One news headline that is 100% true is the fact that prices have risen and continue to. Groceries are certainly no different. There are some things we can put on hold until a different day and time, but we do have to eat and feed our families. There must be ways to save and make this inflation of food a little bit easier to swallow. Here are some ways to lessen the financial burden while keeping the wallet and the tummy more comfortable…and full!
Misfits Market
This is a great place to stock up on vegetables that are truly organic. Sure they might have a different shape and not look picture-perfect but that isn’t going to matter once they are mashed, sliced diced, and devoured! Eat better, spend less and save up to 40% off other grocery store prices by shopping at Misfits Market! Plus, they will be delivered right to your door!
Save money on gasoline with items that ship
You might be surprised at the variety of items that can actually be shipped to your home. Non-perishables like canned tuna fish, condiments, mixes such as muffins and brownies, and even canned drinks, along with so much more, can be delivered to your doorstep which in turn saves you time and a tremendous amount of money on gasoline! Many orders ship with an order of as little as $35.00…and who doesn’t spend that on a grocery run?
Curbside pick up
This option allows you to shop from your phone while focusing only on what you need. When going inside the store, you are likely to spend quite a bit more on impulse buys or grabbing a few extras that you really don’t even need.
Clip coupons
Life is busy and coupon clipping may have become a bit vintage. But that style is coming back in many ways and coupon clipping might be one worth checking into! Pick up the weekend newspaper and keep your eye out in magazines for the golden tickets that will add up quickly and save some serious cash!
Shop the big guys
If you have a big family or prefer fewer grocery trips it might be worth the yearly fee to shop in bulk at Costco and Sam’s Club. Just make sure you have plenty of storage especially for perishable items so your endeavor will be a money saver and not prematurely wind up in the trash.
Use the store advantage cards
Many stores offer substantial discounts on gasoline, depending on how much you spend on groceries. These cards are also your ticket to getting the sale price over paying full price. So, check the weekly ads where you can shop those savings while stocking up on points that turn into dollars saved at the gas pump!
Make a list and check it twice
First of all, never head to the store without a plan. Plan your meals. Plan your kids’ lunches. Then add in all the must-have extras with a few fun favorites. Make a list and stick to it! It helps to put your items in categories such as fresh, frozen, meat, dairy and miscellaneous. This will help you zip through the store while staying focused on necessities and not impulse buys. Before you head out, head to the pantry and refrigerator, double-checking your list to make sure you don’t already have your listed items. Double purchases can add up in a flash whereas strategic shopping can save a bundle! And never ever go grocery shopping hungry!
Be aware of the best prices
A huge help in saving grocery dollars is to know the cheapest grocery stores in your area. The other is knowing what’s on sale and where. You don’t want to burn golden gas searching, so check out an app called Flipp. It will allow you to easily search the ads at stores near you!
