[mikes02ls1]

Member name: mikes02ls1

Name: Michael Allen

Location: Casa Grande, AZ

Stores I Shop at: Fry's, SafeWay, Albertsons, Wal-Mart

Weekly grocery budget: 150.00

Number of people in my family: 3

Number of pets: 1

Years Couponing/Refunding: 2 months

Favorite Coupon of all time: Don't have one yet.

What I hope to get from AFC: To learn how to get a 95% savings at the register.

Hobbies/Interests: Cars, and my detail company.

[babymk]

Just remember that although extreme couponing may seem awesome, your experiences are most likely not to add up like theirs. Why? Extreme couponing is reality tv. It's not real. You can find some really great deals, but they most likely won't be the same as on extreme couponing.

[ashedahdawn]

I agree with babymk. I have also noticed on the show that they normally only buy a few items and alot of the few items. im new to the couponing and i am happy with saving 50% on my trips and i usually only buy what i need.

[nomadicpixie]

We are glad to have you here. AFC is a wonderful place and offers immense resources, but it can be overwhelming. That is especially true if you are new to couponing as well. I thought these links might help you get settled in a little easier:

If the strange abbreviations make your head spin I recommend you check out the acronyms. To find your stores feel free to look here. Also, this is a great section called Couponing 101 to better understand coupons, and for help in understanding how AFC works check out AFC 101. To get a handle on the basics please read my beginners post here, and it can also be found in the Couponing 101 section. If you are specifically on the hunt for printable coupons check out this printables area. We aren't only about coupons here - come and play around in daily stop for chit chat and such.

Remember Couponing is a marathon not a sprint. Extreme is on TV, not in reality. Take your time, have patience, and read. Don't expect miracles the first day. Please don't hesitate to jump on in and explore AFC. We are glad to have you.

[mikes02ls1]

Thank you everyone. Yes the show maybe far fetch for the normal shoppers. I want to learn how I can save on my grocery bill, which is 250 bi weekly. I guess start small, and work myself up to bigger savings. If I can get more food then I need, and can donate to my church, or give to someone that is needy. I would love to get 250-300 in food and walk out with only paying 100 or less. I would love to learn all the tricks needed to save.

[EStimpert]

Im new to this site as well, and it seems like a great place with wonderful people who share everything there is to couponing, the right way! Good luck!