Beginner’s guide to online couponing

This post comes from Kyle James at partner site U.S. News World Report.

Couponing has always been a key ingredient when it comes to saving money on purchases.

However, coupon strategies have shifted dramatically in recent years. With the popularity of online shopping, you’re no longer required to spend hours clipping coupons from Sunday newspaper. Online coupons allow you to save without leaving your home computer — and eliminate the time required to clip and redeem traditional coupon offers.

Here are the basics on the various types of online coupons and where to find them:

 
Coupon codes. The first type of online coupon is also the most popular; they’re called “coupon codes” and are offered by 75% of online retailers to encourage spending and brand loyalty. The most popular coupon codes offer free shipping or a flat percentage off your order total (with no minimum purchase required).

You simply type the code into the designated box when checking out at the retailer’s website. The box might also be titled promotional code, discount code or online coupon key and is typically found on the payment or billing page. You never want to enter your credit card information or finalize your purchase until you are sure your coupon code has been accepted. Otherwise, it can be difficult to go back and try get your discount if the code was entered incorrectly or has expired.

Embedded coupon offers. The next type of online coupon is an embedded coupon, which does not have a code attached to it. These are often included in a retailer’s free newsletter, which you have to subscribe to. Simply click on the offer and it takes you to the retailer’s website, where the discount is automatically applied to your purchase.

Remember to verify your discount went through and read the fine print with these offers, since they sometimes exclude certain brands or clearance items.

Site-wide promotions. These promotions are fairly self-explanatory and include things like “Spring Sale: Save up to 55% off your online purchase.” There’s no coupon code required.

The key, though, to banking significant online savings is combining a coupon code with a site-wide promotion. You can save upwards of 80% off your purchase and often get free shipping included.

Where to find online coupons. An Internet search engine, naturally, is a good starting point. Simply type in the store name, plus the word coupons, and you’ll likely discover coupon websites that update regularly and test coupon codes before adding them. Bookmark the good sites and remember to check them before you finalize your online purchase.

If you have a few favorite retailers, sign up for their free newsletter, follow them on Twitter and “like” their page on Facebook, as these outlets are another way to monitor for great coupons. 

Mobile apps. Some coupon aggregators have free apps that can get you online coupons, as well as in-store coupons directly on your phone. For an in-store coupon, as the cashier simply scans the barcode on your phone and the savings are applied instantly.

Popular stores offering in-store coupons on smartphone apps include Old Navy, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Home Depot, Lands’ End, Payless Shoes and Toys R Us.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Online Couponing

Kyle James

Couponing has always been a key ingredient when it comes to saving money on purchases. However, coupon strategies have shifted dramatically in recent years. With the popularity of online shopping, you’re no longer required to spend hours clipping coupons from Sunday newspaper. Online coupons allow you to save without leaving your home computer—and eliminate the time required to clip and redeem traditional coupon offers. Here are the basics on the various types of online coupons and where to find them:

Coupon codes. The first type of online coupon is also the most popular; they’re called “coupon codes” and are offered by 75 percent of online retailers to encourage spending and brand loyalty. The most popular coupon codes offer free shipping or a flat percentage off your order total (with no minimum purchase required).

You simply type the code into the designated box when checking out at the retailer’s website. The box might also be titled promotional code, discount code or online coupon key and is typically found on the payment or billing page. You never want to enter your credit card information or finalize your purchase until you are sure your coupon code has been accepted. Otherwise, it can be difficult to go back and try get your discount if the code was entered incorrectly or has expired.

Embedded coupon offers. The next type of online coupon is an embedded coupon, which does not have a code attached to it. These are often included in a retailer’s free newsletter, which you have to subscribe to. Simply click on the offer and it takes you to the retailer’s website, where the discount is automatically applied to your purchase. Remember to verify your discount went through and read the fine print with these offers, since they sometimes exclude certain brands or clearance items.

Site-wide promotions. These promotions are fairly self-explanatory and include things like “Spring Sale: Save up to 55 percent off your online purchase.” There’s no coupon code required. The key, though, to banking significant online savings is combining a coupon code with a site-wide promotion. You can save upwards of 80 percent off your purchase and often get free shipping included.

Where to find online coupons. Google, naturally, is a good starting point. Simply type in the store name, plus the word coupons, and you’ll likely discover coupon websites that update regularly and test coupon codes before adding them. Bookmark the good sites and remember to check them before you finalize your online purchase.

If you have a few favorite retailers, sign up for their free newsletter, follow them on Twitter and “like” their page on Facebook, as these outlets are another way to monitor for great coupons.

