cost is $6.99
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Lipton Tea (1 gallon jug) 2 for $6.00
Use $1/2 in-ad coupon
Final cost is 2 for $5.00
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Huggies or Pampers Big Pack Diapers (box) $19.99
Use $2.00 in-ad coupon
Use $1.50 coupon from 11/15 SS (for huggies)
or Use $1.50 coupon from 11/29 PG (for pampers)
Final cost is $16.49 per box
(if purchasing both, you’ll need to clip 2 in-ad coupons)
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Aleve Caplets or Tablets (100-200 count) Price ???
Use $3.00 in-ad coupon
Use $1.00 coupon from 10/25 RP
Final cost is ???
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Pepsi Products 2 Liter Bottles 4 for $5.00
Use $1.00 in-ad coupon
Final cost is 4 for $4.00 or $1.00 each
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Don’t forget to enter your receipts on Rite-Aid.com for the Gift of Savings Program!

Craig Electronics 40% off
Several $10 Single Check Rebates on Craig products
#10–Digital MP3 Speaker System or DVD w/Remote Control (limit 2)
#11–Boombox with Dock for iPod
#12–2GB MP3 Plus Video Player
#13–512MB MP3 Player with Remote Control and Dock for iPod
#14–Alarm Clock Radio w/Dock for iPod
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Philip’s 5 Device Flip Style Remote Control $12.99
#25–$10 SCR
Final cost is $2.99
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Dymo Labelmaker $19.99
#57–$10 SCR
Final cost is $9.99
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Fujifilm Digital Camera $99.99
#4–$30 SCR
Use the $5 off $25 coupon
Final cost is $64.99
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Old Spice Holiday Gift Set $9.99
#107–$2 SCR
Use the $2/1 fragrance gift set in ad coupon (may or may not work)
Plus, use the $1/1 coupon from the 11/29 PG
Final cost is $4.99
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Secret Deodorant $2
#109–$2 SCR (must buy 2)
Try this: Buy 3 deodorants for a total of $6
Use the Buy any 2 Secret products and Get one free coupon from the 11/1 PG
Plus, use 2 $0.50/1 coupons from the 11/1PG or 11/8RP
Pay $3.00
Final cost after rebate is $0.33 each
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Clairol Natural Instincts Hair Color $7.99
#118–$3 SCR
Use $2/1 in-ad coupon
Final cost is $2.99
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Preparation H Wipes $4.99
#86–$1 SCR
Use $2/1 coupon from here
Final cost is $1.99
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Scotch Pop-Up Hand Brand Tape Dispenser 2/$4.28
#7–$3.29 SCR (must buy 2)
Use 2 $1 coupons from here
Or, use $1/2 coupon from 12/6RP
Final cost is as low as 2 for FREE + a $1 profit
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Reveal Lightbulbs 2/$5
#16–$2 SCR
Use 2 $1 coupons from  11/1 SS or 11/22 SS
Final cost is $0.50 each
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Electrasol Finish Automatic Dishwasher Detergent $3.99
#42–$1 SCR
Use $1 coupon found here
Final cost is $1.99
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Kellogg’s Raisin Bran and Frosted Mini Wheats $2.22
Use $5/4 Kellogg’s coupon from here (manufacturer coupon–NOT Target coupon)
Final cost IS $0.97 per box
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Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Bars $2.22
Use $0.75 coupon from here
Final cost is $1.47
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Doritos $2.99
Use the $1/1 Rite Aid Video Values coupon
Final cost is $1.99
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Pepperidge Farm Goldfish $1.50
Use $0.75 coupon from here
Final cost is $0.75
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Nestle Jingles $2.50
Use $1 coupon from here
Final cost is $1.50
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Welch’s Sparkling Juice $2.50
Use $1.50 coupon from 11/15SS
Final cost is $1.00
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Arm & Hammer Toothpaste, Spinbrush or Deodorant – Buy one for $8.99 get one FREE
Try this: Buy 2 spinbrushes for a total of $8.99
Use 2 $3/1 coupons found here (coupon says limit one, but you might get away with using 2)
Final cost is $1.49 each

