1. Plan ahead. Take inventory of your pantry and refrigerator to see what you need before you go to the store. We found it best to make a list after a big spree to track what we really use and must have. This is always our shopping list, just replace what is missing. Planning ahead you are less likely to buy things you don't need any you know what your budget is.
1. Click or clip coupons. Coupons are still alive and well in some newspapers, fliers, and they are even more popular online. Sites like coupons.com offer coupons. You can even call most manufactures and ask for coupons.
1. Choose the right store. Check weekly store advertisements to look for sales, on items you buy regularly. It may be worth it to shop at a couple of different stores to get discounts on your favorite items.
1. Stock up during sales. When items you use regularly go on sale, that’s the right time to buy, especially if they have a long shelf life or can be frozen, and you have the space to store them.
1. Watch out for budget busters. Take a look at your grocery receipt and circle the most expensive items. On your next trip, see if there are lower-cost replacements. If not, consider making them occasional treats rather than regular purchases. Scallops is our weekly treat.
1. Do it yourself. Cut up your own fruits and veggies. I freeze my cut up peppers. Make your own cheese & cracker platters for snacks instead of paying extra for prepackaged, convenience foods. Your own will likely be fresher and taste better, as well.
1. Compare prices, including unit price. The quality of a store brand may be just as good as a popular brand, but less expensive. You may find it more cost effective to buy based on per unit or per serving price. Be sure to check the higher and lower shelves—the most expensive products are usually placed at eye-level.
1. Consider keeping non-grocery items separate. Personal care and paper products may be convenient at the grocery store, but you may find a better deal at discount stores. Personally I keep an eye on other stores, but usually with coupons and store coupons I find the best deals at the supermarket. Occasionally I will even purchase in bulk sizes.
1. Sign up for rewards. If your supermarket, restaurants, gas- stations, bars, etc. offers a loyalty card, buy 10 get one FREE or rewards program, TAKE ADVANTAGE of it. You may get instant savings at the cash register or unadvertised coupons on products you buy regularly. I have every store, however, with so many credit cards I cant hold onto those cards, my telephone number usually works, instead.
1. Grow your own. Having fresh and tasty veggies, fruit and/or herbs right outside your door may not only save money on your grocery bill, but also inspire you to do more cooking, which can add up to even bigger savings. I enjoy growing from seeds of things I ate and the bottoms. Example. tomatoes, peppers, carrots onions, celery and more.
1. I have grown celery, carrots, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes and more all fairly easily. Just watching them grow is exciting, since you can remember where you started.
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