When I get the urge to shop and don't want to spend a lot of money, I go to the dollar store. It's a great way to squelch the urge and I can get a few inexpensive items that I usually need.
By Kim from Franklin Park, IL
If you see an item that you may want that has a good sale price, and are not sure if you have some at home, buy it anyway because you can always return it with your sales receipt.
Start your shopping list down an inch or two on the paper, then fold it over the front of the supermarket trolley and clip with a spring hair grip. Then you can see at a glance what's on your list. By Lizaixi
When getting ready to go grocery shopping I always need to make sure I have a list. We live 30 miles from Canon City, Co in the mountains and can't run to the store every time I need something.
One of the best ways to save money on clothing, accessories, and shoes is to avoid purchasing duplicates of what you already have. To do this, simply make it a habit to shop your closets and drawers, and anything you may have placed in storage first.
Just before going grocery shopping, log on and read the latest ThriftyFun tips. You'll be inspired to keep your spending down, so you'll save lots of cash!
I purchased a special pen which attaches to a lanyard around my neck. I bring it with me when I go shopping to make sure I (a.) cross everything off my list and therefore do not miss anything, and (b.) never lose my pen.
Write down which items are in which aisle numbers in your grocery store. Then order your shopping list accordingly and you won't find yourself re-tracing your steps a million times.
I always spend less money if I use cash instead of my debit card or check book. An excellent tip that I have used for years is so easy. When I shop...
Tips to consider when you go shopping. Post your ideas.
- Don't Shop Hungry -
# 1 rule! Always eat before you go shopping! You will buy less junk and save lots of money even without coupons.
- Shop Healthy -
To shop for healthy foods try shopping only around the perimeter of the store - - one big square. You'll get fruits and veggies, dairy and meats that way and you will avoid the very costly processed foods
- Grocery Shopping Online -
I've just recently started grocery shopping online. If this convenience is available in your area, give it a try. I've found myself actually spending LESS because I do not impulse buy. It takes me about an hour online to place an order. In 1-2 days, a friendly young man actually CARRIES all my groceries into my kitchen for me! And, I've gained my weekend back, because I used to waste my entire Saturday shopping from store to store.
Debbie
Avoid buying food that is not on your shopping list. People
buy an average of one unplanned item per aisle at the
supermarket.
Marta - Chicago
we set a monthly budget. i make a menu and a list from it. know whats on sale. combine with coupons. stock up on sale items, especially meat, but only if you already get it regularly. buy family packs and divide them, put in zip bags or wrap in saran type wrap and freeze. freeze bread--buy the day old stuff. freeze in season produce or buy frozen--often healthier and cheaper!make the right size portions and do not overbuy unfreezable perishables.. remember dehydration saves stuff too.
We find a lot of shopping tips bouncing around the net. "Don't shop hungry. Shop alone. Befriend your butcher. Use coupons." Below you will find a few tips that I haven't seen published as often.
Here are a few shopping tips.
Before you go to the grocery story, clean out your fridge to make room for the new groceries. It makes it easier to rotate your food and avoid nasty leftovers.
Anytime you walk into any store, see if they have a flyer available. Often you can get coupons inside the store or at least find out what's on sale.
Grocery stores try to put the items they would like you to buy at eye level on the shelves. Look up and down and try to avoid buying items from the end of the isles unless you know it's a good deal.
When you buy an item don't use it right away. Wait a week or so because in a week the item will be cheaper and you can take it back to get the discounted price!
By Mareshah Chappell
When you need food and are on a low income, try shopping at a Dollar Store, Cost U Less, or other discount stores.
By Ginger Morris
If you get a carryout meal, only to get home and it's not exactly what you ordered, by all means, keep your sales receipt. Stop back in and tell the management about your purchase. They'll most likely make it to your liking.
Before going shopping, go online first and check out that store's website. If you You might find some printable discount coupons to take with you to save you some money.
Despite what they say in their advertisements, stores aren't out to save shoppers money. Their business is to make money, and the better they are at doing just that the more profitable the franchise.
I use a digital camera when I go to the home-improvement store for help. I just painted a bathroom and took with me a picture of the existing fixtures and floor-tile color.
Only buy products that have good warranties in the first place, and say "No" when a checker offers you an impulse warranty on electronics. If you are afraid that the product will not last past the manufacturers warranty, it's probably not worth buying.
Before purchasing something from a store, make sure you know and understand their return policies, and how they apply to what you are buying.