Mobile apps. Some coupon aggregators have free apps that can get you online coupons, as well as in-store coupons directly on your phone. For an in-store coupon, as the cashier simply scans the barcode on your phone and the savings are applied instantly. Popular stores offering in-store coupons on smartphone apps include Old Navy, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Home Depot, Lands’ End, Payless Shoes and Toys R Us.

Kyle James operates a coupon website called Rather-Be-Shopping.com which offers free coupon codes to more than 800 popular stores. The site also has a brand new iPhone coupon app which helps consumers save money directly from their smartphone.

RadioShack Selling 32GB Nexus 7 for $229 Plus Free Shipping With Coupon

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Thanks to coupon code “RARMNJ1320″ you can grab a 32GB Nexus 7 from RadioShack for $229.99 along with free shipping. That’s a total savings of 26.99. Keep in mind that Google is currently selling the 32GB version for $249 and will then charge you $14 to have it shipped. So if you compare to what Google is doing, you are actually saving even more money.

Once you have added the device to your cart and you head to checkout, you’ll have to type in the entire coupon code, as pasting it doesn’t seem to work. Once applied, you should see the discount immediately (pictured above).

If you live near a RadioShack and do not want to wait for it ship, in-store pick-up is free as well.

Via:  RadioShack

Cheers Dave!

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Staples Offers $50 Discount on Surface RT with Coupon Code

Depending on where you live, finding a 128GB Surface Pro in stock can prove challenging. Best Buy only allows you to pick one up in-store, provided there are any available, and the 128GB SKU is sold out online at Microsoft’s online store and at Staples. That’s the bad news. And the good news? Well, if all you’re interested in is the RT version anyway, we can help you save a few bucks.

Just head over to Staples’ website, plop the Surface RT 32GB or 64GB into your virtual cart, and enter coupon code 99279. According to SlickDeals, the coupon code saves you $75, slashing the price of the 32GB model to $424 before tax and the 64GB model to $524 before tax, both with free shipping.

Bear in mind that Surface RT is powered by an ARM-based processor and therefore isn’t capable of running legacy Windows applications. It’s designed for home consumers looking for an alternative to the iPad, Galaxy Tab, and other tablets on the market, whereas Surface Pro is essentially a full-fledged notebook with a Core i5 foundation.

Be sure to check out our full review of Surface RT.

VIVITE Coupon Code for 10% Discount Announced by eVivite.com – Save over …

Vivite Core System

a leading online wholesaler of authentic VIVITÉ® products, are already up to 50% below retail.

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Consumers using VIVITÉ® to fight the signs of aging can now get an extra 10% off all products using the special VIVITE Coupon Code LTX10 released today by eVivite.com. Regular prices at eVivite.com, a leading online wholesaler of authentic VIVITÉ® products, are already up to 50% below retail. This latest offer helps customers find additional savings and the best deals possible on VIVITÉ® skin care products.

eVivite.com customers can use the VIVITÉ® Coupon Code LTX10 to get an extra 10% off their order until February 28, 2013.

Additional VIVITE Deals at EVIVITE.com

Ordering VIVITE skin care products online at eVivite.com is not only more convenient than purchasing through a doctor’s office, it’s also far less expensive. In addition to the VIVITÉ® coupon, eVivite.com is now offering their Buy More Save More deal and free shipping.

•     Buy More Save More Deal
•     Order $150 or More – Get 5% Off
•     Order $250 or More – Get 10% Off
•     Free Shipping on US Orders Over $50

eVivite.com customers can combine the VIVITÉ® coupon with the Buy More Save More deal for up to 20% off already reduced prices.

The Benefits of VIVITÉ® Skin Care Products

VIVITÉ® skin care products have been clinically proven to reduce the signs of aging and it’s the only line of products that uses the breakthrough GLX Technology™.

Exclusive GLX Technology™

The medically formulated VIVITÉ® products optimize skin rejuvenation by combining a glycolic compound and natural antioxidants that hydrate, exfoliate and protect the skin. This powerful formula matrix called GLX Technology™, used exclusively by VIVITÉ®, penetrates deeply into the skin promoting the production of collagen, epidermal growth factor and hyaluronic acid. The antioxidants in VIVITÉ® products also work to protect the skin against free radicals which can cause prematurely aging.

