Agency officials attribute the decrease since partly to the smaller force and base and store closures. Some manufacturers are trying different selling strategies, cutting back on coupons or discarding them altogether in favor of lower shelf prices. Customer feedback, however, also reveals less time and inclination and the perception that coupons are less valuable these days. The commissary market is still ripe for plenty of savings though. As an incentive, put away your coupon savings in a separate account for something special.
Some families find they save enough money for an annual vacation.
They also learn the value of saving and smart shopping. Smaller sizes may be better deals when you use coupons.