Or try this:
Buy 2 Toothpastes for a total of $4.99 after BOGO
Use 2 $1 coupons found here
Final cost is $0.99 each
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St. Ives Skin Care Lotion $3.50
Use $1.50 Rite Aid video values coupon (November)
Plus, use $1 coupon from 11/15 SS (regional coupon)
Final cost is $1.00
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Garnier Nutritioniste Products, buy one get one 50% off
Use the $5 & $1 Rite Aid Video values coupons
Plus, use$2.50 and/or $1 coupons from the 10/11, 11/8 or 12/6RP
Final cost is ??
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Magnum Razor $5.99
Use the $2 in-ad coupon
Plus, use $3/1 coupon from here
Final cost is $0.99
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Air Wick Mini Freshmatic or i-motion kits 50% off of $9.99 or $4.99
Use $5 coupon from 11/15 SS
Or the coupons available here
Final cost is  FREE
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Sudafed PE $6.99
Use $2 in-ad coupon
Use $2 coupon from 12/6 RP
Final cost is $2.99
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Osteo Bi-Flex Caplets Buy One Get One Free
Use 2 $7 coupons from 11/8 RP
Final cost is ??
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Revlon Cosmetics Buy One Get One Free
Use 2 $2 coupons from 11/15 SS
Final cost is ??
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Don’t forget to print your $5 off $25 purchase coupon here.
Also make sure to go here to view rite aid video values and earn store coupons, plus a $5 off $20 purchase which can be stacked with the $5 off $25!
New to Rite-Aid shopping, start here.

And Don’t forget to enter your receipts in The Gift of Savings Program!

New to CVS? Get Started Here!

Things You Need to Know…..
CVS can be an EXCELLENT store to score some really great deals…you just gotta play by the rules and every store has their own. My goal is to help guide you through the maize. I do weekly CVS matchups on my blog to help you maximize your savings. I give you money saving scenarios using the coupons available and all the tools below. Hopefully this information will get you started off on the right track! New CVS Ad.

Your first step is to get an Extracare Card

Visit your local CVS/pharmacy and get a FREE ExtraCare card at the store. Or you can sign up for an ExtraCare card when you create an online account. If you already have an account, sign in and go to the ExtraCare page, and follow the instructions to Get a Card now. Limit is one card per household. This is your passport to savings. Make sure your cashier always scans your card each time you make a purchase to ensure you receive your bucks!

Now that you have an ExtraCare Card and before you do any shopping always go to the coupon center kiosk (also a price scanner) and scan your card. Coupons will print out for you to use that day or anytime before the expiration date. Some CRT (Cash Register Tape) coupons everyone will receive while other CRT’s are customer specific. This way even if you aren’t able to print your coupons/rewards from home you can do it right in the store!

Now you’re ready to start earning Extra Care Bucks (ECB)
Extra Bucks are like free “CVS money” that customers can use to purchase almost any non-prescription item at CVS/pharmacy store or online. Extra Bucks are like CVS money in that you can use as many as you have in a single transaction in addition to any manufacturer or store coupons. You are not reimbursed the balance if you do not use the entire reward. However, they can be entered as less than their face value, for example if your total (before tax) comes to $1.97 and you have an ECB for $1.99 that you would like to use, and you don’t mind losing 2 cents of its value, the cashier will adjust the value to the balance due before tax.

Earn 2% back with every purchase in-store and online at CVS/pharmacy.
Earn 1 Extra Buck for every 2 prescriptions purchased in-store and online at CVS/pharmacy.
Every 3 months your Extra Bucks will print on your store register receipt, or visit CVS/pharmacy online to print your Extra Bucks.

CVS has launched a new extracare beauty club with several benefits to you:

• • • 10% off beauty shopping pass after enrollment
    • $5 ExtraBucks rewards for every $50 (before coupons) spent on qualifying beauty products
    • $3 ExtraBucks rewards on your birthday

Enroll here.

Your cashier scans the extracare beauty club tag they keep at the register so your purchases are counted towards this reward. Just make sure they do!

Green Bag Tag

CVS is offering another way to earn extra care bucks! It’s called the green bag tag and it retails for 99 cents and are usually located at the register. It includes a leaf shaped scanable card that attaches to your favorite reusable bag. Each time you visit CVS and bring your reusable bag, they will scan your Green Bag Tag. The 4th time they scan your tag, you will earn a $1 Extra Care Buck that will print on your receipt. Just remember to scan it each time because chances are the cashier is not going to remind you!
Here is the technical stuff:
To earn Extra bucks for a transaction in store, your Extra care card, green bag tag, and reusable bag must be presented w/ purchase at checkout. You have to have at least one item scanned before your green bag tag otherwise it will not take it. (I don’t know why it just is!) Limit of one green tag use/scan per day per household. Every 4th purchase your ECB will print at the bottom of your cash register receipt as a $1 coupon good for your next purchase. Extra bucks can be used until the expiration date shown on the coupon.

