Difficulty:
Easy
Cost:
$1-$50
Average rating:
Due to the rise of prices in recent years, and the depletion of natural resources ranging from water, to petrol, to clean air, there is a great demand on saving. We are responsible for utilizing what we have wisely and intelligently in order to continue living in this world. Some ways of saving some cash can be integrated through our shopping habits.

Here are a few hints:
Step 1:

Using coupons can save you a bunch of cash. You can find them in your Sunday paper as well as in your mail box or even online. Sometimes you find them in the back of your receipt or at the supermarket. Some stores have coupons for purchasing that are worth more than a certain dollar amount.

To make them most effective, sort them out into categories like cleaning products, cereal, soup, and personal care items. Also swap with friend or neighbors, and make sure to pay attention to expiration dates.

Step 2:

Save at least 15%! on your grocery bill by selecting store brands instead of commercial brands. Ask the store manager about next week's sale specials.

Step 3:

Watch for PER UNIT price. It is usually on the price tag on the shelf, that will help when comparing prices. For example, you can find that a product that is 10 cent per unit costs one dollar and another of the same product that is 8 cent per unit costs a dollar fifty, and second one is twice as much of the product in quantity.

Step 4:

Keep an eye on the scanner at the checkout. Make sure the items you picked out are at the advertised price.

Step 5:

Be aware of displays. Sale items could be placed with non-sale items. Just because soft drinks are a bargain does not mean that the potato chips on the shelf underneath are a bargain too.

Step 6:

Go shopping when you have had a meal, because you tend to buy more of your favorite items when you are hungry. Using day-old bread will save you extra, if you know where and when to buy them.

Step 7:

Make a list of items you intend to buy (i.e. use a pre-made grocery list).

Step 8:

Last but not least, when grocery shopping, stick to FOOD SHOPPING. Batteries, movies, and other non-food item are usually less expensive elsewhere.

Thats it! hopefully this will help save some extra pennies you can use when times get tough.

Be the First to Comment on this Article