If you want to get the most possible savings when doing your grocery shopping then you might opt to shop at multiple stores. If you know which stores have the best deals on which items then you can mazimize your savings. Therefore, it’s helpful to have lists of the best value items at all of…
Membership-only grocery stores like Costco offer the opportunity to save money on groceries. Even though you have to pay for the membership, the massive savings on bulk goods offsets that cost. People think it’s worth it. In fact, people love Costco so much that it’s hard to imagine the store every going out of business.…
There are so many great reasons to buy seasonal produce. Of course, you’re here on this blog because you want to save money on groceries. Purchasing seasonal produce is a great way to do that. If you want to buy fresh produce when it’s not in season, then you have to pay a lot of…
It is easy to fall prey to grocery store myths. Many of them are common and prevalent. In fact, some of them are so common that we assume them to be truth. However, if you buy into certain myths, then you miss out. You miss out on good deals, for one thing. Plus you might…
Grocery lists are an essential part of smart shopping. If you already know that then you probably never head to the grocery store without one. However, if you’re only using one type of grocery list, then you’re not maximizing your shopping efficiency. Of course, one list is better than none at all. Nevertheless, learning how…
Grocery shopping is a very routine task. That’s a great thing in many ways. However, the regularity of it can also lull you into a sense of complacency. You can get into a rut. If that happens, then you might make mistakes that end up costing you money. That’s why it’s important to get into…
Honestly, I don’t shop at the least expensive grocery stores. I live in a large city. I walk to get my groceries. Therefore, I take convenience into consideration as much as I do cost. Moreover, I am a bit of a picky shopper. I don’t like shopping in a crowded, frustrating store. Therefore, I’m willing…
Reader’s Digest online recently had an article with 21 things that grocery stores don’t want you to know. As I was reading it, it struck me how many of those things are related to money. The more that you know about how a store operates, the better equipped you are to shop smart there. If…
Why are YETIs so expensive? No, I’m not talking about the abominable snowman kind. (Although if you find one, it would surely be valuable.) I’m talking about YETI brand, primarily known for their food storage coolers. YETI also makes other items. Their drink tumblers are popular. Furthermore, they offer all sorts of outdoor gear including…
I love grocery delivery. I enjoy a car-free life here in San Francisco. Therefore, I take advantage of delivery for everything that I possibly can. Grocery delivery is definitely no exception. Of course, I try to be smart when I get things delivered. It’s important to make sure that I’m not paying too much for…
Kroger Groceries was established in the nineteenth century. They began with the motto: “Be particular. Never sell anything you would not want yourself.” The company has grown from one store to more than 2500 locations across 35 US states. Nevertheless, they aim to stick to that motto. They specialize in sustainability. For example, Kroger specializes…
We recently experienced the longest-ever government shutdown in the United States. It cost the economy billions of dollars. If you work for the government, then it likely impacted you personally. Many people went unpaid during the government shutdown. Although they will get back pay, some don’t know when that pay will come through. With so…
The February 2019 Costco grocery coupons are here. Hopefully, you received your coupon book in the mail. However, it can be challenging to sort through all of the deals for the best information on groceries. That’s why we take the time each month to do this roundup for you. These coupons become valid starting on…
I frequently adjust my budget for groceries. Other than rent, groceries typically take up the bulk of my budget. Therefore, if I can reduce my grocery budget, I can increase my savings. However, I never seem to settle on a good budget for groceries. It is a constantly evolving dilemma. That said, I’ve learned a…
I remember one time when I had to take kids grocery shopping with me. I was working at a group home. It was my job to purchase a big haul of groceries. There weren’t enough staff members on duty to leave all of the kids at the house. Therefore, I took three of them with…
What qualities make people spend less on groceries? According to new research, one trait is a strong religious foundation. Moreover, anyone who is exposed to religious messages before going to the grocery store will be likely to spend less. That’s true even if they don’t consider themselves to be particularly religious. Background on the Research…