Using Coupons
I always recommend becoming familiar with a store’s policies, programs, rebates, promotions, etc. CVS has released a very clear CVS Coupon Policy addressing many coupon issues, including the use of internet coupons, store coupons, and BOGO (buy one get one) coupons. Print it and take it along with you in case you ever have a problem with a cashier or a manager.

Here are key points of the policy:

• • • CVS/pharmacy accepts one third-party manufacturer coupon and applicable CVS/pharmacy coupon(s) for the purchase of a single item, unless prohibited by either coupon offer
    • CVS/pharmacy accepts valid internet/print at home coupons containing a barcode.
    • In the event that any item’s price is less than the value of the coupon, CVS/pharmacy will accept the coupon only to the price of the item. CVS/pharmacy does not provide cash back in exchange for any coupons.
    • The coupon amount will be reduced if it exceeds the value of the item after other discounts or coupons are applied. (For example, a $5.00 coupon for a $4.99 item will result in a $4.99 coupon value).

Present your items in the correct order:

• • 1. ExtraCare card
    2. Scan merchandise
    3. Scan Green Bag Tag
    4. CVS total purchase coupons from email or kiosk (% off or a specific $ amount off, free offer emails, or $ off specific item cvs emailed coupon)
    5. CVS store coupons
    6. Manufacturer coupons
    7. Extra Bucks
    8. CVS Gift Card (always use this last otherwise you will not be able to use your ECB’s) or other form of payment

For questions or comments on anything CVS you can always contact CVS customer service.

Now that you have the basics to CVS shopping check out my CVS Deals to get your savings started!

Zantac150 24 ct or Zantac75 24 ct $8.99 = $8.99 in ECB (limit 1)
Use $1 coupon from the 11/15 SS or 10/18 SS or the $2 printable coupon here
Final cost is FREE + up to $2 profit
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Emergen C Immune Booster 12 pk $3.99 = $3.99  ECB (limit 1)
Final cost is FREE
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Crest Toothpaste Baking Soda/Peroxide, Cavity or Tartar Protection 2/$4.50 = $2.50 ECBs (limit 1)
Use 2 $0.75 coupons from the 11/29 PG
Final cost is $0.25 each
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Hormel Completes $2
Use the $2 coupon found in the October All You Magazine or the $1 coupon from 11/1 SS
Final cost is FREE (if using $2 Q)
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Campbell’s Select Harvest Healthy Request Soups 2/$4
Purchase 3 soups for a total of $6
Use the $1.50/3 printable coupon found here
Final Price is $1.50 each
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Campbell’s Chunky Soups 2/$4
Purchase 3 soups for a total of $6
Use the $1.50/3 printable coupon found here
Final Price is $1.50 each
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Gillette Shave Gel $1.99
Use the $1 coupon from CVS Flu Booklet
Plus use the $1 coupon from the 11/29 PG
Final cost is FREE
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Accu-Chek Compact Plus $14.99
Use the $14.99 Mail-in-Rebate (found in box)
Final cost is FREE after rebate
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Mars Singles Candy Bars (Snickers & Twix shown) 2/$1
Use the Buy 1 Get 1 Free coupon from the 11/15RP
Final cost is $0.25 each
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Essence of Beauty Bath and Body $4.99 = $4 ECB (limit 2)
Final cost is: $0.99
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Buy 3 Nestea Iced Tea or Dasani Water bottles=$1Ecb (limit 5)
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Promax Energy Bars 2/$3 with clip-free in-ad coupon
Use BOGO coupon from here (use zip code 15239)
Final cost is $0.75 each
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Welch’s Sparkling Juice 2/$6 with clip-free in-ad coupon
Use 2 $1.50 coupons from 11/15 SS
Final cost is $1.50 each
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Complete Multi-Purpose Contact Solution $9.99 = $9.99 ECB (limit 1)
Use $1 coupon from the 10/25 RP
Final cost is FREE + $1 profit
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Neosporin Lip Health $2.50 with clip-free in-ad coupon
Use the $3.00 printable coupon (no longer available)
Final cost is FREE
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Bayer Contour Meter $14.99 = $5 ECBs (limit 1)
Use $30 coupon from the 10/25 RP (will adjust coupon to $14.99)
Final cost is FREE + $5 profit
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Browse the latest CVS Ad.

Click here print your coupon for $5 off your $5 purchase at any Hallmark Crown store! Browse the latest Walgreens Weekly Ad where you can find more Hallmark deals.

