Bonus @ Kroger, CVS and More!

So I stumbled across a CVS tweet a few weeks back about a new website called Savingstar.com.  I was not in a hurry to post so I could make sure that the service worked before letting others know about it. 

This site is free and pays you for some items you may already buy.  During registration, users are asked for the ZIP code.  Once entered, the site returns a list of all local stores with loyalty cards that can be used.  NOTE: I had to add a Kentucky ZIP to get Kroger listed, so if you have a Kroger Plus card and in Southern Indiana, you may have to adjust the ZIP.  Enter your loyalty card number (from Kroger Plus card, CVS ExtraCare...) and you are almost ready.  Go through the eCoupons and simply select the ones you want.  There is no cost to add these eCoupons to your loyalty card.  Now shop.

These eCoupons work a little different than other coupons as they do not immediately reduce the price of the item.  Instead, the stores report back to Savingstar what items you purchased.  If you purchased a qualified item, you will get credit for the item in your account.  Once you reach at least $5, you can request a check or donate your money to a charity.

Last month I purchased some Glad bags from Kroger.  I used a $.75 off coupon on this $3 item.  I also added the $.75 eCoupon from Savingstar before I checked out.  I logged into my account this week and noticed the $.75 credit in my account.  This coupled with my $.75 paper coupon gave me $1.50 this item!  50% savings using just one paper coupon.

Coupons update every month, so add them to your card now.