Coupon in an orderly fashion

To answer the question, “Is there an order I should be using my coupons in?” I would absolutely say Yes.

There is an order to using your coupons that will maximize your savings.

First, use your $/$$ coupons. These would be any store coupons that say $5/$25 or something like a Dominick’s (or Safeway store) Super Coupon where you have to meet a minimum balance in order to use your coupon.

Next, you will use your manufacturer’s coupons. These all say manufacturer’s coupon at the top and are for a set dollar amount off an item (or B1G1 or the like).

Last, you will use your in store ad/ECB coupons. Dominick’s super coupons don’t go in this category because of the minimum requirement to use them. This category of coupon would include the in-ad coupons from Walgreens or your ECB which count as “dollars.” You can find an example of this in my CVS post here.

Using your coupons in this order will help maximize your savings and save you from the dreaded register “we want to reject your coupon” beep.