[rmalik]

I'm becoming intrigued with couponing. My sister does it, not to an extreme, but enough to have her pantry filled to the brim. I'm watching Extreme Couponing on TLC and it looks interesting and fun. Does Nevada have double coupons? Is there tax on food items?

[ScoopLV]

It sounds as if you don't live here. Food (most food, at least) is exempt. There is very little in the way of "double couponing" here. At least not where I shop. I've never seen it at Smiths or Albertsons, and certainly not at Whole Foods or the Asian and Mexican markets.

But our food costs are quite low to begin with.

[rmalik]

Originally Posted by ScoopLV

It sounds as if you don't live here. Food (most food, at least) is exempt. There is very little in the way of "double couponing" here. At least not where I shop. I've never seen it at Smiths or Albertsons, and certainly not at Whole Foods or the Asian and Mexican markets.

But our food costs are quite low to begin with.

I don't live there currently but will be moving into my new Las Vegas home in a few weeks! Thanks for the information. I am just intrigued with the amount of money these people save.

[ScoopLV]

Originally Posted by rmalik

I don't live there currently but will be moving into my new Las Vegas home in a few weeks! Thanks for the information. I am just intrigued with the amount of money these people save.

You'll save more learning what markets sell what products inexpensively. I can't help you for processed food or soda. But produce is best purchased from the Mexican and Asian markets, and through Bountiful Baskets, for instance.

You can find the guide to the local markets that I wrote up if you search this forum.

[LacedButterfly]

I know in WA Safeway (Vons here) and Albertsons would sometimes put double coupons in their ads, but it would only be for like 3 coupons. Not sure if they do that here too, but maybe.

There are all sorts of rumors about that show and that they cheat the system to get those results and/or use fake coupons. Also in light of the show I know a lot of companies have changed their policies so it may be harder to do now. Not to mention from what they say on the show it's a full time job.

I'm not an expert though, and who knows if those rumors are true or not. There are many many websites out there to help you coupon though, some even have forums and message boards, I'm sure with a quick google search you could find one in the vegas area.

[ScoopLV]

I have family members who live in the areas of America where extreme couponing works. I have seen them purchase a cart full of groceries, and have nine-cents returned to them after checkout. But for the most part, it's stuff I don't eat -- jars of spaghetti sauce, etc.

[rmalik]

Originally Posted by ScoopLV

You'll save more learning what markets sell what products inexpensively. I can't help you for processed food or soda. But produce is best purchased from the Mexican and Asian markets, and through Bountiful Baskets, for instance.

You can find the guide to the local markets that I wrote up if you search this forum.

My goal is to definitely move to a more organic diet, but it's a work in progress. I will be living in the 89148 area. I will look for the Mexican and Asian markets in my area. Thanks!

[rmalik]

Originally Posted by LacedButterfly

I know in WA Safeway (Vons here) and Albertsons would sometimes put double coupons in their ads, but it would only be for like 3 coupons. Not sure if they do that here too, but maybe.

There are all sorts of rumors about that show and that they cheat the system to get those results and/or use fake coupons. Also in light of the show I know a lot of companies have changed their policies so it may be harder to do now. Not to mention from what they say on the show it's a full time job.

I'm not an expert though, and who knows if those rumors are true or not. There are many many websites out there to help you coupon though, some even have forums and message boards, I'm sure with a quick google search you could find one in the vegas area.

Wow about them possibly being fake. It sure does look exciting! LOL. Yes, I am on the hunt for those websites that have coupons. Thanks!

[rmalik]

Originally Posted by ScoopLV

I have family members who live in the areas of America where extreme couponing works. I have seen them purchase a cart full of groceries, and have nine-cents returned to them after checkout. But for the most part, it's stuff I don't eat -- jars of spaghetti sauce, etc.

Sadly, I have to admit, for now, I use jarred spaghetti. I do try to use as close to healthy as possible. Once I improve on my cooking from scratch skills, I hope to move away from processed foods. But for now, I need to maximize on the money I have allocated for my food budget.

[ScoopLV]

Originally Posted by rmalik

Sadly, I have to admit, for now, I use jarred spaghetti. I do try to use as close to healthy as possible. Once I improve on my cooking from scratch skills, I hope to move away from processed foods. But for now, I need to maximize on the money I have allocated for my food budget.

Then move away from processed food. It is a false economy. I can make pizzas for a week for the cost of a sack of flour, some canned tomatoes and herbs, and some milk. (Mozzarella is easy to make). Or for the same cost I could buy ONE frozen pizza.

There is very little in this world that is less expensive when purchased pre-made.