Hershey’s Holiday Candy (Kisses, Bells, Minis 8-8.5 oz.) 2/$5 = $1RR
Try this: Buy 4 bags for a total of $10
Use the buy 3, get 1 FREE coupon from the 12/6 SS
Pay $7.50
Get back a $1RR
Final cost is $1.63 per bag

Or, try this: Buy 2 bags for a total of $5
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 12/6 SS
Pay $4.00
Get back $1RR
Final cost is $1.50 per bag
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Buy 3 – 12 packs of Coke Products (must include at least 1 diet coke 12 pk) for a total of $10=$2RR
Final cost is $2.67 per 12 pack
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Tropicana Orange Juices (59-64 oz.) 2/$6 = $1RR
Use 2 $1/1 coupons from here (good for Trop50)
Pay $4.00
Get back a $1RR
Final Cost is $1.50 per juice
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M&M’s premiums 6 oz $2.49 = $0.50RR
Get back a $0.50RR
Final Cost $1.99
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Motions Hair Care 3.5-13 oz. (Excludes Marula) 3/$10 = $5RR
Final cost $1.67 each!
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Buy $20 or more of Eucerin products = $8RR
Try this: Buy 1 Redness Relief Cleanser 1.7 oz-6.8 oz for $8
Buy 1 Redness Relief Night Creme or Lotion 1.7 oz for $13
Use the $5/2 coupon from here
Pay $16
Get back a $8RR
Final Cost is $4 each
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Schick Quattro Titanium or For Women Razor System or Intuition Plus Razor System $6.99 = $3RR
Use the $2/1 coupon from the 11/22 SS
Pay $4.99
Get back a $3RR
Final Cost is $1.99
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Colgate Dental Care
(360 Sonic Power Toothbrush, Kids’ Battery Operated Power Toothbrush or 2 pk. Kids’ Toothbrush) 2/$10 = $4RR
Use 2 $0.75/1 coupon from here
Final cost is $2.25 each
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Crest Whitestrips Premium 42 pack $29.99 = $5.50RR
Use the $5/1 coupon from the 11/29 PG
Pay $24.99
Get back a $5.50RR
Final Cost $19.49
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Miralax 30 Day dose 17.9 oz $18.99 = $3RR
Use $4 coupon from 12/6 SS
Pay $14.99
Get back a $3RR
Final Cost is $11.99
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Omeprazole Acid Reducer (Walgreens brand) 42 count $18.99 = $6RR
Final Cost is $12.99
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Triaminic products (14 pack Thin Strips, Liquid 4 oz or Decongestant Spray .67 oz) 2/$10 = $5RR
Try this: Buy 2 packs of thin strips for $10
Use 2 $3.00 coupons from the 12/6 SS (not available in my region-boo!) or use 2 $1.50 coupons here
Plus, use $2/1 coupon from the Walgreens Healthy Savings Booklet
(will deduct $4 for purchasing 2)
Pay $0 + tax
Get back a $5RR
Final Cost is FREE + $2 to $5 profit

