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The following is a guest post by Outside the Box Mom:
One of the easiest ways to stretch my budget is to shop at different stores. Now, I don’t shop at 10 stores each week. But, over the course of several weeks, I have shopped at several different stores. For example, during the first week of the month, there might be great deals at grocery store 1 and drug store 2. Then, it’s ok to just shop at those stores to get their best deals. I’m done and don’t have to set foot into any of the other stores.
So, what’s my advice to you?
Consider All of Your Options
Survey all of the stores available to you. See Money Saving Mom’s thorough list of stores.
Consider Grocery Stores, Drug Stores, Discount retailers (Family Dollar, Dollar General, Roses / Maxway), Mass merchandising stores (Kmart, Walmart, Target), Closeout stores (Big Lots, Ollie’s, Dollar Tree), Warehouse clubs (BJ’s and Sam’s Club), farmers markets, co-ops, community supported agriculture (CSA), and Asian, Caribbean, or Latino grocery stores.
If your store isn’t listed, just do an online search for deal matchups at your store. Closeout stores will probably not accept coupons because their prices are so low.
Just Get the Best Deals
If you only shop at the same store each week, you are limited to the items they have on sale. Opening yourself up to other options will lower the amount you have to spend and strech your grocery budget even further. Stack coupons on top of these prices and you will really save.
Know the Coupon Policies
Familiarize yourself with the coupon policies at any store you plan to shop at. These are often available on the retailer’s website so you can prepare before shopping.
Price Match
Did you know you can price match at Walmart with a local competitor’s print ad? Find out if other stores in your area do, too.
This is an interactive series, which will feature answers to your questions. So, ask away!
– Outside The Box Mom features quick, easy, time-saving tips and solutions to help busy, working moms find balance, easy meals, deals, and time for moms. Follow her on Twitter.
Other posts in this series:
- Goals when using coupons
- Common reasons why people don’t use coupons
- #1 obstacle in using coupons
- Types of coupons available and where you can get them
- Ways you can organize your coupon stash
- How to make a grocery list
These great coupon tips make it sooo easy!
@Pam, great technique to get the most for your money!
I usually shop at several grocery stores because I am so busy but I try to use plenty of coupons and purchase the loss leaders.
Those are some good points and I do use coupons occasionally.
good tips i need to look at more stores as well