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How to save money on grocery

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save money on grocery
save money on grocery

Do you go over your grocery budget every month? What if you could show you how to save at least $100 a month on your grocery bill would you be interested? Well let's take a look

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  1. Step 1

    Many people do not plan buying grocery they just go on impulse. If you would do just a little more preparation you could save money on groceries. A good way to save money is by planning out your meals so you know exactly what to get. Once you plan it out write it down on a list. Take a calculator with you to the grocery store to keep track of your spending.

  2. Step 2

    If people would set a budget in the first place they would be able to stay within their budget. If you fail to plan you plan to fail. Coupons is also a great way to save allot of money. Get your coupons out of the Sunday paper or print our online as well. Coupons can save you lots of money if you use them. If you don't use coupons you really aren't serious about saving money.

  3. Step 3

    You don't have to buy every item at the grocery store as well. Snacks for the kids could be purchased at the dollar tree. The cookies at the dollar tree taste just as good as cookies from the grocery store. You can even get decent cereal at the dollar tree as well. You can also buy items in bulk as well. Sam's Club is a great place to shop if you don't already have a membership get one. Hopefully these few tips will help you to start saving money on your groceries

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acole said

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on 7/23/2008 Excellent advice. I always make a list for my grocery trip, and use cash so that I don't overspend! The dollar tree idea is awesome! Great article!

Adrie said

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on 7/23/2008 Such good advice. I'm going to use these tips to plan my food budget next month. Thanks!

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