It’s no secret that groceries are more expensive than they were a few years ago. Even though inflation rates have gone down, prices are still high, and everyone’s looking for ways to save money at the grocery store. Try some of the tips we have here!
Make a List
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This will save you time, but it will also save you money. That’s because going in knowing what you need cuts down on impulsive buying.
Don’t Shop When Hungry
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When you’re hungry, you’ll buy more food because everything looks so good and your stomach wants to be fed. Shopping on a full stomach is another way to reduce impulse purchases.
Get the Card
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A lot of grocery stores offer sale prices to “members” who have a store discount card. Some find it annoying to have to fill out forms and provide personal information, but you can save a lot of money with these cards. Plus, you can opt out of the emails and texts you get after they have your information.
Buy Bulk
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If your grocery store has a bulk section, take advantage of it. When you buy in bulk, the unit cost is lower, and there’s also less packaging that ends up being waste. You can get a lot more at lower cost than buying the same amount in smaller sizes.
Go Generic
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Most major grocery stores carry store brands of many everyday items that are a lot cheaper than the name brands are. The quality is still good, and in many cases, the big-name companies actually make the products.
Look for In-Store Coupons
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Stores often hang coupons by specific products. The discount might apply just to a certain product, but it may also apply to multiple items and/or include free products if you buy a specified amount of something else.
Shop the Perimeter
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If you shop around the perimeter, you’ll mostly see fresh foods. They’ll often be cheaper than their equivalents in the aisle are. The canning, packaging, freezing, etc. drive costs up.
Check Out Unit Prices
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A classic store tactic is to put two similar products priced very differently right next to each other. Often, the “cheaper” product actually costs more because the price tag might be lower but the quantity is much lower. Reputable grocery stores display unit prices; check them.
Order Online
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This is a little like using a list and not shopping when hungry; you’re more likely to buy what you need, not what your eyes and your rumbling stomach advise. Be aware of added “convenience” fees, though.
Set a Budget
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If you limit your spending to a certain amount, you can help yourself avoid buying things you might suddenly want but don’t really need. This can also help you choose generic brands over pricier name brands.
Shop in Season
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Learn what the prime seasons for fresh fruits, vegetables, and other foods are. They’ll be cheaper during those times. During the off-season, you’ll pay a lot more for those foods due to the transportation costs.
Look for Markdowns
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Many stores put certain items on sale. They’ll also mark things down if they’re close to their sell-by or use-by dates. You can save a lot of money if you keep an eye out as you go up and down the aisles.
12 Foods To NEVER Eat After They Expire (Throw Them Away Immediately)
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The “Sell by” date on food packaging tells how long the food can stay on shelves, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that’s when it expires. On the other hand, the “Best by” or “Use by” date is something to really pay attention to.
Some foods can be fine well past that date, but others don’t, and consuming them can lead to food poisoning, a trip to the hospital, or worse. Following are some foods you should never consume after they expire.
12 Foods To NEVER Eat After They Expire (Throw Them Away Immediately)
10 Beers Americans Can’t Stop Guzzling
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Each generation has its favorites when it comes to everything from apps to restaurants. They have clear preferences for certain beers as well. Boomers, Gen Xers, and Millenials each have favorite beers that are their go-to beverage for a night out.
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