CVS Savings
December 6th, 2007 | 
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A few weeks ago, I posted a Money Saving Idea about shopping at CVS. Today I tried my hand at doing some ‘serious’ transactions. My goal was to get as much as possible and spend the least amount possible out of pocket. The above pile cost me $33!!! That seems like a lot compared to the CVS pros who would probably be able to get the above for under $10. But I don’t think it was a bad first try! Besides, when my husband heard how much I paid and how much we saved, he was thoroughly impressed – to the point that his mouth fell open!
So, how did I do it? I started my trip with $3 on my CVS card. For my first transaction, I purchased the razor (normally $10), wrapping paper (B1G1 for $2.99), Cheez-it (2/$5), Pringles (2/$4), Tampax (2/$6) and Scotch tape (B1G1 for $1.49). For this deal I paid the most out of pocket – approx. $17, after using CVS and manufacturers coupons, $3 on the card – but I gained $11 on my card.
For the second transaction, I purchased the two paper towels, the toilet paper, and 8 pack batteries. This was the Proctor & Gamble deal – buy $20, get $5 back. I won’t have to buy paper towels for the next 6 months! I used the $11 I just gained on the card plus CVS and manufacturers coupons, and paid $6 for those items!!!
For the third transaction, I purchased the Neosporin ($5), Snickers (2/$5), cough drops (99 cents/bag), and 2 deodorants ($1.99 each). After using the $5 ECBs on the card, CVS and manufacturer coupons, I paid approx $8 and left with $5 on my card. To me, this 3rd transaction wasn’t the ‘best’ transaction but it was additional items I wanted to purchase while they were on sale and gave ECBs.
All total, according to my receipt, I saved $79 using coupons and ECBs and buying items on sale!!! Not bad, huh?
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Kara, that is AMAZING! Really cool. I know I should be smart enough to understand it, but I still don’t. REALLY GREAT DEAL though! I am proud to know you. : )