Planning: The Basics

• Budget: Have one.
• Use coupons. Where to find coupons?
  Sunday paper has coupon inserts
  Internet printable coupons from various sources
  “Blinkies” coupon machines/holders in-store next to product.
  Catalinas – printed at register; typically good on your next order
• Organize your coupons: Clip, whole inserts or combo.
• Set Target Prices for items you buy regularly or start a Price Book
• Weekly sale ads: Most store ads and coupon inserts are in the Sunday paper for a Sunday-Saturday sales cycle. Most grocery ads are in the Tuesday paper for a Wednesday-Tuesday sales cycle.
• Meal Planning: Create a list of common meals / foods your family eats
• Make a grocery list based on the sale ads and your meal plan. Then stick to it!