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Okay, so you've decided you're serious about saving money... now what? Well, I would suggest getting familiar with the many, many terms you'll run across quite frequently while browsing the web. At first, all the abbreviations will seem like some sort of a foreign language, but you'll be speaking the language like a native in no time.

I've compiled a list of the most common abbreviations and/or terms that you'll come across on various websites, blogs and/or forums. If you run across one not listed, please feel free to let me know and I'll be sure to update the list.

Types of Coupons:

MFR (Manufacturer) - Most coupons are manufacturer coupons (will say "Manufacturer Coupon" somewhere on the coupon... usually by the expiration date).

Store-specific - Coupons that are only valid at specific stores (*some stores do accept competitor coupons).

IP (Internet printable) - A coupon printed from the internet.

Blinkie - An in-store coupon dispenser near the product (usually a red blinking box).

Peelie - A coupon you peel off the product.

WT (Wine Tag) - Coupons usually found around the neck of wine bottles.

CAT (Catalina) - A coupon that prints at the register from a Catalina machine (hence the name).

CRT (Cash Register Tape) - Similar to a Catalina, but prints from the cash register following your receipt.

RR (Register Reward) - A Catalina from Walgreen's.

IVC (Instant Value Coupon) -Walgreen's store coupons found in their ads and/or coupon books.

ECB (Extra Care Buck) - A Catalina from CVS.

SCR (Single Check Rebate) - Rite Aids monthly rebate program.

Rite Aid Video Values - Rite Aid has short videos on their website. After viewing, you can print coupons for that specific product.

Weekly Coupon Inserts:

RP - Red Plum

SS - Smart Source

PG - Procter and Gamble

V - Valasis

* You will usually see these abbreviations in a form similar to this - SS 11/15/09. This is referring to the Smart Source insert from the November 15, 2009 Sunday paper.

* Also note that not every coupon insert is the same everywhere. One paper may have certain coupons and another will not. It's usually best to buy the "big city" papers as they usually have better/more coupons.

Other common terms/abbreviations:

OOP (Out of Pocket) - The amount of cash paid after all coupons, promotions and discounts.

OYNO (On Your Next Order) - You will sometimes receive a Catalina or coupon good for a certain amount off your next purchase. This is often abbreviated OYNO.

MIR (Mail-in Rebate) - Sometimes certain products will have a mail-in rebate attached to them.
FAR (Free After Rebate) - Some products offer a full rebate for the purchase price, or the product will end up being free after coupons and a MIR are applied.

PSA (Prices Starting At) - Because every location may have different prices, this is a common phrase used. It basically gives you an idea of what the price may be, but your store may be higher or lower.

UPC (Universal Product Code) - The bar code found on products.

YMMV (Your Mileage May Vary) - Some sales, promotions, coupon acceptance vary by location.

BOGO - Buy one item get one item free

B2G1 - Buy two items get one item free

$1/1; $1/2; etc - this refers to the coupon value and the number of products required for purchase i.e $1/1 would mean the coupon is $1 off 1 item; $1/2 is $1 off the purchase of 2 products and so forth.