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Oct. 28.

List of Where to Purchase Coupons

In Hawaii, we do not get many high value coupons.  The mainland, especially Florida, gets very good coupon inserts.  I personally have a subscription to the local newspaper, weekend subscription.  Then, if a good coupon comes out I call my mom in Florida to send me the ones I need.  She is also a couponer!

You can preview the mainlands Sunday Coupons Inserts at Sunday Coupon Preview.

A key to couponing is to get 1 coupon insert per family member in the household!  You don’t want to over buy because majority of items have expiration dates.  Remember sales have cycles and so do coupons!  The higher value coupons are usually released when there is a new product to help introduce the product to the world.

I suggest if you are ordering coupons and know of a great deal at a store, go to that store the day you buy coupons and put in a special order.  Many stores place special order, go to customer service and ask.  Sometime they may just take items off the shelf and put it in a cart and hold it in the warehouse until you are ready to pick them up!  It is important you do this to ensure you get the deal you hope for!  I special order a lot from the Commissary!  Also, make sure you follow-up with your special order, sales end and you do not want to miss the end date.  Also, many stores offer rain checks, so if the store is out of sale items remember to get the rain check!

Here is a list if you prefer to order mainland inserts.  I do not suggest ordering mainland inserts in lieu of Hawaii inserts.  In Hawaii, we receive different coupons and often different values.  I suggest ordering at least 2 Hawaii inserts to help build your coupon inventory.  Also ebay sells a lot of clipped coupons in case you find a great deal and want to get a few or just prefer to order clipped inserts in lieu of whole coupon inserts.  Know that it is against the law to sell coupons, you are paying for their time to get the inserts/coupons, post the inserts/coupons, package the inserts/coupons and so forth.  If it is clipped coupons you are paying for their time to clip the coupons and so forth.

Also use Facebook to find trading groups where you can swap your unwanted coupons!  Type into the search engine in Facebook, Coupon Swap, Coupon Traders, Tear Pad Trade, etc.  Play with the words and you will find Groups to trade coupons with.  Not all groups will accept your request to join, so send request to many groups.  I trade a lot of coupons this way.

If you team with a friend(s) or family member to go half on the shipping cost it makes it very reasonable to order the inserts.

Here is a company I recommend to order whole coupon inserts:

 


ourcouponclippingservice.com

Also, HERE is a group we created for ordering mainland coupons.  There is no limit so if you want to order just one set you can!  Make sure to go to the Group and read all the details!

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Oct. 19.

Commissary Couponing

Things you should know when using coupons at the Commissary (Defense Commissary Agency):

  • Accepts special orders.  I suggest if you have over 5 coupons or ordering coupons and know what deals you want to special order the day you order your coupons to ensure you get the deal you want.  I suggest you order a couple extra in case you get a couple extra coupons through coupon swaps.  You do not need to take the order when it comes in if you already purchased the items.  You only pay for the order after it comes in and only if you still want it.  You can use coupons on special orders.
  • You can use foreign language coupons as long as the english translation is printed on the coupon.
  • The commissary does NOT price match
  • If a coupon states “No Cash back” on it, that means they are to price adjust the coupon down to the price of the item if the item is less than the stated coupon value.
  • The commissary does allow overages, and if you subtotal is negative they will give you cash back.
  • You canNOT stack coupons, meaning if you have manufacturer and military store coupon you will have to purchase items for each coupon.  Military store coupons are actually manufacturer coupons issued to military stores and are only valid at military stores.  You will notice the UPC starts with a 5 which indicates it is a manufacturer coupon.  https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=121118961276736
  • BOGO coupons can NOT be stacked with other coupons.  Meaning if you have a BOGO and a $1/1 you would have to buy 3 items in order to use both coupons.  You can NOT stack coupons at the commissary.  https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=161203970601568
  • If a coupons says buy this to receive $2 off beef and you have a coupon for ‘this’ you can NOT use both unless you buy 2 ‘this’ https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=158995054155793
  • Commissary accepts FREE and internet printed coupons.
  • You can redeem a manufacturer coupon with another stores logo as long as the coupon does not state “Redeem ONLY at…”  https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=107874215934544
  • You are charged a 5% surcharge on your purchase before coupons.
  • Everyone wants to know why prices rise around pay-day well here is the answer https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=101947333193899
I hope this helps educate the military shoppers on commissaries coupon policy!
If you have questions please ask.  Also, I suggest you like Defense Commissary Agency on Facebook and read the notes tab on their page.  It is very informative.
Happy Shopping :)

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Oct. 17.

