Realistic Couponing Vs. Extreme Couponing
Aimee,
I get a few emails every day with the same question and complaints.
Unfortunately, that show has given people unrealistic expectations for couponing and given most couponers unfair representation.
Don’t expect to get 90% savings. Remember – it’s a TV show, not real life.
Many stores that you see on the show have allowed these people to coupon limitlessly. But they do impose limits on everyone else.
50% saving is pretty good, and that means that you’re a good couponer.
Doing more than that will require some extreme measures. Are you willing to do dumpster diving? Are you ready to Stockpile for 4 years? And how does investing 60+ hours a week sounds like?
I’m not sure it’s worth the effort…
With that in mind – if you want to improve your couponing skills then you may find this site, and especially the Smart Coupon Strategy very helpful.