I have definitely inherited the Bargain Hunting Gene from my grandma. She was a master at it. She had to be with feeding 8 kids, a husband and numerous pets! With the economy we face today I am extremely grateful I am able to follow in her ways.
I've been reading a host of frugal blogs lately, and one thing that really amazed me were the deals all these people were able to get at CVS. So earlier this week I decided to give it a shot. Here's what I was able to come away with:
3 Speed Stick Deodorants
1 Maybelliene Superstay LipGloss
3 Colgate Total Toothpastes
1 LypSyl lipbalm (which is my new favorite!)
Subtotal: 26.92
Coupons: 11.00
Total with tax: 17.12
But, with the CVS Extra Care Bucks program I made back $23.95! So in actuality CVS paid me $6.83 to take these items home. Yes, I will be using all these products I'm buying. It is a common trap for people to snip coupons for things that they will never use. With the budget I maintain I'm VERY careful not to buy any items like this.
If you're interested in trying out this little CVS game of shopping check out CVS 101 at Moneysavingmom for a wonderful explanation of the basics!
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Your first time at CVS! You did a fantastic job!
WOW!!! AMAZING!!!
I haven't been initiated yet but I am so excited to go and give it a try.
You did a great job for your first time.
I will agree with you that when sticking to a budget you have to be careful that you don't fall into the trap of buying things that you are not going to use. It is just good $$ that has been wasted. :)
Great job!! You'll be a CVS superstar in no time.
For more help putting scenarios together or to just see what other people might be doing ahead of time, check out my blog!
www.thecentsiblesawyer.blogspot.com
Good Luck
Denise
The "Cent"sible Sawyer
Great job!
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