The week of March 5-10, Chick-Fil-A is having another FREE Breakfast Entree event! As usual they are in select cities and this time its in:
Make sure you click on your city and make a reservation at your favorite store!
In case your city is not listed, become a Chick-fil-A Insider and be one of the first to know about events in your area.
I hope you are with me when I say that coupons are awesome! They are a vital part of how I stick to my weekly budget and keep costs down. Unfortunately, like many good things, there are folks out there who take advantage of a great system and it can mess things up for all of us.
Fraudulent coupons are a huge issue and they are likely why you get questions or funny looks from cashiers and managers from time to time – even if you are using coupons properly.
A Southern Savers reader and cashier shared on Facebook that someone tried to use an $8 off Huggies coupon in her line. When questioned about the source of the coupon, the shopper yelled at her and demanded that she take it.
If you’ve been couponing for a while, you probably know that $8 Huggies coupons don’t really exist. Maybe if you had a complaint or issue with diapers and the company mailed you a coupon, but more than likely it will have holograms and all sorts of other fraud protection features on it if that were the case… it’s most certainly not printable.
How can I check out a specific coupon?
Head to the Coupon Information Center website, who maintains a running list of known fraudulent coupons. Turns out, the $8 Huggies coupon is on that list!
What are some red flags?
I want us all to be informed on how to use coupons properly and how to spot fraudulent coupons, so here are some tips and resources you can use. Before I post a new coupon, you can be sure I research the source.
Here are some things that should get your fraudulent coupon radar going:
- It sounds too good to be true (very high value)
- It’s for a completely free product (Free Tide, free Olive Oil)
- It’s a PDF and not hosted directly on the manufacturer’s site
- It was forwarded to you as an email attachment from a friend
Where can I find legitimate coupons?
If you print a coupon from Coupons.com, Smartsource, CouponNetwork, RedPlum, or links from the coupon database, you can be sure that what you have is a valid coupon. However, you may notice a coupon on the fraud list that looks like a valid printable. If someone mass copies a printable coupon – it will show up on the fraudulent list. Always be sure to print your two from a legitimate source and never copy a coupon.
Here are the unadvertised deals at Publix for the week starting 2/29. Don’t miss the Publix weekly ad while you are building your list.
Have you found any other extra deals? Leave a note below.
Buy One Get Ones
- La Mexicana Salsa, 16 oz, $2.89 ($1.44)
(found in produce section) - Rondele Cheese Spread, 8 oz, $4.59 ($2.29)
- Sunny-D, 64 oz, $2.19 ($1.09)
-.55/2 Sunny D product, SS 1/08
-.55/2 Sunny product, SS 1/08
(makes it 82¢ ea.) 
Al Fresco Chicken Breakfast Sausage, 8 oz, $3.29 ($1.64)
-$1 off Al Fresco sausage, sign up printable
(makes it 64¢) Read More→
Check out which store around you has the best deals on the things you need. This is also a great list to use when gathering deals to price match at Walmart or Target.
Beef
- Bi-Lo – London Broil Roast at $5.39 lb ($2.69 lb)
- Bi-Lo – Ground Chuck $2.49 lb
- Bi-Lo – Boneless Chuck Roast $3.99 lb
- Bi-Lo – Boneless Ribeye Steak $3.99 lb
- Publix – Boneless Shoulder Roast, $4.49 lb
(have butcher cut into steaks for 30¢ lb savings) - Publix – Ground Chuck, $3.49 lb
- Food City – Chuck Roast $2.99 lb
- Sweetbay – 80% Lean Ground Chuck, $2.79 lb Read More→
Here are this month’s Upromise eCoupons. Below you’ll find savings for all sorts of fun products: Kellogg’s, McCain, Gum, Charmin, Scrubbing Bubbles & more!
Upromise is great because all the money you save using these eCoupons can be used toward your child’s or grandchild’s college education. And you can use them with manufacturers coupons too!
To get started:
1. Sign up for Upromise
2. Enter your store loyalty card numbers
3. Load all the coupons you want (have them saved for any purchases during the month!
4. Your coupons are available on every store card you have entered. So where ever you buy the item you’ll get your money back!
These are a little different than the other e coupons:
1. You can use them at almost any store!
2. The money does not come off at the register but is put in your Upromise account.
Can I use a coupon too?
Yes! These are not tied to coupons or discounts in the store.
I don’t have a kid…
Not a problem. We had a Upromise account for almost 2 years before our kids were born. Once we had kids we went in and changed it our of our names to our kids names. Grandparents can also sign up and have it go to their grandchildren! We have 3 sets of grandparents all saving a little bit for our kiddos. You can change the beneficiary at any time.
March Upromise eCoupons
Grocery
.40/1 Diamond Crystal Kosher salt eCoupon
.35/1 Diamond Crystal Salt Sense eCoupon
.40/1 Diamond Crystal Sea salt eCoupon
.70/1 Kellogg’s Krave cereal, 11 oz + eCoupon
$1 off McCain Purely Potatoes eCoupon
$1 off McCain sweet potato fries eCoupon
.75/1 Truvia Natural sweetener eCoupon
Personal Care
$1 off Gum Canker-X eCoupon
.75/1 Gum Crayola kids toothbrush eCoupon
.75/1 Gum Eez-Thru flosser eCoupon
.75/1 Gum Go-Betweens eCoupon
$5 off Gum PerioBalance eCoupon
$3 off Gum PerioShield eCoupon
$10 off RapidLash product eCoupon
Household
$1 off Charmin Sensitive bath tissue eCoupon
$1 off Charmin Ultra Soft or Strong bath tissue AND Freshmates eCoupon
$1.25/2 Pledge furniture care products eCoupon
$1/2 Scrubbing Bubbles product eCoupon
These are just some the new coupons I found today.
