Wednesday, December 22, 2010

So you gathered your coupons and signed up for those sites...

Now what?

Well you have your coupons (a constant work in progress) AND you signed up for all those sites your next step is space. I would find a spot that can hold your stockpile as it comes in. Remember in the beginning the stockpile will be small enough to fit anywhere. As you stock it, it will grow! Do you have a basement, closet or corner that you can use to house your stuff in a neat and orderly manner so you can find it as you need it? Do you have shelves or do you need them? Thinking of these things now will give you peace of mind later.
I personally have a pantry area where my food is stored. I have an overfilled spice cabinet, lol. I also have a personal item pantry like area where our other stuff goes.

You can also start gathering your information. Get prices and sales prices. Learn the sales cycles. If Hellmans Mayo goes on sale every four months, I know to get 4 months worth. Keep on gathering your coupons too. Write a company every day and tell them what you think. Sign up for coupons online.

Finally, start looking for your deals. If the ketchup you use is on sale for $.50 and you have coupons stock up. If you can turn buying your favorite shampoo in to a money maker or really cheap buy, stock up.  Sales wise, things seem a little slow to me but it should really pick up after the holidays. Save up for those after Christmas sales and you can score really cheap birthday, Easter or just because presents (your gift stockpile).

What kind of tips do y'all have for someone just getting started?

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