The VIVITÉ® Core System

A study performed by Downie J. Clinical clinically proved that daily use of the VIVITE core system helped rejuvenate the look of skin after only three weeks. The study found that the VIVITE system:

•     Diminished the look of fine lines and wrinkles by 22%
•     Reduced dryness by 65%
•     Improved skin moisture content by 37%
•     Improved skin smoothness by 54%

The system includes the following VIVITÉ® products:

•     VIVITE Exfoliating Facial Cleanser
•     VIVITE Daily Antioxidant Facial Serum
•     VIVITE Night Renewal Facial Cream
•     VIVITE Revitalizing Eye Cream

Doctors and dermatologist regularly charge $249 for the complete VIVITÉ® Core System. At eVivite.com customers can get the system at the regular price of just $139.95. Special discounts available now can be used to get an additional 15-20%.

To take advantage of this current special offer use the VIVITÉ® coupon code LTX10 when you check out at eVivite.com.

About EVIVITÉ®.com

eVivite.com was created to provide consumers with a more affordable and efficient way to purchase authentic VIVITÉ® products. The company has created a process that eliminates the unnecessary logistical and storage costs, allowing customers to purchase directly from the warehouse at prices 30%-50% below retail. With eVivite.com, consumers no longer have to visit a doctor’s office in order to obtain their VIVITÉ® products.

eVivite.com is a sister site to LatisseDoctor.com, a site which has been successfully selling Latisse(another Allergan product) since 2011. Both eVivite.com and LatisseDoctor.com are subsidiaries of Allied Medical Diagnostic Services, LLC.

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Tiny Prints Coupon Code Offering 20% Off A Personalized Photo Puzzle; New at … – Virtual

Finding It For Less has a new offer for 20% off a customized photo puzzle of your favorite moment with their new limited time Tiny Prints Coupon Code.

(PRWEB) January 31, 2013

Finding It For Less has a brand new limited time offer through their partners over at Tiny Prints; Offering 20% off a personalized puzzle featuring a photo of the buyers choice making fun and lasting memories at a great price using the Tiny Prints Coupon Code found at Finding It For less.

After a brief review of of this buying process conducted by Finding It For Less, they discovered how incredibly easy and fun it was to do; and receiving the finished product of their own customized, two hundred and fifty two piece, full color, 10×14 inch puzzle at 20% off for only $19.99.

Why is this good news for the average individual, or what use would a puzzle like this be? Finding It For Less believes it to be an excellent gift at a great price with their new Tiny Prints Coupon Code for 20% off, especially for grandma and grandpa; who would love nothing more than to see a beautiful photograph of their family lineage come to life before their eyes.

Tiny Prints and Shutterfly continually have new promotions appearing lasting only a short few days; so if one deal is missed do not fear because Finding It For Less will ensure to have the news about the next deal posted shortly, Including deals like 20% off any order and free shipping, free products, and more.

Thanks for reading; and if you don’t want to miss out on another special discount at Tiny Prints then please follow us on Facebook or Twitter, giving you the deals the moment F.I.F.L. finds and posts them. Feel free to visit their website at http://findingitforless.com/ and bookmark them for deals like this one and other deals for all the partners of Finding It For Less

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Find a Campus Book Rentals Coupon; Now Available through Finding It For Less – Virtual

Finding It For Less has recently partnered with Campus Book Rentals, Now offering their Campus Book Rentals coupon for 7% off all your books and free shipping.

(PRWEB) January 28, 2013

Every penny counts when attending college, a university, or graduate school, and Finding It For Less knows that! That’s why Finding It For Less now offers a Campus Book Rentals coupon through their new partnership with campusbookrentals.com, Offering 7% off and free shipping on all of those pricy text books.

Now that Finding It For Less has teamed up with campusbookrentals.com they are able to get the inside scoop on how to save every last penny to help the average young college student better balance their finite budget by saving every little bit possible through Campus Book Rentals spontaneous promotions.

How can Finding It For Less help out the budding college student; They equip you with more than just codes for discounts as any other promotional side could do, F.I.F.L. updates you with cutting edge information about upcoming promotions. For example; if waiting a week to rent college text books can save any additional cash out of pocket because there is a better promotion coming up, Finding It For Less researches that information and post regular updates.

The best part about Finding It For Less is their new process of keeping up to date content and promo codes on each page for every company they have teamed up with; Because nothing is more frustrating than finding a great coupon code for the product discount desired, to discover during checkout that the coupon has already expired and now full price has been paid. Finding It For Less checks all coupons daily, from looking on other blogs for any special hidden deals that may come up, to getting the latest information directly from the source, which in this case is from Campus Book Rentals.

