We’ve recently talked about coupons and how they’ve become a national sensation – from reality shows about extreme couponing to daily deals all over the web. In fact, along with the daily deals, there are coupons that you can get on your mobile phone and take to the store. When we traditionally think of coupons, we think of getting newspapers in the mail, cutting out the coupons that we need, and then bringing them to the store, and throwing the newspapers in the recycling bin. But now that you can get coupons on your phone, does that make them more eco-friendly?
Mobile coupons are useful for people who don’t forget their phones on the way out the door. Some of us who have so much going on in our heads usually tend to forget about the coupons as we head out the door, which can be a pain. But if you always have your phone on you wherever you go, and with all the smartphone apps out there, you can find the coupons you need without the paper mess. If you just buy the paper for the coupons, you don’t even have to buy the paper anymore!
There are even mobile coupon apps out there that let you build a shopping list around what coupons you want to use. And you know how big we are about using a shopping list before you head out the door! Not only will you stick to your list, you’ll be able to save on everything you need without wasting paper or wasting your budget.
Another plus for mobile coupons is that they’re targeted for single stores, making driving less of an issue. Even some of the locally-owned markets have websites where you can download coupons onto your phone and they will swipe it at checkout. You can also locate the closest deals to your location using the GPS system on your phone. If you have a loyalty card for a grocery store, you can double up your savings!
Just like anything involving your budget, make sure you keep on the lookout for what you need every week, and make sure the coupons you’re going to use will go to groceries that will be put to use. Your fridge and your wallet will thank you!
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