Couponing 101: Coupon Etiquette

In today's class we will discuss being able to be an effective couponer through the use of Coupon Etiquette. Your mama always told you to be polite and that it will go a long way and the same can be said about couponing. When you are polite and respectful to your cashier and management you will typically be able to resolve questions and issues they may have with regards to coupons. This has happened several times to myself over the recent years. Here are some tips of how to show proper coupon etiquette.

• Have your coupons organized prior to handing over to the cashier
• Have ALL FREE coupons such as BOGO FREE ones together
• DON'T BE FRAUDULENT, Only Use Coupons for What You Have
• Don't ABUSE the use of Competitor's coupons to keep it alive and going. Some stores limit the number of competitor's coupons you may use while others don't. For those that don't, be careful not to over use. When stores accept competitor coupons they are providing the loss in revenue from themselves. There is no reimbursement from the competitor. It is great when competitor coupons are usable as it adds to our savings so lets keep the savings around and be cautious and wise to using competitor coupons.
• Smile, Be Positive and Kind to your Cashier, Store Employees and Management, IT IS KEY.(Remember our past lesson: Feel Good About Couponing)

Use these tips and I know your couponing experience will be smoother and easier.