Below is a list of all the possible acronyms you will run across while couponing. Many of these are found in deal scenarios or even the Faithful Provisions Coupon Database.
- SS – Smart Source insert (Sunday paper); weekly
- RP – RedPlum insert (Sunday paper); weekly
- P&G – Proctor & Gamble insert (Sunday paper); monthly
- GM – General Mills insert (Sunday paper); random
- WYB (wyb)– When You Buy
- PSA (psa)– Prices Start At
- Blinkie – Red box that dispenses coupons; attached to a shelf
- Catalina – Coupons that print at the register and are given with the receipt (These are mfg coupons and usually can be used at ANY store.)
- IP – Internet printable coupons
- Rolling – Roll your money over to the next transaction
- Stacking – Using a manufacturer coupon with a store coupon
- IVC – Instant Value Coupon (Walgreens store coupon found in monthly booklet)
- RR –Register Rewards (Walgreens “cash” type of coupon) – use on future transaction within expiration period
- ECB –Extra Care Bucks (CVS rebate tenders)
- SCR – Single Check Rebates (RiteAid’s monthly rebate program)
- In-Ad Coupons – Walgreens weekly ad coupons
- OOP – Out of Pocket
- YMMV – Your Mileage May Vary. It will depend on the store/cashier/manager to see if that particular deal/scenario will work.
- Fillers – Items you add to your purchase to get your total up. Usually to be able to use a $x off $xx coupon.
- Overages – Potential profit after using a coupon with a sale item
- BOGOF / B1G1F – Buy One Get One Free, usually stores allow you to purchase one at 50% off.
- $1/1 or $1/2 – $1 off 1 item, or $1 off 2 items
