Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Tips on how to save money at the grocery store

It is easy to get carried away while shopping at the grocery store. Luckily, we've compiled these money saving tips to help you keep your pockets lined, while getting the groceries you need.

The following are top tips for frugal grocery shopping:

Don't shop hungry
Whatever you do, don't head to the grocery store hungry. This will guarantee ridiculous spending on food items you don't need. If you are in a rush, bring a snack with you to eat before you enter the store. If you are already at the store, hit up the samples at the deli counter first.

Stick to the list
Only buy items on your grocery list. If you see things that look really good, keep them in your mind, and add them to your list for next week's shopping. If you begin to buy things that aren't on your list, you will end up over-spending.

Buy generic
There's no reason to buy brand names, especially on packaged items such as chips and ketchup. You will save a lot of money this way.

Clip coupons
Make sure you clip coupons! Coupons can turn a lot of expensive items into deals. You can find coupons in your Sunday newspaper, online, and at specific brand websites. Clip away!

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