Military Stores Coupon Policy

Exchanges:

The Exchange or Army Air Force Exchange (AAFES) is located on Hickam AFB and Schofield Army Base.  Here is the link to their coupon policy: Click here to read the Exchange policy.  You can sign up for AAFES sales ad at the customer service desk in the back of the store.

Navy Exchange (NEX) is located in Pearl Harbor.  Click HERE to read the NEX policy.  You can sign up for the NEX sales ad, coupons and scratcher at the Aloha Desk near the kiosks.   NEX gives $.05 credit for each reusable bag they use.  Make sure you remind them to give you credit.

Coast Guard Exchange (CGX) is located on Sand Island.  Here is the link to sign up to receive their sales ad.

Marine Core Exchange (MCX) is located in Kaneohe.  Here is the link to sign up for the email blast or call (877) 803-2375.

Things you should know about shopping at the Exchanges:

  • They do not allow overage so if your item is less than the price of the coupon, the coupon will be adjusted down to the coupon
  • They have Facebook coupons and coupon booklets that come in the sales ad.
  • You can stack an Exchange coupon with a manufacturer coupon for additional savings.
  • A military store coupon is a manufacturer coupon.  An exchange coupon will say Exchange coupon.
  • Trifecta (at least this is what I call it) is when the NEX has a scratcher, there is a sale, and you can use coupons.  This is my favorite type of deal!  You can use all three as well :)  The NEX will accept the Coast Guard and MCX Scratchers. 
  • You can use AAFES coupons at the NEX.  You can use NEX coupons at AAFES.
  • You can use coupons and scratchers at the mini marts/shoppettes/gas station stores.
  • They price match as long as you bring the ad and it is not a limited item, special promotion or offer.  Order: Price match first, use store coupon stacked with manufacturer coupon.

Yankee Candle coupons can be used at the Exchanges: 

Here is my post and the comments from the Exchanges on their facebook pages:

My post “Can you use Yankee Candle Coupons at the Exchanges?”
 
Navy Exchange replied with: “Ashley, We haven’t seen the coupon, but if it’s a coupon from Yankee Candle, then YES, we can accept. Hope this helps. – Dan”
 
AAFES replied with “Hi Ashley, we do. However, please read the restrictions on your Yankee Candle coupon for what countries it’s valid in to ensure it includes the country where your Exchange is located in. Please let us know if we can help with anything else!”
 

Commissary:

Defense Commissary Agencies (DECA, also known as Commissaries) is located next to the NEX in Pearl Harbor, Schofield Army Base, Hickam and Kaneohe Bay.  Here is the link to their coupon policy: Click HERE to read the DECA policy.

Things you should know when using coupons at the Commissary (Defense Commissary Agency):

  • Accepts special orders.  I suggest if you have over 5 coupons or ordering coupons and know what deals you want to special order the day you order your coupons to ensure you get the deal you want.  I suggest you order a couple extra in case you get a couple extra coupons through coupon swaps.  You do not need to take the order when it comes in if you already purchased the items.  You only pay for the order after it comes in and only if you still want it.  You can use coupons on special orders.
  • You can use foreign language coupons as long as the english translation is printed on the coupon.
  • The commissary does NOT price match
  • If a coupon states “No Cash back” on it, that means they are to price adjust the coupon down to the price of the item if the item is less than the stated coupon value.
  • The commissary does allow overages, and if you subtotal is negative they will give you cash back.
  • You canNOT stack coupons, meaning if you have manufacturer and military store coupon you will have to purchase items for each coupon.  Military store coupons are actually manufacturer coupons issued to military stores and are only valid at military stores.  You will notice the UPC starts with a 5 which indicates it is a manufacturer coupon.  Click HERE.
  • BOGO coupons can NOT be stacked with other coupons.  Meaning if you have a BOGO and a $1/1 you would have to buy 3 items in order to use both coupons.  You can NOT stack coupons at the commissary.  To read more, click HERE.
  • If a coupons says buy this to receive $2 off beef and you have a coupon for ‘this’ you can NOT use both unless you buy 2 ‘this’.  To read more click HERE.
  • Commissary accepts FREE and internet printed coupons.
  • You can redeem a manufacturer coupon with another stores logo as long as the coupon does not state “Redeem ONLY at…”  Click HERE to read more.
  • You are charged a 5% surcharge on your purchase before coupons.
  • Everyone wants to know why prices rise around pay-day well here is the answer.  Click HERE to read more.
  • Go HERE to read the latest revision to the policy including not using more than 36 like coupons in one transaction. 

