Move over baseball: Saving money might just be America's favorite pastime, after all. According to a 2017 Gallup Poll, 59 percent of Americans say that they prefer saving money to spending it. That number jumps to a staggering 63 percent among people who feel financially strained. However, with the cost of living dramatically outpacing wages, it can often feel like saving enough cash is virtually impossible.
Luckily, even if you can't magically add zeroes to your paycheck, you can still cut down the amount you're spending without virtually zero effort. Couponing has become increasingly mainstream in recent years, with approximately 305 billion consumer packaged goods coupons distributed in the United States each year.
However, you don't have to spend your time asking your neighbors for their junk mail or lug a folder full of clipped coupons to the supermarket anymore. Countless retailers are now offering instant online coupons that can help you save money and stretch your paycheck further than you ever thought possible, and we've rounded up our favorites. And when you want to keep more money in the bank, discover the 40 Easy Ways to Stretch Your Paycheck!
1 | Target
ShutterstockWhile it may feel like it's impossible to hit up Target without handing over your life savings, there's a simple way to save at this mega-retailer. Target.com offers coupons that you can use either online or in-store on countless products ranging from moisturizer to mac and cheese. Want to start your path toward financial success today? Make like the 1 percent and follow the 25 Daily Habits Rich People Swear By.
2 | Bed Bath & Beyond
ShutterstockThe ultimate everything store is known for its amazing coupons, and now, they're available online, too. In fact, Bed Bath & Beyond will give you a 20 percent off coupon just for signing up for mobile offers.
3 | ULTA
ShutterstockBeauty megastore ULTA is certainly generous when it comes to coupons. The store rolls out new coupons that can be used online, on the ULTA app, and in stores, a few times a month. And for more great shopping advice, here are the 18 Secrets Salespeople Don't Want You to Know.
4 | P&G Everyday
Procter & Gamble, the parent company behind brands like Bounty paper towels, Crest, Downy, Febreze, Pantene, and Vicks, has some of the best coupons on the internet. Procter & Gamble's P&G Everyday site offers digital coupons in addition to print-at-home coupons, and coupon booklets; you can even request free product samples on their site. And make those savings count in the long run by following the 25 Rules for a Wealthy Retirement!
5 | CVS
ShutterstockSave yourself the extra-long CVS receipt and sign up for their ExtraBucks program to save serious money instead. Automatically linked to your CVS card, this program provides personalized coupons based on what you purchase the most.
6 | Toys "R" Us
ShutterstockAnyone with little ones can tell you that those must-have toys add up. Luckily, Toys "R" Us offers digital and printable coupons via their site, which can help you avoid decimating your savings when the holidays roll around.
7 | Babies "R" Us
ShutterstockFortunately, the same goes for Toys "R" Us' sister store, Babies "R" Us, which offers generous coupons on everything from squeeze packs to pacifiers throughout your kids' baby years. Whether your savings goals are small or large, the 14 Money-Saving Habits to Adopt This Year will help you reach them faster than you thought possible.
8 | Macy's
Casimiro PT / Shutterstock.comMacy's stores are about as ubiquitous in malls as the smell of Cinnabon. The next time you're picking out a prom dress or buying new bedsheets, make sure you're armed with one of Macy's' digital coupons, which can save you cash on virtually anything online or in-store. And if you're shopping for new duds, don't miss the 30 Best Ways to Spend Money on Clothes.
9 | Seventh Generation
ShutterstockSaving the planet and saving money can go hand-in-hand, after all. In fact, natural home supplies brand Seventh Generation, which makes everything from recycled paper towels to household cleaners, offers some amazing coupons to customers willing to test their products for them.
10 | Carter's
ShutterstockBabies grow out of clothing so quickly that many parents will find themselves spending money on outfits their little ones never even wear. Luckily, Carter's regularly offers coupons of up to 20 percent on their merchandise via their website, making you feel a little less guilty about those items that don't make it into your baby's regular rotation.
11 | JC Penney
ShutterstockWhile JC Penney's brick-and-mortar stores are closing left and right, the brand's digital sales are still going strong. In fact, the company is still providing some serious discounts to shoppers, with coupons up to 60 percent off available on their website.
12 | Walgreens
ShutterstockSave a tree and save money in the process by signing up for digital coupons from Walgreens. This pharmacy giant will send coupons on everything from cosmetics to cleaning supplies right to your Balance Rewards card.
13 | Hotels.com
There's no denying that travel is expensive, but Hotels.com's coupons certainly make those expeditions more wallet-friendly. The company offers new promo codes every month, saving you anywhere from tens to hundreds of dollars along the way.
14 | Best Buy
ShutterstockElectronics are always costly, but that doesn't mean you have to hand over your whole paycheck every time you step into Best Buy. In fact, the company offers some steep discounts on their merchandise by way of online coupons, so make sure you've checked out their site before you shop. And when you do feel like splurging, treat yourself to one of the 20 Purchases That Are Always Worth the Money.
15 | Coupons.com
If you're looking to save money, but don't know where to start, Coupons.com is a lifesaver. This website indexes coupons from various brands, making it easy to find everything you need to save huge amounts of money in one place.
16 | Shop Rite
ShutterstockWe're spending a boatload of money every single week on food: $173 for young adults, and even more for high earners, according to Gallup. The good news? You can cut those grocery bills in half with some of Shop Rite's easy digital coupons.
17 | Pampers
ShutterstockThe average American family will go through more than 2,500 diapers in their child's first year of life alone. As you'd imagine, that can mean spending some serious money keeping your baby dry, too. Fortunately, Pampers offers digital coupons that can help new parents make it through that first year unscathed (at least financially).
18 | Travelocity
Before you book your next trip, check out Travelocity's promo codes. Each month, this travel website updates their digital coupons, offering huge savings to customers on everything from hotel rooms to flights to vacation packages. The next time you're looking to travel, book a trip to one of The 5 Best Exotic Getaways for 2018!
19 | Colgate
ShutterstockKeep those pearly whites clean and polished by checking out the special offers at Colgate. The oral care giant will even give you $7 in coupons just for providing them your email address.
20 | Groupon
Casimiro PT / Shutterstock.comWhen you don't know what you're looking for, but know that you want it for cheap, Groupon is the place to find it. From tickets to shows to luxury vacations to knee braces, this site's coupons and goods can help you keep a whole lot more money in your pocket. Want to supersize your savings this year? Start with the 52 Ways to Be Smarter With Money in 2018.
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