Or, try this: Buy 2 liquid 4 oz for $10
Use 2 $2.00 coupons from the 12/6 SS (not available in my region-boo!) or use 2 $1.50 coupons here
Plus, use $2/1 coupon from the Walgreens Healthy Savings Booklet
(will deduct $4 for purchasing 2)
Pay $2.00
Get back a $5 RR
Final Cost is FREE + $2 to $3 profit
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Theraflu products (6 pk Vapor patch, 6 packets or 8.3 oz liquid) 2/$10 = $3RR
Use the 2 $2/1 coupons from here
Plus, use the $2/1 coupon from the Walgreens Healthy Savings Booklet
(will deduct $4 for purchasing 2)
If purchasing sugar free, use the $2/1 coupon from the Walgreens Diabetes & You Coupon Booklet
(will deduct $4 for purchasing 2)
Pay $0 + tax
Get back $3RR
Final Cost is FREE + $5 profit (if not purchasing sugar free you are still making a $1 profit!)
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Dulcolax Balance $7 = $4RR
Use $3/1 coupon found here (or use $3/1 coupon on the package)
Pay $4.00
Get back a $4RR
Then, submit for the $5 rebate found here
Final cost is FREE plus $5 profit after rebate!
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Nyquil/Dayquil 10oz $6.49 = $5RR when purchasing any 2
Use 2 $1.50/1 coupons from the 11/29 PG
Pay $9.98
Get back $5RR
Final cost is $2.49 each
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Oral B or Zooth Stages Toothbrush 4/$10 = $5RR
Use 2 $1/2 coupons from the 11/29 PG
Plus, use the $1 coupon from Walgreens Children’s activity & coloring book (will deduct $4)
Pay $4.00
Get back a $5RR
Final Cost is FREE + $1 profit
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Buy $10 or more of participating Nabisco Crackers (Wheat Thins, 10 oz., Ritz 16 oz., Triscuit, 9.5 oz.) priced at 2/$4 = $3RR
Buy 5 boxes of Nabsico Triscuits and/or Wheat Thins for $10
Use 5 $1/1 coupons from the 11/8 SS
Plus, use the $1/2 coupon from the Walgreens Diabetes and You coupon booklet (will deduct $2.50)
Pay $2.50
Get back a $3RR
Final Cost for all 5 boxes FREE + $0.50 profit
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Revlon Eye Tool $4.99
Use $1.00 coupon from 11/15 SS
Plus, use $3.00 coupon from The Walgreens December Coupon Booklet
Final Price is $0.99
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Toblerone Chocolate 2/$3
Use 2 $1 coupons from the 11/22SS
Plus, use the $1/2 coupon from the new Walgreens December Coupon Booklet
Final cost 2 bars for FREE!
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Bayer Contour or Breeze 2 Blood Glucose Meter $14.99
Use the $30 coupon from the 10/25 SS
(computer will adjust to $14.99 off)
Final Cost is FREE
THEN…submit for mail in rebate found in box to make a $14.99 profit
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Maybelline Cosmetics (excludes Pulse Mascara) Buy 1 Get 1 FREE
Try this: Buy 2 Maybelline New York Superstay Lip Color for $8.99 each
The sale is Buy 1 Get 1 Free (BOGO)
Use 2 $2/1 coupons from the 11/8 RP
Final cost is $2.50 each
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Buy ROC Multi-Correxion Exfoliating Cleanser $9.99–on sale for $5 off=$4.99
Use the $3/1 coupon from here
Final cost is $1.99
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Pert Plus Shampoo Plus Conditioner $1.99
Use the $1/1 coupon from the 10/18SS
Final cost is $0.99
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Finesse Hair Care $1.99
Use the $1/1 coupon from the 10/25RP
Final cost is $0.99
Then, submit for the $2 mail-in rebate (form found in 10/25RP) to make a $1.01 profit
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Chinet Paper Plates (10-25 pk.) buy one at $2.99, get one FREE with in ad coupon
Use 2 $1/1 coupons from the 11/22 SS or from here
Final Cost is $0.49 each
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Skippy Peanut Butter 16 oz 2/$3 with in-ad coupon
Use 2 $0.40/1 coupons from the 11/15 RP (value may vary by region)
Final Cost is $1.10 each
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Nestle Morsels 12 oz $1.99 with in-ad coupon
Use the $0.50/1 coupon from the 11/1 RP
Final Cost is $1.49
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Chex Mix $0.99
Use the $0.50/1 coupon from here or the $.50/1 chocolate chex mix coupon from the 10/25 SS
Final cost is $0.49
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V8 V-Fusion Juice 2/$5 with in-ad coupon
Use 2 $1/1 coupons here
Final Cost is $1.50 each
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Hefty One Zip Bags Buy one at $3.29 Get one Free
Use 2 $1/1 coupons from the 11/1 RP
Final cost is $0.65 each!
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Kleenex Facial Tissue Buy one at $2.19 Get one FREE
Use 2 $0.75/1 coupons from here (manufacturer coupon, not Kmart coupon)
Final cost is $0.35 each
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Airborne 10 ct Buy one at $6.99 Get one Free
Use 2 $1/1 coupons from the 12/6 SS
Plus, use the $0.50/1 coupon from the Walgreens Healthy Savings Booklet
(will deduct $1 for purchasing two)
Final Cost is $2 each
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Sudafed 10-48 count $3 off with in ad coupon
Prices starting at $5.99
Use the $2/1 coupon from the 10/4RP or 12/6RP
Final cost is as low as $0.99!
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Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats 8 pk $1.99
Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon from here
Final cost is $1.49 each
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Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes or Rice Krispies Cereal $1.99
Use the $5/4 coupon from here (manufacturer coupon – NOT Target coupon)
Final cost is $0.74 per box