Shopping at Case Lot Sales: 

When Shopping at Case Lot sales you should know that each item in the case is a purchase therefore if you are buying a case you can use coupons for each item in the case.

Example: You want to purchase a case of dial hand soaps which contain 8 units.  You can use a coupon for each unit.  If the coupon is save $1/2 Dial hand soaps than you can use 4 coupons since the case contains 8. 

 

I hope this helps educate the military shoppers on commissaries coupon policy!
If you have questions please ask.  Also, I suggest you like Defense Commissary Agency on Facebook and read the notes tab on their page.  It is very informative.

Make sure to like on Facebook:

AAFES:  - They have Facebook coupons that change frequently.

NEX: - They have Facebook coupons that change frequently.

DECA: Ever have questions or suggestions about the Commissary, I suggest leaving it on Facebook.  They are really good at responding.

If you ever have a problem on a shopping trip make sure to contact them on Facebook.  I have found this to be a very good way to get answers and to make comments.

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Oct. 16.

Coupon Swaps

Hawaii Shopaholics Coupon Swaps

 Don’t know what a coupon swap is?  Watch this KITV special on Hawaii Shopaholics Coupon Swaps!  Hawaii Shopaholics Coupon Swaps have been featured in the Midweek and on KITV news.

Coupon swaps are where you bring your unwanted coupons.  You take your pile of unwanted coupons and hand it to another Shopaholic.  You will get another Shopaholic’s pile of unwanted coupons to scan through and take what you want.  Pass on the rest of unwanted coupons to another Shopaholic to look through and so on.  It goes on as long as you want or until we see every coupon.

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Scheduled Coupon Swaps around the island of Oahu:

Tuesday, May 21st at 6:30pm - Ewa Beach Burger King (Sherlyn)
91-91-4 Fort Weaver Road  Ewa Beach, HI 96706
 
Friday, May 31st at 10amSchofield Burger King (Ashley)
Schofield Burger King & Popeyes Food Court (by gas station) 
 
Tuesday, June 11th at 10am – Waipahu McDonalds (Napua)
94 – 212 Leoku St Waipahu, HI 96797
 
Thursday, June 13th at 6pmNanakuli McDonalds (Kiri)
87-2028 Farrington Hwy, Waianae 96792
 
Tuesday, June 18th at 6:30pm - Ewa Beach Burger King (Sherlyn)
91-91-4 Fort Weaver Road  Ewa Beach, HI 96706
 
Thursday, June 20th at 10am – Mililani Town Center Burger King (Cici)
95-1249 Meheula Parkway, Mililani, HI 96789
 
Tuesday, June 25th – Schofield Burger King (Lauren)
Schofield Burger King & Popeyes Food Court (by gas station)

If you have expired coupons, I will collect these with $1 or $2 to go towards shipping.  I currently mail to Military Spouses in Yokosuka, Navy Base, Japan.

If you live on another island and would like to host a Coupon Swap, please email hawaiishopaholics@yahoo.com for more information.

If you would like to host a coupon swap in your neighborhood, please email hawaiishopaholics@yahoo.com for more information.  We will happily advertise others swaps!

Photo: Coupon Swap in session! Thanks @napuaw for hosting!

 Coupon Swap Parties

We will come to your home and host your friends and family for a 1 hour Coupon Swap.  Must have 15 participants for Hawaii Shopaholics to come to your home for FREE.  You will also get the opportunity to score an amazing multiple Sunday Subscription offer!

Cost for less than 15 participant is $25 per hour.  Most Coupon Swaps last only one hour!

Email hawaiishopaholics@yahoo.com to schedule a Coupon Swap Party!

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