Grocery Saving Tips

• Shop at large super markets. In the case of groceries, bigger is cheaper. Volume speaks volumes, and supermarket's profits are based on volume so they can afford to give larger discounts than small grocers. Try shopping at different supermarkets to compare pricing. You'll often find that there is a less expensive one among a group.
• Always use a list. This is the easiest way to start saving on groceries. And we've made it easier for you by providing you with printable grocery lists. Alphabetical Check-Off Grocery List   Healthy Grocery List   Online Fill-In Grocery List  The trick, of course, is to stick to your list. Don't buy anything that isn't on  it -- no ifs, ands or buts. And be sure to check to see what you have on hand so you don't buy duplicates. This idea alone could be a challenge for anyone who is accustomed to no-holds-barred spending at the grocery store.
• Check the cupboards before you go shopping. So many times you put items on your grocery list because you forgot that you already have them on hand ending up with duplicates usually of items you rarely use.
• Watch the cash register. It is estimated that up to $2.5 Billion per year is made in scanning errors. That's a lot of money left on the check-out counter. Supermarkets often put items on sale that don't always get to the register. Also, checkers can easily make mistakes when making entries.
• Write down discretionary purchases. It will take a while before you are able to stick to a grocery list. Write down everything that you buy at the store that isn't on your list. This way you'll be able to see how much those items add to the total cost. It also lets you know how much you could have saved.
• Use coupons. Yes, it's a pain in the neck, but it works. However, only use coupons for those items that you need on your grocery list. Just because you have a coupon doesn't mean you have to use it if you don't need the product. Go to our resource page to find places where you can get coupons online or Print Free Coupons.
• Keep coupons clipped to your grocery list. It's too easy to run off to the store with your list in hand only to find when you get to the check-out counter that you forgot your coupons. Clip them to your list and don't put your list away until you've gone throug the check-out lane.
• Take advantage of in-store coupons. Many stores have machines that spew out coupons for unadvertised specials. Also, cash register receipts may contain coupons for items that you just purchased. Save these for the next time you purchase the same item.
• Check your weekly newspaper's food section. Here you will find many of the supermarket's specials, coupons and menu ideas.
• Watch out for stores that double or even triple coupon values.
• Use store savings cards.  Every store has these cards today, but they do help you save money.
• Always get a raincheck. If the store runs out of a sale item on your list, ask for a raincheck and come back when the item is in stock.

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