Zero Charisma
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All the above answers are good and I would reiterate the "don't shop when you are hungry". Also consider, if you have room, growing your own vegetables. Someone suggested this to me a few years ago and now we have to give the stuff away as we are flooded with potatoes, carrots, beans etc. It also tastes good. |
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Miss Leona
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I was always told never to go shopping hungry, it makes you buy loads of things you dont want. Also do you really need to buy a two for one offer only to chuck it in the bin a few days later because you didnt eat it.
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B0uncingMoonman@aol.com
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Many supermarkets sell off perishable goods if they are on the brink of going out of date - these are quite safe is used within two days.
Occasionally, just think `will this fill us for a meal` - in other words buy `filling stuffs` - many of these are cheap (oakcakes are still very cheap and good value, a 60p packet will make at least two meals.
Two for the price of one are always good bargains, but make sure it is stuff you can use.
We have a cheap confectionary shop in our town - biscuits, choc, cake etc - all stuff going out of date, but with no noticeable deterioration in taste and quite safe.
It goes without saying `special offers` again are worth considering - especially if it is something you buy regularly anyway. And buy stuff like fruit and vegetables when they are in season. ..always cheaper. |
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*♥* donna *♥*
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Plan each meal for each day and only but what you need for that meal, don't buy the extras unless they will keep or freeze IE buy 2 for £1.50 or 3 for £5.00 if you know you will only use one. Buy one get one free even if you have to change brands. Don't always go for brand names most stores own brands are just as good. Check your freezer and cupboards before you go shopping for things that you already have and don't go on an empty stomach. Bulk buy washing powder and dry goods when they are on offer, it may cost you more that week but the next time you go you will spend less and can treat yourself to that bar of chocolate you have been craving. |
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i_b_winkn_at_u
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I am amazed by the savings I can get when I shop with coupons and the grocery sales ad.
I usually save anywhere between $40-$50 on my grocery bills.
http://coupons.smartsource.com//index.as...
The above is a great source for printable coupons. Next continue to buy Sunday's paper for another source of manuf. coupons.
Some stores like Walgreens, Rite Aid, Target will take their store coupon and a manuf. coupon.
Know that sometimes you can buy groceries at the above store.
Get to know your grocery store coupon policies...do they double coupons?
www.mycoupons.com Click on Shopping boards, Click on Tips of the Trade (TOT) you'll find postings from women who spend very little out of pocket for groceries.
Sometimes you can go to the company of a product you want to purchase and see if there are printable coupons on that site.
Other sites you might want to view are:
slickdealz.net
www.fishingfordeals.com
http://www.grocerysavingtips.com
www.afullcup.com (usually you'll find Target coupons on here) |
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Sal*UK
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Plan a weeks menu and do a list before you go! Don't buy ANYTHING that isn't on the list. |
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AngelaSD
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You can definitely stretch that dollar a little farther!
I tend to look at and compare the generic name brand products to the real ones. They tend to be a bit cheaper.
Also, I literally do the math when comparing size prices, because even if I have to spend a little bit more, but also get more, it may be a better deal if I know I will use it. |
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drewxjacobs
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I've noticed that, too, especially the past few months. First, decide your menus for the next several days. I decide what we are going to eat by the sale ads and make my list from there. Start clipping coupons and take them with you every time you go to the store. Fifty cents or a dollar off salad dressing, 35 cents off toilet tissue...it adds up. I'm not even a serious coupon user and I saved almost 35 dollars off my total bill last week. |
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shell
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just make a list of what u need and stick to it and i also shop when i am in a rushing so i dont have time to look around only have time to get what i really need. |
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AnimalLuver
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1. Plan ahead....dont get anything that you dont need for that week.
2. Make a list...of stuff that you ONLY need for that week
3. Bring cupons....its amazing at how much they actually can save
4. Plan at how much you are going to spend and bring a caculator. If you run over the amount that you want to spend then put stuff that do dont need for that week back
5. Never go hungry
6. Buy as much generic stuff as you can that are always usually just as good....equate, great value....ect |
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theslugclub
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This page might help you:
www.moneysavingexpert.com |
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TallPaul
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Sal*UK has nailed it. |
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Veritas et Aequitas ()
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Top Ramen. |
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deni
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try and look for B.O.G.O.F deals on some things, it may mean chosing a different brand, but is worth looking at, try some of the shops own things as well, as they can often be just as good if not better....hope that helps |
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lynne a
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go early evening when they reduce the bakery and fridge stuff - you can freeze it for up to a month.
buy whatever brands are on buy one get one free
buy bigger packs if they work out cheaper per unit - you'll spend more in one hit but they';ll last longer
shop around - do you get those junk mail leaflets through your door each week telling you what's on offer in each of your local supermarkets? buy things where they are cheapest. |
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Papaver
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Have a look at this.
http://www.madaboutbargains.co.uk/
"Off your trolley" is a good one for bargains! |
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