Jargon. Plenty of it here in the bargain world too. Below is a list of common acronyms used in bargain-speak. Once you're hip to this jive you'll set the world on fire with your savings.
Ad Q = a coupon found inside a store ad
B1G1/BOGO = Buy 1, Get 1
CRT= Cash register Tape- coupons that print on your receipt
CAT= Catalina coupon- a coupon that prints on a separate machine at the checkout
ECB = Extra Care Bucks, CVS coupons that print on your receipt, can be used like cash at CVS
HCW = Hot coupon world, www.hotcouponworld.com
MNF/MQ = Manufacturer's coupon
OYNO = On your next order
OOP = Out of Pocket, final cash cost
P&G = Proctor & Gamble
Q = coupon
RP= Red Plum
RR = Register Rewards- like ECBs only at Walgreens
SASE = Self addressed stamped envelope
SS = Smart Source coupon insert
V = Valassis coupon insert
Wags = Walgreens
WYB = when you buy
Every store is a bit different, but there are some general rules for coupons. Here are the coupon policies for several stores you'll find throughout the pages of Bargain High. Remember, coupon fraud is bad for us all. Don't be the one to ruin all our fun!
Target
Coupon Policy
Price Match Policy
Walgreens
Coupon Policy
