Question: How can I save on groceries?
Answer: First of all, create and use a shopping list. Plan what your meals will be for the week, create a list of what you need to purchase to make those meals and only buy
what you need – no impulse shopping! After you have made your list, study your weekly ads for the best deals. Some stores will price-match other store’s ads for the same item (quantity, size, etc) so you don’t have to drive around to all the stores. Use your weekly newspaper coupons or go online to find coupons for items that you need (it doesn’t save money to buy something just because you have a coupon for it). Another tip – if you have the funds, stock up when case-lot sales occur or when you find a really good price for something you use a lot of. If there is a great deal on something in bulk, split the item and cost with neighbors, family, or friends. Case-lot sales are happening now at many of the local grocery stores! Back-to-school sales in July and August also generally have good deals on snack items, cereals and items for school lunches, so stock up on food items as well as your school supplies!
Great Coupons Sites:
Pinchingyourpennies.com
Coupons.com
Smartsource.com
Redplum.com
Gurusdeals.com
If you have additional suggestions or great coupon sites, please share by posting a comment.
This Question and Answer Section addresses the topics that most concern you. The next newsletter will be coming out in April, so start thinking and submitting your questions, ideas and suggestions. If your question is selected, you can earn a small prize (small print disclaimer: reserved for members of the ward). But anyone is welcome to ask questions.
Answer: First of all, create and use a shopping list. Plan what your meals will be for the week, create a list of what you need to purchase to make those meals and only buy
what you need – no impulse shopping! After you have made your list, study your weekly ads for the best deals. Some stores will price-match other store’s ads for the same item (quantity, size, etc) so you don’t have to drive around to all the stores. Use your weekly newspaper coupons or go online to find coupons for items that you need (it doesn’t save money to buy something just because you have a coupon for it). Another tip – if you have the funds, stock up when case-lot sales occur or when you find a really good price for something you use a lot of. If there is a great deal on something in bulk, split the item and cost with neighbors, family, or friends. Case-lot sales are happening now at many of the local grocery stores! Back-to-school sales in July and August also generally have good deals on snack items, cereals and items for school lunches, so stock up on food items as well as your school supplies!Great Coupons Sites:
Pinchingyourpennies.com
Coupons.com
Smartsource.com
Redplum.com
Gurusdeals.com
If you have additional suggestions or great coupon sites, please share by posting a comment.
This Question and Answer Section addresses the topics that most concern you. The next newsletter will be coming out in April, so start thinking and submitting your questions, ideas and suggestions. If your question is selected, you can earn a small prize (small print disclaimer: reserved for members of the ward). But anyone is welcome to ask questions.
1 comment:
I just went shopping with the grocery guru on Monday and I am really excited about using his system. I did find a few clitches however, so I will be adapting a few of my trade secrets to further my savings!
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