Biblical Womanhood: Frugal Fridays: Rite Aid and Save Mart

Thursday, August 16, 2007

Frugal Fridays: Rite Aid and Save Mart

Sadly, we don't have a Rite Aid anywhere near us, but for those who do, Katie wrote:

I don't know if you have Rite Aid drug stores in the Midwest, but if you do, you may want to check them out. Up until a month ago, their prices were pretty horrible. However, they recently merged with Eckerd Drugs, and now it looks like they're trying to give CVS a run for their money.

By combining deals, coupons, and rebates, I have gotten many good-to-great deals over the past few weeks, on everything from lightbulbs to deodorant. I've been especially happy with Rite Aid's deals on high-quality shampoo: last week I got a free bottle of Garnier Fructis, and two weeks prior I got a free bottle of Herbal Essences. I didn't even have coupons; they were both free-after-rebate. I also like the fact that Rite Aid's weekly deals are typically different than CVS's, so I'm able to get lots of variety from my bargain shopping!

The only downside is that, instead of getting instant rebate coupons, you have to enter receipt information online and request a check by mail. Still, it's quick and easy to do, and more than worth the time. This August, I've spent 3.59 at Rite Aid, and come away with a whole cabinet full of toiletries, cleaning supplies, and non-prescription medications, much of which I've been able to share with others. -Katie

For those in California, Ruth shared this tip:

For your blog readers in California, the supermarket chain Save Mart has printable coupons on their website, including several for their healthier foods and products, such as Simple Green cleaner, SO Delicious Soy Ice Cream products, Tofutti products, Soy Dream and Rice Dream products, Purely Decadent Dairy Free products, Eighth Continent Soy Milk, and others, as well as produce items. These are discounts that are only available through the printed coupons, and they make the items much less expensive than health food stores or even Trader Joe's.

Granted, it's still partially processed food, but for a healthier, guilt free (or at least guilt minimized!) treat for the extreme crunchies or the lactose intolerant, it's a good savings option. The coupons can be downloaded by going here and then choosing the coupon option in the right-hand column. - Ruth

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14 Comments:

Beth @ The Natural Mommy said...: Yay, I'm first! Thanks for the tips Crystal... I'll keep it in mind if we ever live near either of those stores. :-); 9:26 PM
Arlene said...: Oops, sorry for the double post! This is my first time using a Mr. Linky... and my first FF! :) Thanks for hosting this; these tips are always a help!; 9:33 PM
Melissa said...: Whoa, it is great to know that Ride Aid has dropped its prices. I went there once with some good coupons, but I left without buying anything because even with coupons, the prices on the items I wanted to buy were astronomical, higher than I'd ever seen for health and beauty items anywhere. It's about time! Thanks for the tip.; 9:56 PM
Keren said...: Rite Aid is for sure a great deal. In fact, it makes CVS and Walgreens look like a rip-off! ;) I have found that things listed in CVS/Walgreens ads are most often cheaper at Walgreens, as well. (They were running the same specials a few weeks ago.)

On a similar rebate note, keep your eyes on Staples and Office Depot ads--they often have items that are free after rebates.; 11:01 PM
Debbie J. said...: Now that Eckerds is Rite Aid, we have access to a Rite Aid and I need to check out their rebate system. Doing it on line would be nice! Thanks, Debbie; 6:41 AM
Stephanie said...: This is good to know, and I like how their rebate program is set up also. I am quite frustrated with Walgreens rebates. Every month I have a problem. This month they sent my rebate to the wrong zip code (their error) now I have to wait 30 days to claim a loss and then they will resend it. Also the customer service at our local Walgreens is horrible. The closest CVS is about 40 minutes away so I am reluctant to make that trip on most weeks. Rite Aid is next to our discount grocery store! It used to be Brooks which never had good deals! Thanks!; 7:10 AM
Myfriendconnie@SmockityFrocks said...: Thank you, Crystal.; 7:56 AM
Laura said...: Thanks for the tips. We don't have Rite Aid or Save Mart in my area, but my MIL does.

My FF is on how we save money on haircuts.; 9:41 AM
Sheila Dougal said...: I love Frugal Fridays! Thanks Crystal and everyone who contributes!; 11:40 AM
Nikki said...: Thanks so much for the RiteAid tip - I always get my meds there! Going to check there for some new deals today!
Blessings!; 2:03 PM
Alexandra said...: Great tip...I love those Rite Aid rebates.; 4:01 PM
Anonymous said...: Cyrstal,

If you have an Eckards, it has been bought out by Rite Aid. They are working on changing the names/signs.; 6:28 PM
Anonymous said...: Well this is my frugal tip. I like to listen to a radio program called Money Matters, hosted by Crown Financial Ministries. I listen almost daily because the host has a number of great money management tips and gives you advice on getting out of debt. They also have resources to help you budget. One of Crown's resources my husband and I use is the money map. It helps you goal set for the future and helps you celebrate your successes when you meet a financial goal. If you would like to know more about Crown Financial Ministries, you can go online at www.crown.org and find out more about them. They are a great resource for advice on getting out of debt.

In Christ,

Charlotte; 9:52 AM
Candy Foote said...: Hey, I decided to joing the fun!
I just added my name to your Frugal Friday list!

Thanks,
Candy; 5:00 PM

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