Or use the $1/2 Rice Krispies cereal coupon from here
Or use the $1.50/3 Raisin Bran cereal coupon from here
Final Cost is $1.49 per box
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Excedrin Pain Relief 80 or 100 ct $6.99
Buy the 80 ct PM Express Gels (if included in sale)
Use the $4 off coupon from the Walgreens December Healthy Savings Booklet
Use the $1.50 coupon from 10/18 SS (expires 12/6)
Final cost is $1.49
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Mucinex Expectorant 40 count $19.99
Use the $4 in-ad coupon
Use the $1 coupon from the 10/11 SS
Final cost is $14.99
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Robistussin Cough or Cold Relief 8 oz or 10 pk to go starting at $5.99
Use $2.00 in-ad coupon
Use the $1.00 coupon from the 9/27 RP or the 11/15 RP
Final cost is $2.99
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Bic Comfort3 Advance or Soleil Disposable Razor Buy 1 at $5.99 get 1 FREE with in-ad coupon
Use 2 $2 coupons from 11/15 SS
Final cost is $.99 each
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Alka-Seltzer Plus 20 ct $4.99
Use $2 in-ad coupon
Use $1 coupon from the Walgreens Healthy Savings Coupon Booklet
Final cost is $1.99
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All Laundry Detergent 2/$7.00
Use 2 $2 coupons from the 12/6 RP
Final cost is $1.50 each
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Snuggle Fabric Softener 2/$7.00
Use 2 $2 coupons from the 12/6 RP
Final cost is $1.50 each
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Things You Need to Know…..
Rite Aid can be a GREAT store to score some really awesome deals…you just gotta play by the rules.  My goal is to help guide you through the maize.  I do weekly Rite Aid Weekly Ad matchups on my blog to help you maximize your savings.  I give you money saving scenarios using the coupons available and all the tools below.  Hopefully this information will get you started off on the right track!

Rite Aid Coupon Policy
I always recommend becoming familiar with a store’s policies, programs, rebates, promotions, etc.  Rite Aid has released a very clear Rite Aid Coupon Policy addressing many coupon issues, including the use of internet coupons, store coupons, and BOGO (buy one get one) coupons.  Print it and take it along with you in case you ever have a problem with a cashier or a manager.

So you are armed with the rules, now what?

Wellness+ Rewards Program
If you want to get the deals and benefit from the rewards you must sign up for the Wellness+ Rewards Program.  It is really simple and totally FREE.  Once you sign up online or in your local store you will be able to print a temporary card right away and start shopping right away! A permanent card will be mailed to you.  If you forget your card you can always just give them your phone number when checking out.

After you sign up, you’ll be able to print a $5 off $25 purchase Q, plus 50 bonus Q’s by email.  They also release extra Q’s each week.  Make sure you swipe your card or give them your phone number each time you shop.  Your Wellness+ coupons are store coupons that can be stacked with a manufacturer coupon for even more savings.  Typically they are not brand specific.  Limits vary and are not advertised.

Here’s how you earn:
Earn 1 point for every dollar you spend on nonprescription purchases
Earn 25 points for every prescription you purchase

Here are the rewards you’ll get:
For every 125 points (up to 375) – one-time, 10% off shopping pass
500 points – 10% off all non-prescription points purchases everyday
500 points – free health screenings
1000 points – 20% off all non-prescription points purchases everyday

Here are some everyday benefits you’ll enjoy:
Members-only sale pricing throughout the sore
10% of Rite-Aid brand products everyday
24/7 exclusive access to a pharmacist when you call 1-800-Riteaid

+Up Rewards
Look for +Up Reward items (pronounced “plus up”) throughout the circular.  Use your Wellness+ card when purchasing these items each week and you’ll receive valuable coupons printed at the bottom of your receipt to use on your next purchase for mostly everything in the store!  The first kind of reward is earned by purchasing specific qualifying items, such as purchase two secret deodorants for $3 each, receive $2 +Up reward.  You can use these coupons to bring down your total OOP after coupons. The other kind of +up rewards that print on your receipt are just generic dollar off coupons, such as $1 off $10 or more shaving accessory purchase, in which case you would have to purchase $10 of shaving accessories to use the coupon.

Oldies but goodies…..

Single Check Rebate 

There is another money saving program Rite Aid offers!  SCR stands for Single Check Rebate, Rite Aid’s monthly rewards/rebate program. Just register here and you can immediately start participating. Each month Rite Aid publishes a booklet that highlights the monthly deals.

Throughout the month as you make purchases, enter your receipt information on the website,
or keep an envelope for mail submissions. At the end of the month, request your rebate by clicking the “request rebate” button. DO NOT request the rebate if you are planning to make any more rebate purchases that month, as you are only allowed one submission per month.  You can either cash these checks or use them to pay for your next purchase at Rite Aid.

Check the limitations for the items you are expecting rebates on. Most of the SCR rebates are limited to one item per household. Also, you’ll want to take note of the rebate dates. Many of the rebates are valid for just a week and not the entire month. Also sometimes an SCR cycle straddles two months.

