Supermarkets aren't the only place to buy groceries and household goods, and in some cases the supermarket is more expensive. Drugstores (e.g. CVS, Rite Aid) sell personal care items and often have a small section for basic groceries. Large retailers (e.g. Target, Wal-Mart) are … [Read more...] about Choose the right store for the right product

If a supermarket doesn't sell a perishable item by a certain date, then it is required by law to throw it away. This can mean large last minute savings to conscious consumers. Many stores have an internal schedule for when they reduce the price of meats, produce and bakery items, … [Read more...] about Watch the clock to take advantage of special deals

A price log is a valuable asset to the savings arsenal. It is an easy way to help you remember the price of every item in every store, every week. Use a cheap notebook or computer program to track the normal unit price and the sale unit price of common purchases. Bring your … [Read more...] about Keep a price log

In addition to sales on individual items, some manufacturers combine products for larger discounts. The weekly supermarket circular will sometimes contain a special discount when multiple items are purchased together. For example: 'Save $10 off your next purchase when you buy 8 … [Read more...] about Check for multiples discounts

Just because something is being sold at the warehouse store does not mean that it is necessarily a good bargain. Many food items (especially name-brand products) are less expensive at the local supermarket. Always compare the unit price at both stores before committing to a … [Read more...] about Be cautious around wholesale stores