Black Friday at CVS = HUGE Profit!!

Have you hit up the Black Friday deals at Walgreens & CVS? I haven't gone to Walgreens yet, but here's what I got at CVS.

I did multiple transactions, rolled my ECBs, & only spent $.75 OOP and left the store with $16.00 in ECBs.

If you haven't hit up CVS, you have until Saturday (if there is anything left!) Go HERE to see the deals & coupon matchups.

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Macy's: $10 off $25 Purchase Coupon

Go HERE to print a coupon good for $10 off $25 purchase at Macy's! Coupon good thru Saturday at 1 pm.

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CVS: Black Friday 2010 Deals!

One of my FAVORITE days of the year is Black Friday. Why? Because CVS & Walgreens always has some incredible deals. If you are new to CVS, make sure you check out my shopping tips, CVS 101 HERE!

Make sure you plan ahead and roll your ECBs so you spend as little out of pocket as possible!

Here's a preview for CVS:

FREE ECB DEALS:

Listerine Pocketpaks - $2.99, Get $2.99 ECBs (Limit 2)

- $.50 MFQ (3/7 RP, 5/16 RP, 8/1 RP, 10/10 RP)

Pay $2.49, Get back $2.99 ECBs

= FREE + $.50 Profit!

Carmex Lip Balm - $.99, Get $.99 ECBs (Limit 1)

- $.30 MFQ (11/7 SS)

- $.55 carmex lip balm (11/7 SS)

Pay $.69, Get back $.99 ECBs

= FREE + $.30 Profit!

Colgate Sensitive Toothpaste - $3.99, Get $3.99 ECBs (Limit 2)

- $1.00 Printable Coupon --OR--

- $.75 MFQ (October All You magazine)

Pay $2.99, Get back $3.99 ECBs

= FREE + $1.00 Profit!

Philips In-ear Headphones or Universal Remote Control - $6.99, Get $6.99 ECBs (Limit 1)

= FREE

Advil PM (4-count) - $.99, Get $.99 ECBs (Limit 1)

= FREE

Excedrin Migraine, PM, or Extra Strength (8-count) - $.99, Get $.99 ECBs (Limit 1)

= FREE

Eucerin Daily Skin Balance Body lotion - $6.99, Get $6.99 ECBs (Limit 1)

- $1 MFQ (11/7 RP) or Printable HERE --OR--

Pay $5.99, Get back $6.99 ECBs

= FREE + $1.00 Profit!

L.A. Looks Styling Gel - $2.99, Get $2.99 ECBs (Limit 1)

= FREE

Herbal Essences Hydralicious Shampoo or Conditioner - $3.99, Get $3.99 ECBs (Limit 2)

- Buy 2 and use $1/2 MFQ (10/10 P&G) --OR--

- Use $2.00 Clairol MFQ (10/31 P&G) --OR--

- $1.00 MFQ (11/14 RP)

= FREE + Profit!

Renpure Organics Shampoo, Conditioner or Amazing Miracle Reconstructor - $4.99, Get $4.99 ECBs (Limit 2)

= FREE

Old Spice Fresh Collection or Gillette Odor Shield Deodorant - $4.00, Get $4.00 ECBs (Limit 1)

- $2.00 Gillette MFQ (10/31 P&G)

Pay $2.00, Get back $4.00 ECBs

= FREE + $2.00 Profit!

Reese’s Singles - $.79, Get $.79 ECBs (Limit 5)

= FREE

Mars King Size - $1.59, Get $1.59 ECBs (Limit 5)

= FREE

OTHER ECB DEALS

Xtra 2x Laundry Detergent (28 loads) - $1.99, Get $1 ECB (Limit 1)

= $.99

Sarah Peyton Wellness: 4-piece personal spa set, hot or cold applications - $9.88, Get $5 ECBs (Limit 1)

= $4.88 after ECBs

Appliances: American Era Chocolate Fountain, Rice Cooker, Popcorn, Cupcake Maker, Rival Crock-Pot or Coffeemaker - $18.88, Get $10 ECBs (Limit 1)

= $8.88 after ECBs

Check out what I've been able to get in the past years.

**2009** and in 2008 (no blog post), I was able to get $146.26 worth of products for only $10.06 OOP and left CVS with $8.99 in ECBs!

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7-11: FREE Slurpee on Black Friday!

Go "Like" 7-11 on Facebook, and get a coupon for a FREE Slurpee on Friday, 26th.

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Financial Friday: Our Outlet Mall SCORE!!! + How to Black Friday Shop!

I am posting this Financial Friday now because DUH...this Friday is Black Friday!

You remember the Tanger Outlet Gift Card Promo I mentioned earlier? Brian and I both got a $50 Tanger GC for only $25.50 ($.50 activation fee).

Well...we were able to score over $268 worth of goods for only $51.50 out of pocket! We saved 81%. We were able to get some new jeans, a winter jacket for Brian, and some Christmas gifts for family.

Here's how we managed these incredible deals, that will also help you on Black Friday:

1) Make a List - You might have already done some Christmas shopping however, make a list of the people you want/need to buy for, what they want, and about how much it will cost OR how much you are willing to spend on them. This will help you keep on track and not overspend.

2) Research - Most of the Black Friday ads are already out, but are you really getting the best deal? Just because it's a special shopping day, doesn't always mean it's the best deal. Doing your research ahead of time will save you time in the stores.

3) Check for Coupons - Help get your OOP expense ever lower with store coupons. I highly doubt stores will issue a coupon valid on Black Friday, but you never know. Also, try asking the store associate if they have any available coupons. Again, you never know. (**I asked, and we were given (4) 20% off coupons at the Outlet Mall**)

**At the Tanger Outlet, we shopped at Old Navy for our clothes. Before we even left, I double checked current store prices with coupons VERSUS Black Friday prices without coupons. (The Old Navy coupons I printed expired on the 24th, so not valid on Black Friday). We actually were able to save MORE money shopping before Black Friday because 1) at an Outlet Mall, 2) $10/$50 & $15/$75 coupons, and 3) discounted gift cards. So DO YOUR HOMEWORK!!!**

4) Plan your Route - TRAFFIC!!! There will be lots of people out and about. Map out the stores you want to go to and figure out the easiest, fastest, less mileage way around. Hopefully this will keep you in a good mood!

5) Bring Cash - With all these awesome deals roaming around, the easiest thing to do is whip out your credit card and buy more than you wanted. This is why you make a list/budget, research the deals, and BRING CASH! You won’t overspend if you are forced to spend only the cash you bring!

6) Eat a healthy breakfast - When you get up god-awful early, make sure you eat a healthy, energizing breakfast. The last thing us fellow shoppers need is a grumpy person around.

7) Bring food/snacks - With loads of people around the stores, there will be loads of people around restaurants. Unless you want to brave those too, bring food with you. If you do want to eat at a restaurant, it is probably a good idea to bring snacks with you anyways when you get the munchies.

8) Try to leave the kids at home - DUH!!!

9) Calm down & Relax - Don’t forget the reason for the season. Don’t forget why you are out and about. You are shopping for family. Shopping for people you love to give to people you love. Don’t let the stress of crowds, long lines, cranky people, crying kids get you down. If you try to be happy, you will be. My mom always says “Smiles are contagious!” OH - and if you get down, just sing a Christmas song! "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is to sing loud for all to hear!"

Like I said, Brian and I were able to save 81% off retail price by using these shopping techniques. I hope that you can score some great deals on Friday.

Happy Savings!

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