If people strategically plan their shopping and meals, there are ways to pocket up to $1,500 in cash. This depends on meal planning, shopping lists, and stores.
Groceries have only continued to rise in price as inflation makes everything more expensive.
The rate of inflation from Feb. 2021 to Feb. 2022 was 7.9%.
Here are 7 ways to help you pocket an extra $1,500 in cash per year when grocery shopping
Plan your trip ahead of time.
If you plan your meals and stick to the plan, your chances of buying food that will go to waste are slimmer.
You can purchase products that are versatile and can be used in several different meals.
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Make sure you go to the best store for your needs.
You may find that the majority of products needed are cheaper in one place compared to another.
Do not deviate from your grocery list.
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By impulse buying you could end up products you’ll end up wasting even if it looks like a good deal.
Shopping online could help deter this from happening.
Shop on certain days when you might get the best deals.
Certain days may have bigger price drops on things like meat or produce.
Going in the morning also ensures that you’ll get there first.
Try not to overbuy.
Sometimes if you’re buying things just for one recipe, you won’t end up using most of it.
Buying store brand products may also prove to be much cheaper overall.
Finally, there are apps that can help you save money whether its in the form of a rebate like Ibotta, or finding the best deals with something like Checkout51.
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