organizing your coupons - the box method - slideshow

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This method of organizing your coupons is

similar to the coupon binder method but

instead of using a coupon binder, you use a

box system to categorize and file your

coupons. Unlike a binder, you will not be

able to flip through the pages of coupons

so this method is preferable for couponers

who collect less than 30 coupons per week.


You can use just about any type of box you can get your hands on. Some couponers even use briefcases as a replacement for a box.

You will need file folders to separate the different categories of coupons. You can use a number of different materials to divide your coupon categories from envelopes to index card file folders.


With this system, the type of box you use will affect the price. Using a box you

already have in the house is going to save you money but you can buy coupon boxes

made just for coupons. With regards to the file dividers, those should not set you back more than a few dollars. Overall, getting

your coupon box set up should not cost you more than $40 even if you do decide to buy

a deluxe coupon box.


You will first need to decide how you are

going to organize your coupons. You can

divide the coupons up into common grocery

groupings or use an alphabetical structure.

Once you have decided which system to

use, you then need to create your file

dividers, clip the coupons that you have

and file them in the categories they

belong.


: Use this

category to store any really great deals

that you don’t want to let expire.

Place it in the front of the box so you

will be reminded of the hot deals every

time you open the box.


: This is a

great place to store all the coupons that

are only valid at certain stores.


: With this method, it is not

easy to see what coupons you have. To

keep track of what coupons you have,

try setting up a spread sheet that lists

all your coupons and keep it updated.


: To make sure your

coupon box is up-to-date, set time aside

each week to throw out all expired

coupons, clip your new coupons and file

them. Failing to do this consistently

will make it much harder to do when

you finally get around to it.


: Try and

choose a box that has a lid that can be

closed tightly. The last thing you need

is to drop the box and have your

coupons fly everywhere. A tight fitting

lid will ensure your coupons stay

organized even when you are carting

the box to the store and back.


For the couponer who likes to save money

but does not have a lot of time to

, the coupon box

method is a great choice.


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