Basics of Walgreens' Rebate Program: Getting Free Stuff You Will Use

What is better than free stuff from the store? Free stuff that you will use, of course! Most of us could not imagine a store giving away free things. OK, the taste samples in the produce section or the sausage samples on Saturdays that you find in the frozen section do not count. I am talking things like toothpaste, hair gel, body wash, shampoo, razor, etc. And no, these are not the sample sized versions that last you only one or two uses. These are full sized varieties that you may spend two, three, or even four dollars on that the store is instead will to give you for free.

If you have ever shopped at Walgreen's, you know that when you come in, there is a stand somewhere close by the front door that holds the weekly circular. Have you ever noticed the little booklets that are also on that stand? Have you ever picked one up? Next time you are in, you should. Let me show you what is in there and how to use it to your benefit. It really is not that hard, though I'll show you some steps at the end to take it to the next level of saving money by using coupons and sales.

First, you have to visit Walgreen's and pick up a booklet or go online to view an electronic version. They put out a new Easy Saver booklet every month, though it does not always line up with the exact beginning and ending date. Usually I find it starts and ends a few days early. Like I mentioned above, these are right inside the front door where the weekly circulars are. If there are none left, ask the cashier for a copy.

Secondly, glance through the booklet. If you have never done this I would suggest doing this at home where you can look through it several times to get familiar with the layout. On the front cover you will see the dates that this month's rebate period is good for. Make note of these as it is quite annoying to find that the rebate period for the month ended on the 27^th and even though you bought the item on the 29^th it will not work.