Example of Savings

Here is a sample CVS trip, to give you an idea about how this all works. This is what I bought:

The Breakdown:

• 2 CoverGirl Wetslicks @ $5.99
• 1 Goodys 6-pack Headache Powder @ $1.79
• 3 Suave Body Washes @ $2

Subtotal: $19.77

I paid with:

• Manufacturer coupons: (total = $10.99)
  
  • 1 BOGO CoverGirl Lipcolor
  • 1 $1/1 CoverGirl Lipcolor
  • 2 $2/1 Suave Body Wash
    

• CVS coupons: (total = $2)
  
  • 1 $2/10
    

• ECBs: (total = $6)
  
  • $6

Total OOP (out of pocket): $1.38 (includes tax)

Total saved: $21.36

Got back $7.99 ECBs:

• $5.99 for the CoverGirl Lipcolor
• $2 for the 3 Suave Body Washes

In summary, I spent $1.38 OOP and $6 in ECBS to get $21.36 worth of products and $7.99 ECBs.

Spreadsheet form: