Food coupons (again)!
Dimitri said...
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> "Andy" <q> wrote in message ...
>> Food coupons (again)!
>>
>> From what I recall, use the coupon to buy the smallest of the offer to
>> save
>> the most.
>>
>> What say you?
>>
>> Andy
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> The use of coupons is a complicated matter. On the surface is seems
> logical to use a dollar coupon against the smallest package. However
> because of the cost per ounce factor with smaller packages quite often
> the larger size may be a better value.
>
> So here's how to figure as example: Best foods Mayo
>
> 30 ounces for 3.50 less $1.00 = $2.50 or 8.3333 cents per ounce.
> 18 ounce squeeze for 3.87 less 1.00 = 2.87 or 15.9 cents per ounce.
>
> The other point is Save your coupons and know your prices - more often
> than not the first coupon week is the highest price. The super market
> companies know in advance about the coupons and they need to protect
> their profit.
>
> A few weeks ago there was a $1.00 off coupon tor 12 ounce Kraft singles
> of American cheese. I saved it. Last week there was an 8 hour sale at
> Albertsons Kraft 12 oz American was 2 for $3.00 A GREAT price. I used
> the $1.00 coupon so the net price ended up $1.00 per 12 ounce package.
>
> So never buy something just because you have a coupon.
> Know the regular & sale price of your basics.
> Use the coupon when it gives you the best value on a cost per unit/ounce
> basis.
> Be weary of the first week the coupon is issued.
> If you need carry a calculator & take your time.
> Hit the frozen food case LAST.
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