Tuesday's Tip- Grocery Shopping Tips

Here are some tips to save money while shopping for groceries. I personally have tried every one of these tips and will strongly advise you to give them a try!

Before Shopping:

• Check your pantry and fridge to see what you have. (Especially produce)


• Prepare a menu for the week around what you already have and whats for sale that week.


• Shop for items BEFORE you run out of them, otherwise you will pay any price to get the item when you need it.


• Browse the Supermarket flier for sales and specials.


• Make a shopping list.


• Make a coupon list.


• Avoid shopping when hungry.


• Shop without children (if you can).

While Shopping:

• Use your shopping list.


• Know what is a good price to pay for an item. Sale doesn't always mean a good price.


• Look for sale items and stock up on the things you will need.


• STOCKPILE! STOCKPILE! STOCKPILE!


• Compare prices (generic vs brand name & different sizes of packaging)


• Use store specific savings cards.


• Buy in season fruit and vegetables.


• Check for reduced price merchandise (Bread, dairy and produce).

After Shopping:

• Check your receipt very carefully.


• Send away for rebates.


• Return damaged or defective products.


• Remember what store has low prices for what items.

Coupon Basics:

• Get a coupon organizer and organize your coupons.


• Only use coupons on items you would normally buy.


• Print coupons at home for items on your shopping list.


• Know your store's coupon doubling policy.


• Combine coupons with rebates for extra savings.


• Use Coupons for sale items in stores that will double or triple the coupon value to yield maximum savings!!!