7 simple hacks to save money on groceries
The rising price of groceries can be a huge burden on the monthly budget. From household staples like eggs, milk and lettuce to canned goods and just about everything in between, it feels easier than ever to rack up the bill at the grocery store if you’re not careful. Even though those price tags can be eye-popping, all hope is not lost when it comes to saving when you stock up. With the right budget-friendly tips, tricks and planning techniques, you can save a ton of money at the grocery store, make your shopping trips more efficient and cut down on food waste while you’re at it.
Watch the video above to learn how to save money on groceries.
How to save money on groceries
Live by the list. Take stock of what’s in your pantry before you head to the store, make a list of ingredients needed and when you get to the store, don’t deviate.
Shop your pantry and refrigerator before buying new items. Duplicate items in your pantry can not only kill your grocery budget, but can quickly lead to food waste.
Use your grocery store’s app to carefully plan your shopping trip from the comfort of your own home and check all available coupons. Utilizing your grocery store’s app is one of the best ways to stay on budget and save time when you shop.
As you add items to your cart in the app, you can see your working total which will help you carefully curate your cart to fit your budget before you shop in store.
It’s much easier to find sale items that pertain to exactly what’s on your grocery list when shopping in the grocery store’s app. This will help you avoid getting caught in sale traps when shopping in store.
Choose pantry staples like pasta and canned goods that not only last longer than easily perishable goods, but that are more versatile when it comes to planning your weekly menus.
When purchasing produce, choose produce that’s in-season. Out-of-season produce tends to be more expensive than its in-season counterparts.
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