This is a very helpful explanation of how the ExtraBucks program works at CVS from two ladies called the DoubleSavingsDivas. I have mentioned this program, too, but not nearly as interesting than how a video does it.
The tactics mentioned are tried and true and I have used some of these, except that I try not to make people wait in line. Definitely look for the bar code scanning kiosk at the store to see what pops out when you scan your ExtraCare Card, though.
I will continue to post a few more relevant videos. The great thing about YouTube is that all subjects are covered, and one can learn just about anything for free.
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Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Monday, April 05, 2010
Don’t forget the in the-store coupons as well
Since most coupon hunting takes place either in the Sunday newspaper, or increasingly on-line (hint: search for "printable coupons"), a possibly overlooked hiding spot for valuable money savings is at the grocery store, supermarket, or drug store itself. Specifically, CVS offers a handy, dual-function kiosk that serves as a price checker and a coupon dispenser. As much fun as it is to scan my ExtraCare card, I never have scanned an item, you know, “to double check” the price. Perhaps I should.
Most of the time I have tried to use the kiosk for coupons I have been disappointed. $1.50 off tampons or something I clearly do not need. Lamenting at the waste of paper (one would think that CVS might want to give the option to print the coupon out or not), I am usually discouraged. However, lately I have had a stroke of luck. Not only has the coupon machine been working, but also it provided valuable savings that I used at the same store visit. The first was the ExtraBucks that I was eligible for based on winter spending. I did not realize you could print them out there, too. And, the second was for $1 off paper products and I happened to be buying paper towels that night.
What is cool about CVS, at some locations, is the ability to do self-check out. Sometimes it is slower than waiting in line, particularly if the machine jams up for whatever reason, but I have had success by and large. And, don’t worry about not being able to use CVS coupons during self-check out, one can still scan those, too.
Long-time readers know that I love CVS and always feel like I got a good deal for my money. You should, too.
Most of the time I have tried to use the kiosk for coupons I have been disappointed. $1.50 off tampons or something I clearly do not need. Lamenting at the waste of paper (one would think that CVS might want to give the option to print the coupon out or not), I am usually discouraged. However, lately I have had a stroke of luck. Not only has the coupon machine been working, but also it provided valuable savings that I used at the same store visit. The first was the ExtraBucks that I was eligible for based on winter spending. I did not realize you could print them out there, too. And, the second was for $1 off paper products and I happened to be buying paper towels that night.
What is cool about CVS, at some locations, is the ability to do self-check out. Sometimes it is slower than waiting in line, particularly if the machine jams up for whatever reason, but I have had success by and large. And, don’t worry about not being able to use CVS coupons during self-check out, one can still scan those, too.
Long-time readers know that I love CVS and always feel like I got a good deal for my money. You should, too.
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