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Q: How can I build my coupon inventory?
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Do Not Waste Money Buying Coupon Books
When I first started on the Internet looking for coupons, I ran across numerous sites promoting coupon books for prices ranging from free to $24.95. These books promise to let you choose your coupons and for a SASE and a nominal handling fee each time they will send you $10 or so of your allotted coupons.
The problem is their lists are limited (not updated often) and you have to choose 35-40 brands/items of the coupons you think you will need. No guarantees that you will really get what you have selected at the beginning of your list. It's truly better to trade directly with someone who has the coupons you need or to pay a small handling fee for the individual coupons you desire.
Trading Helps
Are you brand loyal? Do you only use particular products? Tired of only getting 1 coupon for your favorite items in the coupon section when you really need 4 or 5?
Then why not try trading with local friends and relatives. I have gotten many extras that I needed this way.
No one local? Try some of the internet trade boards, like www.mycoupons.com and their coupon/rebate swap board. A wealth of information can be found there.
Need More? Another Idea.
Are you in need of more coupons? I know of quite a few people who visit the local recycling center for coupons. If you ask in advance many times you will be allowed to look through to find coupon inserts.
If you have a community recycling bin you can check there as well, although I don't recommend "dumpster diving" because of safety concerns.
Acquiring Coupons To Trade
Do you need more coupons to trade?
Go no further than your local grocery store. Many stores have the SmartSource coupon dispensers located throughout the store. Pick up a few extras of each and you will build an inventory of coupons to trade in a very short time.
