Much talk is being made about how to make some extra money during this down economy, but if you could SAVE money in addition to trying to earn a little extra money, the end result would be a big boost for your household and your checking account!

I've been reading so many of the coupon blogs, such as ShopperStrategy.com that tell about how they're saving between 60% to 90% on their grocery and drug store bills by using coupons and store "deals".   Now, when there is only a limited amount of income coming into the house, say you're on unemployment compensation since you've been laid off, if you could get $150 worth of groceries for $20 - $30, would you be interested in learning how??????

The coupon bloggers have great information on how to get started and what you need to do in order to get those great deals.  I truly believe that the "coupon era" has just begun!  Your local Sunday newspaper always has a bunch of coupons, and check out the grocery store, CVS and Walgreens flyers that come out in the newspaper for some great deals as well.

Once you get started clipping those coupons, you might want to head on over to CouponClutch.com to get your own designer tote coupon carrier to organize all the coupons you're getting.

Every dollar you can SAVE on grocery and drug store items is an extra dollar that can go towards the power bill, the gas bill, or even put them towards your house payment or rent.

Are you a couponer now?  Let me know how you're doing and how much you're saving.