Ultimate Couponing I

Grocery and household items are one of the largest expenses a family has.  Ironically, they are also the easiest to cut.  While there are many different approaches to cutting your grocery and household items budget, couponing will save you the most.  With just a couple of hours per week, you can easily cut 50%-90% off of your weekly spending.

When coupons are used properly, you can expect to easily cut your grocery bill.  Even if you've tried couponing before with little success, I encourage you to try the GTS methods.  Many have said that time is too tight to waste it to save a few dollars.  This class will teach you the easiest and quickest way to save more than a few dollars.  Instead of working extra hours or doing without, why not stretch what you already have?

Couponing also allows families on limited incomes to have an excess of products to donate to local charities on a regular basis.  Some of the charities and organizations currently being sponsored by GTS members are: Mission Nutrition, local food banks, People Helping People, animal shelters, and senior centers.  More detailed information on these organizations coming soon!

In this class we will cover:

• the different types of coupons available
• how to find coupons with the highest value
• where to get coupons for items you actually use
• basic coupon terminology
• organization methods
• individual store's coupon policies
• using these policies to your advantage
• combining coupons to maximize savings
• the science of matching coupons to store sales
• obtaining items for free or nearly free
• how to stockpile items to cut back on trips to the store
• charitable donations
• how to calculate your savings
• your rights as a couponer
• how to read the fine print on coupons
• why coupons are issued
• exactly why some stores love coupons

Ultimate Couponing II

(This class is only available to those who have completed Ultimate Couponing I)

Ultimate Couponing II is structured as a round table type discussion.  These classes are kept small, with a maximum of 15 students.  Each class is individualized, focusing on what the students would like to learn.  Please notify your instructor in advance if you have any specifics you would like to see addressed.

Ideas for Ultimate Couponing II discussion:

• in-depth look at store policies and other perks of loyalty shopping
• how to obtain cash back on purchases
• drugstore shopping
• cash back, rebates, limits, and how to roll your savings
• the art of rebates and additional in store savings
• stockpiling
• donating to charities
• scheduling and cycling of sales
• ethics of couponing
• review and ask questions that have arisen regarding the Ultimate Couponing I course

Online and Retail Shopping

(emphasis on Christmas shopping from June-December)

So much money is spent on basic purchases.  A few minutes research can save you hundreds of dollars on a large purchase.  You can also save 40%-90% off retail on just about anything!  Own that LCD TV you've had your eye on, or pick up extra toys for the kids.  Even purchase your clothing for up to 90% off.  These items are not rejects, salvage, or even out of season.

Make your child's Christmas morning a dream come true.  Last year, I purchased over $2,800 worth of toys for my kids for less than $350.  Be the hit of the party by giving great, expensive gifts for less than you would have spent at the dollar store. 

This class will cover:

• how to save money on specific items
• electronics deals
• discounted furniture
• to use the internet to scour for the best deals
• earning cash on internet purchases
• tracking your savings
• the clearance and mark down schedules of many department stores
• how to give more gifts than you ever imagined for less than half of your budget
• the best shopping tactics for Black Friday
• how to get Black Friday prices before and after Black Friday, from the comfort of your own home

Sensible Living

The Sensible Living course was created to cover all of the miscellaneous information I have stored over the years.  It is my current favorite to teach.  I love watching the excitement in the students faces as they realize there are easy and fun ways to make extra cash, win prizes, and gain control of their finances.

With scams running rampant, people are rightfully skeptical when it comes to online earning.  We have personally researched every piece of information that will be presented and will attest that all are legitimate resources.

The internet has created thousands of opportunities to supplement your income.  The resources are available, and we am presenting them to you.  With this class, you should have no worries about internet scams, as we've weeded out the bad and emphasize the awesome.

This class will cover:

• making a little extra money reading emails or taking surveys
• how to win those pesky sweepstakes offered on many items
• How to obtain some great freebies and samples, the legitimate way
• Mystery Shopping
• Work at home jobs
• Money saving tips
• Much, Much More