If you have a coupon for an item that is free after rebate (FAR) then definitely use it. You will get the full purchase price back. If you use a coupon for that item, you’ve just made a profit!

Video Values
Want to save more?  Sign up for a new Video Values account and earn valuable coupons you won’t find anywhere else.  Just view 1-2 minute videos advertising different products and earn coupons for the products you have just viewed.  These are Rite Aid coupons and can be combined with In-ad coupons and/or manufacturer coupons.  Once you’ve hit 20 credits, you can print a “bonus coupon” for $4 off a $20 purchase.  Video value coupons are Rite Aid store coupons and can be stacked with manufacturer coupons.  These are limit one each per customer.

Total Purchase Coupons
Many times Rite Aid will offer $$ off total purchase coupons such as $5 off $20, $5 off $25, or even $3 off $15 purchase.  You must reach the total purchase amount in order to redeem these coupons.  Rite Aid total purchase coupons are awesome to have because they are applied BEFORE store and manufacturer coupons and can significantly lower your OOP (out of pocket) expense.  These are limit one each per customer.

Now that you have the basics to Rite Aid shopping check out my Rite Aid Deals to get your savings started! Browse the latest Rite Aid Ad.

Things You Need to Know…..
Walgreens can be difficult to get the hang of at first, but once you understand the “rules” you can really get come awesome deals there. I made my fair share of mistakes in the beginning, but I have to say it’s definitely my FAVORITE store! There are some things you should familiarize yourself with before you enter a Walgreens. I do weekly Walgreens deal matchups to help you maximize your savings. I give you money saving scenarios using the coupons available and all the tools below. Hopefully this information will get you started off on the right track!
Walgreens Coupon Policy
I always recommend becoming familiar with a store’s policies, programs, rebates, promotions, etc. Walgreens has released a very clear Walgreens Corporate Coupon Policy addressing many coupon issues, including the use of internet coupons, store coupons, and BOGO (buy one get one) coupons. Print it and take it along with you in case you ever have a problem with a cashier or a manager.
What are Register Rewards?
Register Rewards (RR) are Walgreens specific coupons that print from the Catalina machine (white box next to register) after you make a qualifying purchase and can only be used at Walgreens. Register Rewards are actually coupons given by the manufacturers of the qualifying products. Most RRs are “On Your Next Order” (OYNO) which can be used like a coupon on your next order. (Sometimes you may receive a Catalina for $ off a particular item or an advertisement for an RR deal.)
Earning Register Rewards
Register Rewards will only print for in-stock eligible product (no substitutions) during the promotional period. There is a limit of one Register Reward (RR) printed per offer per customer per transaction.
If you complete more than one register rewards deal in one transaction, one reward for each different RR deal should print, but you will not receive more than one RR for the same deal. You may have to split your order to receive multiple rewards, if not limited by your store.
If you purchased the right items and didn’t get RR, you can return the items on the spot or call the Catalina Company @ 888-322-3814. Have your receipt in front of you, they need some info from it, and they’ll be able to see if the machine was working and if you bought the right products. It does tend to take a few minutes for the call, and then you have to wait to get the RR, which takes 6 – 8 weeks.
Redeeming Register Rewards
Generally, you can use your RR like cash on your next purchase, but of course there are exceptions: Prescriptions, Tobacco products, Alcoholic beverages, Dairy products, Lottery tickets, Money orders/transfers, Transportation passes, Special event/entertainment tickets or passes, Postage stamps, Gift cards/phone cards/prepaid/Green Dot cards, Prescription Savings Club memberships, Health care services, including immunizations, and any items prohibited by law.
The number of manufacturer coupons, including Register Rewards manufacturer coupons, may not exceed the number of items in the transaction. The total value of the coupons may not exceed the value of the transaction. Sales tax must be paid, if required by state law. This is called coupon to item ratio.
As long as you are buying as many items as you have RR & manufacturer coupons, you should be able to use more than one RR without exceeding the total. Store coupons do not affect how many manufacturer and RR’s you can use. If you don’t have enough items, grab something for a quarter or less and use your RR for that item. The amount doesn’t matter.
You cannot “roll” RR’s into the same deal 99% of the time. For example, if you use an RR from Kellogg’s to purchase more Kellogg’s items; you will NOT get another RR. The best way to “roll” is to use your Kellogg’s RR to complete a different RR deal. You can then use the RRs from the 2nd deal, to purchase more Kellogg’s.
About Using Coupons
When purchasing a single item, Walgreens accepts one manufacturer coupon and applicable Walgreens coupon(s) for the purchase of a single item, unless prohibited by either coupon offer. The registers will not accept more manufacturer coupons/RR than items, so if want to use RR, but already have a manufacturer’s coupon for each item, you can add a small “filler” item for each RR. Use the cheapest items you can find (single pencils are good).
The coupon amount must be reduced if it exceeds the value of the item after other discounts or coupons are applied. (For example, a $2.00 coupon for a $1.99 item will be reduced to a $1.99 coupon value).
When purchasing multiple items, Walgreens accepts multiple identical coupons for multiple qualifying items as long as there is sufficient stock and management limits.
BOGO FREE Coupons
When items are featured in a BOGO FREE promotion, up to two coupons can be used against the items being purchased, as long as the net price does not go below zero for the items being purchased. Sales tax must be paid for any BOGO Free coupon offers, if required by applicable state laws.
Walgreens computers are programmed not to accept coupons for an item if the coupon is over the price of the item. In order to reduce problems at the checkout present your items in the following order:
1. Scan merchandise
2. Total Purchase Coupons
3. Register Rewards
4. BOGO FREE Manufacturer Coupons
5. Regular Manufacturer Coupons
6. Walgreens Store Coupons
This order is the opposite of other stores but there are good reasons for it. One, because Register Rewards are really manufacturer coupons the register will reject them if you have already used a coupon from that manufacturer. So if you have a higher valued register reward, it’s better to use a higher valued reward as opposed to a smaller value printed/paper manufacturer coupon. Secondly, your cashier will usually want to scan the Walgreens store coupons first but keep them tucked away until the end because the Walgreens store coupons alter the price of the item rather than actually taking money off so you want the register to think the item is full price when you use your manufacturer coupon. Cashier will sometimes keep the store coupon next to the register so keep an eye out.
This is just a guideline and so if a store coupon gets scanned first it won’t be the end of the world.
Additional info
Walgreens puts out at one coupon booklet per month. It can be found at the beginning of each month near the front door where you pick up the weekly ad. The coupons contained within are called Instant Value Coupons (IVC). They also put out a few extra coupon booklets throughout the year. Many of these you have to request at the Pharmacy.
Keep in mind that you can stack Walgreens coupons with Walgreens coupons as long as they have different bar codes. Check out this post to prove it.
Now that you have the basics to Walgreens shopping check out my Walgreens Deals to get your savings started! Browse Walgreens Ad.

