As I have evolved from occasionally using coupons to being a coupon maniac, my system of organizing has also evolved. Here are a few things I have learned along the way:
- Couponing is not for everyone. Despite how awesome I think using coupons is, not everyone shares my excitement and that is okay.
- Find a container to hold your coupons. For me, this means several containers. I have the plastic accordion file that I carry to the store. I clip any coupons that I know I will most likely use or frequently go on sale and put them in the file right away. I also have a bin where any other coupons collect that I can always hide away somewhere.
- File those coupons. The filing process can be different for each person. I have found some folks who prefer to organize their coupons by types, by expiration dates, or by grocery store aisles. I like to organize alphabetically.
- Don't forget to sort through them and recycle the expired coupons. Proctor & Gamble makes it easy. Their coupons expire the last day of each month.
- Write the date on the front of the insert. This tip has taken me a long time to finally embrace. I do not clip all the coupons out and hold on to the whole insert, so by having the date on it, if I find a tip on a couponing blog I can find the specific insert. Enjoy!
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