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Buy More for Less: How to Save Money on Groceries

  • September 27, 2021
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  • Rene
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Over time and again, financial literacy has been one of the most discussed and neglected issues in many communities.

Buy More for Less: How to Save Money on Groceries

Some will agree that it is a basic concept for people to consider. However, in the academic world, handling finances has not been specifically included in the curriculum.

Aside from the bookish information and lots of financial influencers stressing the importance of handling money, it is safe to say that it is still a struggle on how to make the most of it.

Unless you were born with a silver spoon in your mouth (for some people), making both ends meet is always a daily challenge to surpass.

Just knowing the importance of saving and the urge to do it are never enough. Watching vlogs and reading self-help books, even the best-selling ones, cannot help you manage your finances if you do not observe it even in the smallest of things.

Ways on How to Save Money on Groceries

Every penny counts and saving a little is better than none at all. Thus, making the most out of our funds in everything we do is already a big step towards financial freedom.

If you are a parent or a breadwinner who usually does the grocery shopping, following these little ways on how to save money on groceries will really add a big cut to your budget.

Plan your Grocery List Each Week

“If you plan to fail, you fail to plan.” – though this quote may be best applicable at huge business deals, this will always be a classic in many ways.

Planning your means in advance will not fail you in meeting your grocery shopping budget. Unless you win in a baseball betting, you can buy all your wants in a snap.

Before you step into the grocery shop, make sure you already have your needs listed so you can calculate your cost before spending.

Know the Sales Cycle and Stock up When Things Are on Sale

When it comes to catching the best deals, identifying the time of day is also important. To be first in line for clearance items, you have to get there early.

However, if you are a late riser, shopping immediately before closing time when the meat and bakery counters are hurriedly trying to sell off the remainder of their stock is another excellent method to earn substantial savings.

Check Your Stocks Before You Shop

Before you jot down that item, make sure that you have checked your pantries for existing stocks such as chicken or meat.

Hence, it is better to consider consuming your stocks first rather than hoarding them and let them go to waste.

While you may still need to purchase a few products, you will save significantly by utilizing food items currently on hand.

Buy in Bulk When Necessary

Not because your budget allows you to, you will definitely barge into bulk buying. However, if the situation calls for it and you have the means, it could be the best thing to do.

But when you buy bulk, make sure to plan ahead which products must be purchased. Otherwise, you might just waste your funds.

Look Beyond Your Eye Level

This is an interesting open secret to share with every grocery shopper. The placement of their most costly fruit at eye level is common tactic retailers use to encourage you to spend more money than you intended on your grocery budget.

While shopping for the same sorts of food that are being sold a shelf or two below eye level, you will note that the costs tend to reduce, with the cheapest produce being found closer to ground level.

Catch Money Saving Deals by Downloading Cashback Apps

Since there is wifi almost everywhere, you can use your smartphone and open your money-saving grocery apps to save money at the grocery store.

Catch huge savings on basic necessities and baby products such as diapers, soaps, organic products, and milk.

Use Grocery Food Coupons

Little discounts still make a big difference, so if you have grocery food coupons perfect for your shopping checklist, make use of them more often.

Save Money by Buying Fruits and Veggies

Buying meat is one of the most expensive food items you can purchase, especially if you are trying to get organic meat.

This is no surprise. To get over this challenge, you can set yourself the challenge of being meat-free at least one day per week for at least a month.

Moreover, buying fruits and vegetables does not only help you save money on groceries, but it definitely helps you and your family become healthier.

In the long run, it also saves you from spending too much on hospital bills.

Never Shop on an Empty Stomach

Unless you are treating yourself for a splurge after a job well done, never shop at grocery stores on an empty stomach.

It is wiser to finish your meal at home so you are already full when you go to the grocery.

Shop Raincoats During Summer Days

This is just a general irony to capsulate this thought. But if you are aiming to buy general merchandise such as holiday gifts or weather apparel, it would be best to buy those during their off-peak times.

Buying school supplies during school opening days can cost you more than buying them during summer break. Likewise, buying Thanksgiving gifts in November may not sound like a budget-wise idea.

Use Pickup To Avoid Impulse Buys

Grocery stores are well-informed of marketing strategies. Thus, they know exactly where to place products to sell more.

So if you spend more time strolling in the grocery store especially when you do not have a shopping list with you, there is a greater temptation to buy more and save less.

Hence, if you order beforehand, you are definitely leading yourself out of temptation winning over impulse buying.

Shop Alone as Much as Possible

Bringing your spouse or your kids with you while you do grocery shopping sounds more like a family bonding.

However, if your goal is to save money to shoulder other expenses, bonding with them at home is much a better option.

Aside from spending time convincing your child not to cry out loud over a toy or snack, bringing your family with you during a grocery shopping invites for an opportunity to disrupt your grocery budget.

Conclusion: How to Save Money

The habit of saving money and being wise on your purchases can definitely make you succeed in handling your finances in the long run.

You can always buy more while spending less if you plan ahead and observe these little ways.

For more insights and winning stories on saving and investing, check out more of our blogs here at thekickassentrepreneur.com

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