For the full list, check the Coupon Database!
There are tons of freebies up for grabs. One of my favorites is the FREE Quart of Clark & Kensington paint from Ace Hardware – print your coupon and head into their store on March 3rd to redeem it!
Free Samples & More
Ace Hardware – FREE Quart of Clark & Kensington Paint on 3/3
24-Hour Fitness FREE 7-day pass
Valspar Paint Color sample every day in March, starting 10 AM EST.
Pantene Aqua Light Hair sample, if you haven’t requested your P&G Brand Sampler.
SnoreRX Pillowcase Liners infused with natural essential oils.
AllergEase Drops sample when you fill in the form.
Fekkai Glossing or Technician Color Care Sample for Costco members only.
Dr. Talbot’s Diaper Rash Ointment, 1 oz tube, when you “like” them on Facebook.
Free Kids Events
The Disney Store – Scavenger Hunt for Mickey Mouse on 3/3, 10:30 AM-1 PM
Home Depot – Build #20 Home Depot race car on 3/3, 9 AM-12 PM
Pottery Barn Kids – Dr. Seuss Celebration 3/2-3/4, 3:30 PM
Pottery Barn Kids – National Geographic Little Explorers event on 3/24
Here are all the unadvertised deals available at H-E-B this week. Check out the H-E-B weekly ad before you head into the store.
If you see a coupon missing or not working, let me know by clicking the blue button at the bottom of the list.
Meal Deal
- Buy Hill Country Fare Seasoned Beef for Fajitas, value pack, starting at $14.68,
Hill Country Fare Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs for Fajitas, value pack, starting at $9.48, OR
Hill Country Fare Seasoned Pork for Fajitas, value pack, starting at $7.88
Get the following free w/ in-store coupon (EXP 3/13):
Get H-E-B South Texas Pinto Beans, 21 oz
Get Herdez Salsa, 16 oz
Get H-E-B Flour Tortillas, 20 ct
Kraft Shredded Natural Cheese w/ a Touch of Philly, 8 oz
Get Big Red, Big Red Zero, or Big Pineapple, 2 L bottle - Get $4 off w/ in-store “B” coupon (EXP 3/13) wyb:
Sanderson Farms Chicken Breast Tenders, 1.5 lb bag, $5.99
H-E-B Brown Rice, 16 oz, 69¢
Mann’s Vegetable Medley, 12 oz, $2.48
Hill Country Fare Mandarin Oranges, 11 oz, 74¢
(makes it $5.90) - ***Deal Idea***
Buy:
(1) Sanderson Farms Chicken Breast Tenders, 1.5 lb bag, $5.99
(1) H-E-B Brown Rice, 16 oz, 69¢
(1) Hill Country Fare Mandarin Oranges, 11 oz, 74¢
(1) Buy Mann’s Vegetables, 12 oz, $2.48
(1) Litehouse Dip, 8 oz
(2) Starkist Chunk Light Tuna Pouch in Oil or Water, 2.6 oz
Use:
-$4 off w/ in-store “B” coupon (EXP 3/13) WYB (4) Healthy Savings Items
–FREE Litehouse Dip, 8 oz, WYB Mann’s Vegetables, 12 oz
–FREE (2) Starkist Chunk Light Tuna Pouch in Oil or Water, 2.6 oz, WYB Mann’s Vegetables, 12 oz
Total Due: $5.90 (makes it 84¢ ea.) - Bialetti Easy Fry Pan $14.97
Get the following free w/ in-store coupon (EXP 3/6):
Get Tilapia Fillets, 16 oz bag
Get H-E-B Ready, Fresh, Go! Pico de Gallo, 4 oz
Get Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Seafood Magic Seasoning Blend, 2.5 oz Read More→
Here are the newest savings from SavingStar.com! Remember, these can be used at tons of grocery stores and even drugstores, and can be redeemed in several different ways! Feel free to read more about how to save with SavingStar.
You can load any or all of these now and then be ready when you find a deal in the store!
Grocery
.40/1 Diamond Crystal Kosher salt eCoupon
.35/1 Diamond Crystal Salt Sense eCoupon
.40/1 Diamond Crystal Sea salt eCoupon
.70/1 Kellogg’s Krave cereal, 11 oz + eCoupon
$1 off McCain Purely Potatoes eCoupon
$1 off McCain sweet potato fries eCoupon
Personal Care
.75/1 Gum Crayola kids toothbrush eCoupon
.75/1 Gum Eez-Thru flosser eCoupon
.75/1 Gum Go-Betweens eCoupon
Score an extra coupon for produce at Publix when you share the Stocking Spree booklet with 3 friends. You’ll get a coupon good for $2 off your next $5 or more produce purchase!
Even if you’ve already requested your booklet you can still share it and get the coupon. If you haven’t requested it, this is a home mailer that will arrive around April 2nd with $57 in coupons in it.
Coupons like this make my week…