Right now at Rite Aid, you can earn up to $20 back in a Rite Aid Gift Certificate on almost everything you buy.

•Spend $25-50, get $5 back

•Spend $51-100, get $10 back

•Spend over $100, get $20 back

Save all your receipts for qualifying purchases from November 22 through December 24. Enter them here to receive your certificate.

Walgreens will have a new a mid-week ad available every week until Christmas…featuring new great new sales and Register Reward deals that will make for a few free items!

Register Reward Deals

M&M’s 2/$5=$1RR (on 2)

Use the $1/2 coupon from here or here

Use the $1/2 coupon from Walgreens December coupon booklet

Final cost ONLY $1 per bag!

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Coke 2 Liters $4.50/3=$2.50RR (on 3)

(Must buy 1 Diet Coke)

Final cost just $0.67 per 2 liter!

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Complete Multipurpose Solution $7.99=$8RR

Use the $1/1 coupon from the 10/25RP

Final cost FREE + a $1 moneymaker!

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Dentek Floss Picks (35-90ct) or Floss (55yd) $1.99=$2RR

Use the $1/1 coupon from the 10/11SS or here

Final cost FREE + a $1 moneymaker!

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Goody Ouchless hair Accessories $2=$2RR

Final cost FREE!

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Natrol Acai $4=$4RR

Use the $3/1 coupon from here

Final cost FREE + a $3 moneymaker!

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Quilted Nothern Toilet Tissue (9-rolls) $4.29=$1RR

Use the $1/1 coupon from here

Final cost $2.29!

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Soft & beautiful Botanicals $5=$5RR

Final cost FREE!

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Ricola Cough Drops (19-24ct) $0.99

Use the $0.50/1 coupon from the Walgreens Diabetes & You Coupon Booklet
Use the $0.50/1 coupon from the Walgreens Healty Savings Coupon Booklet
Final cost FREE! (unlimited)

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Big Roll Bathroom Tissue, 2/$1 with in ad coupon

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Deerfield Farm Cheese, 2/$3 with in ad coupon

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Sunkist 2 liter $1 with in ad coupon

Use the $1/2 coupon from the 11/15SS

Final cost just $0.50 per 2 liter!

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