Walgreens Why are certain topics not discussable on here?

[couponsmakecents]

Originally Posted by sbp I have to disagree with this. The manufacturer is the one footing the bill so they have every right to say what their coupon can be used on and what it can't be used for. It's the same right they exercise to say whether this coupon can be used on any size product of XYZ or if the coupon excludes trial size. And I also am offended by this comment as well. HCW is and always has been from day one, very firm in the stance that any discussions about anything that goes against store or coupon policy is not allowed. That doesn't make us 'religious' about couponing, it makes us honest. There are enough deals to be gotten legitimately, there's no need to cheat the system in order to get deals. There's plenty of couponers that feel the same way that I feel and that's why we're here rather than at any of the other sites out there.

[mama22qts]

^^^ YES! Perfect explanation.

[couponsmakecents]

Originally Posted by kidsrn I have the exact same philosophy as warcraftbaby----I NEVER use the RR on a product from that same manufacturer---irregardless of whether that item will produce a RR. It is just my way of keeping it kind of simple----if I never buy items from the same manufacturer then I never have to even worry that the RR won't print. As for the shady use of coupons, my philosophy is also simple----how I use coupons is a reflection of my own morality, honesty and integrity. I can't tell you how many cashiers say to me they never worry about my coupons (if they are incorrect, or out of date or anything else) b/c they know that I have never tried to cheat, manipulate, or do anything wrong with my coupons. As many before me have posted, there are MANY wonderful deals out there that can (and should) be done honestly and correctly. Why cheat when there is no need? I sleep well at night and am thankful to HCW for providing legit information in my coupon addiction!

Well said!!!

[mama22qts]

Well, Lisa, you and I were posting at the same time. I agree with you too but I was directing that at Julie...

(but I still love ya!)

[couponsmakecents]

Originally Posted by mama22qts Well, Lisa, you and I were posting at the same time. I agree with you too but I was directing that at Julie... (but I still love ya!)

I knew it was for Julie's post. Luv you back.

[hottm]

Originally Posted by mollysmom It should have printed. Must have been a catalina glitch. You can send in a form to catalina and get your RR. However this is a pain and I usually try to resolve the issue before I leave the store. Did you ?? the cashier about it. Sometimes the machine is not working or is "offline " for awhile. Sorry this happened it's frustrating.

Because my first ticket printed ok, I thought the second printed ok and did not realize this til after I left the store. The manager is grumpy and lectured me before on this issue, so even if I had caught it, Im not sure if he would have been receptive. The cashiers are low level workers who are at the mercy of the system. I don't blame them.

[queenofthehivemomof5]

Originally Posted by hottm Because my first ticket printed ok, I thought the second printed ok and did not realize this til after I left the store. The manager is grumpy and lectured me before on this issue, so even if I had caught it, Im not sure if he would have been receptive. The cashiers are low level workers who are at the mercy of the system. I don't blame them.

I am not sure if there is place online that you can print the form out to receive your Catalina coupon via snail mail. But I have had success going back to Walgreens and explaining to the cashier and/or manager that I bought "XYZ" product(s) and was supposed to get a Catalina coupon and it did not print. I bring the products in with me, as well as my receipt and sometimes they can refund and re-ring my purchase on a register that the Catalina machine is working on and get my Catalina coupon right then and there. If they don't do that I just ask them if they can give me the form to mail off for my missing Catalina coupon and they give me the form.

HTH

As far as the topic at hand about what can/cannot be discussed, I think my fellow admins, mods and great members have covered it. Questions are welcome, the discussion about how to defraud a store or manufacture is not allowed. We don't control what you do when you shop. We do however control what is allowed to be posted on our website. If you are ever in doubt we have a slew of moderators that you are welcome to message and ask your questions. I am always available to answer questions as well too!

[Supergirl9801]

Originally Posted by sbp I have to disagree with this. The manufacturer is the one footing the bill so they have every right to say what their coupon can be used on and what it can't be used for. It's the same right they exercise to say whether this coupon can be used on any size product of XYZ or if the coupon excludes trial size. And I also am offended by this comment as well. HCW is and always has been from day one, very firm in the stance that any discussions about anything that goes against store or coupon policy is not allowed. That doesn't make us 'religious' about couponing, it makes us honest. There are enough deals to be gotten legitimately, there's no need to cheat the system in order to get deals. There's plenty of couponers that feel the same way that I feel and that's why we're here rather than at any of the other sites out there.

I believe "honesty" is one of the main descriptions associated with religion .

OF COURSE, the MF has the right to set their own stipulations on coupons they issue...I just can't understand the marketing concept behind not allowing a coupon you issue to be used on your own products. It's just .

[queenofthehivemomof5]

Not all honest folks are religious, and not all religions are honest.

To say that to enforce the outlines on a coupon or promotion is religious is a bit off base in my opinion.

[talonts]

Originally Posted by mollysmom It should have printed. Must have been a catalina glitch. You can send in a form to catalina and get your RR. However this is a pain and I usually try to resolve the issue before I leave the store. Did you ?? the cashier about it. Sometimes the machine is not working or is "offline " for awhile. Sorry this happened it's frustrating.

I had this happen twice yesterday, and it was only 1 out of 3 RRs that didn't print in one case, and 1 out of 4 in the other (different WAGs, different items that had each worked before, no RR rolling attempted). I brought it to their attention, and in both cases, they did a quick return/rebuy of the item to see if it printed, and when it did in both cases, they just handed me the RRs, and that was that. No messing with forms to mail off.