[sarahjane0721]

CVS 8/16
Transaction 1

-CVS/Caliber Paper Filler 150 Sheets .99x2=1.98
-Paper Mate Pens .99x2=1.98
-Pencil Box 1.99x2=3.98
-J&J Red Cross First Aid Kits .99x10=9.90
-CVS/Caliber Binder Clips .39
-Poly Letter Envelope .39
-Pencil Sharpener .29x2=.58
-#2 Pencils 10ct .29x2.58
Renuzit Adjustable Buy 2 Get 1 Free .99x3=2.97

26.73
-5/$25 26.73 (28.61 with 7.125% sales tax
-8.96 ECB’s
-10 $1.00 off J&J Adjusted to 9.90
-Buy 2 Get 1 Free Renuzit.99 12.77x7.125%=13.68 then subtract Q’s

Total 2.79 OOP Estimate 13.68-9.90-.99=2.79



21.92 ECB Earned

Transaction 2

Rain checked Items

-2 Poly Portfolios .49x2=.98
-2 Pens 20ct .99x2=1.98
-2 Sticky Notes .99x2=1.98
Art Brush .39
-Pen/Ink Eraser .29

Total 5.62x7.125=6.02

3.98ECB
1.98ECB
5.96 Total Adjusted to 5.62

6.02 With tax
Total .40 cents Estimate


End with 20.90 ECB’s

[MichiganMan]

Sarahjane, you were a CPA in a prior life, weren't you?

I didn't double check your math, but I think your approach to this is quite good. Just stay flexible for when they don't have all of the items that you are looking for.

Good luck.

[bellasmama]

Looks great!

[sarahjane0721]

Originally Posted by MichiganMan

Sarahjane, you were a CPA in a prior life, weren't you?

I didn't double check your math, but I think your approach to this is quite good. Just stay flexible for when they don't have all of the items that you are looking for.

Good luck.

Na, No CPA for me I just have alot of time on my hands and like to figure things out to the T. If ya know what I mean. I get things done...

[MichiganMan]

Originally Posted by sarahjane0721

I get things done...

No flies on you!!!

[sarahjane0721]

Originally Posted by MichiganMan

No flies on you!!!

No Flies On You? I am a little confused???

[MichiganMan]

Originally Posted by sarahjane0721

No Flies On You? I am a little confused???

Sorry, I was just saying that your analysis was very impressive, and that you clearly do get things done!

[sarahjane0721]

Originally Posted by MichiganMan

Sorry, I was just saying that your analysis was very impressive, and that you clearly do get things done!

Thanks I have a huge lit of Scenario's to do for 8/16 and do not know which one to pick.. Should I post them here? And see what everyone thinks?

[MichiganMan]

Originally Posted by sarahjane0721

Thanks I have a huge lit of Scenario's to do for 8/16 and do not know which one to pick.. Should I post them here? And see what everyone thinks?

If you do post them here, I'm happy to look at them. I'm not sure, though, how many other people traffic in this space. But as I said, I'm happy to offer a second opinion ....

[Ice]

I think seeing all kinds of scenario's help...

Please post..

[sarahjane0721]

Do I use my 5/$30 that expires on the 16th or do I use my 5/$25?

The first 1 is the 5/$25. The Rest are 5/$30

Senario 1

CVS/Caliber Paper Filler Sheets .99x2=1.98
Paper Mate Pens .99x2=1.98
Pencil Boxes 1.99x2=3.98
Caliber Compositon Note Books 1.99x2=3.98
J&J Red Cross First Aid Kits .99x10= 9.90
Poly Letter Envelope .39
CVS/Caliber Binder Clips .39
Pencil Sharpener .29x2=.58
#2 Penciles 10 ct .29x2=.58
Renuzit Adjustables Buy 2 Get 1 FREE .99x3=2.97