Finding It For Less is dedicated to the success of each and every promotion or deal, and ensuring it’s customers are completely satisfied with the websites interface and ease of use creating loyal and returning guests to the site for any and all future purchases. It is this goal of F.I.F.L. to be the most competitive coupon and promotion site on the web today.

Thank you for reading Finding It For Less’ most recent news update regarding one of their newest promotions; having teamed up with Campusbookrentals.com linking you with the above mentioned Campus Book Rentals Coupon

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PC Deal of the Week – Dell XPS 13 – About

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Dell’s XPS 13 was their first ultrabook and it was squarely targeted at Apple’s MacBook Air in terms of its styling and features. They have recently updated the system to the newer Ivy Bridge processors but it remains much the same in terms of appearance. Now Dell is offering the older Dell XPS 13 for just $750 with free shipping when using the coupon code J9ZR64?V1WQ2S0. Now this is the older version so it comes with the Sandy Bridge based i5-2467M dual core processor, 4GB DDR3 memory, 128GB solid state drive, 13.3″ display, 802.11a/g/n wireless and surprisingly Windows 7 Home Premium which may attract many buyers since Windows 8 hasn’t attracted much consumer demand. For a more detailed look at the system, check out my review from last year when it was released.

Disclaimer: All deals are those advertised by the retailer in question and may have rebates or other conditions of purchase for the products. Please be sure to read all disclaimers from the seller before purchasing.

Finding It For Less Now Offers Tiny Prints Coupon Codes and Promo’s

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Finding It For Less is proud to announce their new partnership with Tiny Prints and Shutterfly; offering exclusive discounts for Finding It For Less users who can now use a Tiny Prints coupon code for any and all textile, crafting, and hobby needs, saving time and money by equipping the buyer with the best possible discounts from Tiny Prints and Shutterfly by combining a Tiny prints promo code with one or more discounts, saving the most amount possible on each and every purchase.

Finding It For Less has done the research and continues to study and discover the best possible deals available with their new partner Tiny Prints. With new promotions always coming up and sales on products, Finding It For Less has combined those deals with other coupons creating dynamic discounts such as the one right now offering a Tiny Prints 8×11 hardcover customized, personal photo book, with free shipping and 30% off through Finding It For Less’ code combination giving you a great gift or keepsake for just over $1.00 a page.

So why is Finding It For Less any more significant than some other top ranking coupon site on the web? Because instead of simply posting the coupons, you’ll also find reviews on how to utilize Tiny Prints’ and Shutterfly’s online apps for creating and designing customized portraits, photo books, and other products. Finding It For Less does the research and gives you detailed instructions on how to utilize the coupon codes on each site promoted by Finding It For Less, so if someone is new to the world of online shopping and using discounts or promo codes, they wont have to fear as F.I.F.L. (Finding It For Less) walks you through each site’s coupon system.

Come celebrate with Finding It For Less and enjoy an 8×11 photo book for 30% off and free shipping today only. But do not despair, when that promotion has ended for photo books, Tiny Prints and Shutterfly are constantly updating their deals and promotions, and Finding It For Less is on the front line of these discounts ensuring that no matter what day it is, shoppers everywhere will be certain to get a great deal at Tiny Prints through Finding It For Less’ new coupon research and review section.

Thank you for reading Finding It For Less’ press release and feel free to enjoy the latest deal mentioned about in this article and any other upcoming offers at Finding It For Less with this Tiny Prints Coupon Code

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[DEAL ALERT] iPad 2 Only $270 With Coupon Code At CowBoom (Refurbished … – Auto-o

Are you in the market for a tablet this holidays? Then the iPad range would have certainly crossed your radar. However if you’re contemplating skipping Apple’s tablet because of the price tag, read on.

Used iPad 2 16GB WiFi only $270 with coupon at Cowboom

Cowboom is offering the used Apple iPad 2 16GB WiFi Tablet in black for $300. However you can use the coupon code “celebrate10″ which cuts it down to $270 only. With free shipping, that’s $5 under our mention of a used iPad 2 from last week and also makes it the cheaper iPad 2 16GB WiFi model we’ve come across yet. It’s also $130 below the lowest total price we could find for a new iPad 2 if you’re still shopping around for one.

As we recommended in the past, when it comes to buying older generation Apple models, it is always wise to buy them used or refurbished given their lastability and the fact that new models always launch at the same $499 base price tag.

The iPad 2  weighs 1.3 lbs. and features an Apple A5 1GHz dual-core processor, 9.7″ 1024×768 LCD touchscreen display, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, accelerometer, compass, up to 10 hours of battery life, and more. The Cowboom deal and coupon code is valid until 23rd December.