26.73 total

-5/$25
-8.96 ECB's=
12.77
-9.90
-.99=
1.88x7.125% tax=2.83 OOP
21.92 ECB MADE

Scenario 2

CVS/Caliber Paper Filler Sheets .99x2=1.98
Paper Mate Pens .99x2=1.98
Pencil Boxes 1.99x2=3.98
Caliber Compositon Note Books 1.99x2=3.98
J&J Red Cross First Aid Kits .99x10= 9.90
Poly Letter Envelope .39
CVS/Caliber Binder Clips .39
Pencil Sharpener .29x2=.58
#2 Penciles 10 ct .29x2=.58
Renuzit Adjustables Buy 2 Get 1 FREE .99x3=2.97
Robe 5.00

31.73 Total

-5/30
-8.96 ECB's=
17.77
-9.90
-.99=
6.88x7.125% tax=7.37 OOP

21.92 ECB MADE


Scenario 3


CVS/Caliber Paper Filler Sheets .99x2=1.98
Paper Mate Pens .99x2=1.98
Pencil Boxes 1.99x2=3.98
Caliber Compositon Note Books 1.99x2=3.98
J&J Red Cross First Aid Kits .99x10= 9.90
Poly Letter Envelope .39
CVS/Caliber Binder Clips .39
Pencil Sharpener .29x2=.58
#2 Penciles 10 ct .29x2=.58
Renuzit Adjustables Buy 2 Get 1 FREE .99x3=2.97
Philips Earhook Headphone 6.99

Total 33.72

-5/$30
-8.96 ECB's=
19.76
-9.90
-.99=
8.87x7.125%=9.50 OOP

28.91 ECB"S MADE



Scenario 4


CVS/Caliber Paper Filler Sheets .99x2=1.98
Paper Mate Pens .99x2=1.98
Pencil Boxes 1.99x2=3.98
Caliber Compositon Note Books 1.99x2=3.98
J&J Red Cross First Aid Kits .99x10= 9.90
Poly Letter Envelope .39
CVS/Caliber Binder Clips .39
Pencil Sharpener .29x2=.58
#2 Penciles 10 ct .29x2=.58
Renuzit Adjustables Buy 2 Get 1 FREE .99x3=2.97
Pantene,Herbal Esscense, Head and Shoulders 5.99 w/2 ECB

32.72 Total

-5/$30
-8.96 ECB's=
18.76

-9.90
-.99=
7.87x7.125%=8.43 OOP

23.92 ECB MADE




Scenario 5
CVS/Caliber Paper Filler Sheets .99x2=1.98
Paper Mate Pens .99x2=1.98
Pencil Boxes 1.99x2=3.98
Caliber Compositon Note Books 1.99x2=3.98
J&J Red Cross First Aid Kits .99x10= 9.90
Poly Letter Envelope .39
CVS/Caliber Binder Clips .39
Pencil Sharpener .29x2=.58
#2 Penciles 10 ct .29x2=.58
Renuzit Adjustables Buy 2 Get 1 FREE .99x3=2.97
Select Avery- Write on Tabs 48ct, 6 Pocket Organizer,Style Edge Porfolio, 5 Tab Dividers 2/$4

Total 30.73

-5/$30
-8.96 ECB'S=16.77

-9.90
-.99=
5.88x7.125%tax=6.30 OOP

[MichiganMan]

Holy frijoles, Sarahjane ... your brain is like a computer.

I think the decision really boils down to whether or not you are going to be doing another transaction that is greater than $25 before coupons, before that $5/$25 expires. If you are, then I think it makes sense to consider scenarios 2-5 ... but if not, then scenario 1 is your best bet.

Out of scenarios 2-5, I think I like #5 best ... I focus on keeping the OOP as low as possible. Others might choose #3, because your ECB return will be higher. But again, I focus on OOP.

Good luck ... I hope your store has all of that stuff in stock for you!

[sarahjane0721]

Yes I have alot of time on my hands so I come up with different scenarios.. Thanks,... I might Go with 5 or 2... Depending on my money situatiion. I am only 21 and only recive SSI. So not alot of extra money here.. I do what I can with what I have... Ya know