Groceries
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What's Everyone Doing to save Money
Asked by W.W. from San Francisco
on April 15, 2010
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I'm wondering what everyone's doing to save money. Tips on going grocery shopping, what are you cutting back on. I want to see if how else I would be able to save mo...
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- I didn't read through all your responses, and am getting to this a little late in the game, but I don't know if anyone mentioned Angel Food? You don't have to qualify,...
- Grocery Shopping - only purchase what is on sale. Clothing - Don't go to the stores unless you have a list and then stick with the list. I purchase everything off...
- If you get your hair colored, you might want to consider doing it yourself. I am SO not the type of person who is good with hair, but out of necessity I recently star...
Ways to save Money at the Grocery Store
Asked by M.B. from Los Angeles
on January 6, 2009
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I am looking for ways to buy healthy foods at the grocery store and not spend as much money. Does any one have some 'tricks of the trade' while grocery shopping? An...
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- If you have a Fresh & Easy near you - go there! They have a great 1/2 off section for foods that will be past their "best by" date either that day or the next. You...
- Green bags save produce much longer. I shop the "day old" section of our bakery then freeze the extras. I also clip coupons and look for super deals in the weekly gr...
- I used to be a Costco shopper spending $200+ each week. Now that there is a Fresh and Easy near my house, I shop there about every other day. They give $5 coupons if...
Looking for Ways to save Money
Asked by N.K. from San Francisco
on October 2, 2008
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Hi Moms,
In this crazy economic environment, what are some things you are doing to save money on groceries, clothes, gas, etc. Please share.
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- You already have alot of great ideas posted but here is another. I get my clothes at Susies Deals in Roseville, eveything in the store is $5.99 or less. I get all my t...
- Although it seems extreme, I got rid of all my credit cards, and ATM cards. Everytime I need gas, groceries, or ANYTHING, I have to go to the bank and get cash. the in...
- Make realistic budget and attempt to stick to it - and then write down what you actually spent. My husband and I have tried to make saving fun and rewarding vs a nega...
Average Grocery Bill per Week
Asked by A.G. from Chicago
on January 15, 2008
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Hello all. I was just wondering what all of you spend on groceries per week to feed a family of four. This is not including eating out..that's a whole other topic:) ...
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- I have 3 ages 3 and younger and I have a great solution that has dramatically helped me have GREAT meals for my family while saving my time and money. Homemade Gour...
- WOODMAN'S!!!!! I go there every two weeks and spend about $175 on all of our groceries, toiletries, and household cleaning products. It's a bit of a drive (Orchard R...
- A.: I was able to cut my grocery bill in half by going to Aldi for most of my groceries. I still go to Jewel for meat and things that Aldi doesn't sell. Aldi is g...
Seeking Grocery Advice
Asked by D.J. from Phoenix
on October 23, 2008
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I would love to know what you wonderful mothers think that a reasonable grocery bill is these days here in the valley, maybe in dollars per person? Right now we are sp...
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- One great source for bread is Alpine Valley Bakery on Southern west of Country Club in Mesa. They are only open M-F 9:30-4:00. Their bread is sold at Costco for abou...
- Hi, It sounds like you got a lot of coupon advice, which is great. Also remember that when the other stores arent offering extra coupon stuff, Walmart ad-matches, s...
- Hi D.~ We are not big coupon users (actually don't use them at all). But, we have found that we stay within a budget of about $170-200 per week for a family of 8. We...
How Much Is Your Grocery Bill Every Week?
Asked by J.K. from Cleveland
on April 20, 2011
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Hi, Mamas! I am just wondering what you typically spend on groceries every week and where you shop. I usually have to run to a few different places to get everything...
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- 40 dollars per day usually includes one or two household items. We live only a block from a cheap stock up store. So it's not bad for us to shop daily. With as many...
- For my family of 4 we spend $75 or less. We do stock up on a few things every other month or so at Costco and spend $100 there. I try to be very frugal, my boys are yo...
- Too much!! I even use coupons when I can and our bill is still way too high! $100-110 sounds reasonable for a family of 4. You will probably get answers from people ...
Best, Cheapest Grocery Store?
Asked by J.V. from Chicago
on September 4, 2010
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We have been running way over budget and I need to cut my grocery bill in half. I just started playing the grocery game with some success, but was curious as to wher...
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- Woodmans is so totally worth the trip from Wheaton. They have a large organic food section and their prices are close to that of Aldi. Just down the road a bit at Rt...
- You've got to get to a Super Couponing Class with Jill Caltado. She gives free seminars all over the Chicago area. I started doing this last October. Let me first s...
- Not sure where you live, but I find the trip out to Woodman's on I88 and Orchard to be well worth the trip. I'm not a coupon clipper, but I love how a coupon fairy go...
Good Grocery Stores
Asked by S.W. from Dallas
on September 7, 2006
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I just moved here from Phoenix. I need some advice on a good grocery store. I have been to Super Wal-mart, Kroger, and Albertsons. I have heard that Central Market ...
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- It takes a bit more time, I look at the sale ads and go to the store that has a few items for good price. Overall, Super Walmart is cheaper than Kroger and Albertsons....
- I used to shop at Alberstons and even had their shopping card, but I was still paying a fortune for groceries. A new WalMart opened by my house, so I started shopping...
- Hi S., I've found that my best bet--for both budget and sanity--is Sams or Costco. You have to buy in bulk, but with three kids you probably go through everything ...
Saving Money at the Grocery Store
Asked by J.S. from St. Louis
on January 17, 2011
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I'm looking for advice on how to save more money at the grocery store. I keep reading about families spend less money at the grocery store and want to know how they d...
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- We are a family of 4 with only a 2.5 year old and a 5 year old (just turned 5 a couple of weeks ago). Hubby rarely takes lunch to work and we (me and the kids) eat out...
- I'm actually surprised you are able to keep it that low. Our budget $100 for a family of 4. Granted, I buy the hormone free chicken and milk which are expensive. One s...
- Actually, that sounds like you are doing a great job to me! I'm aiming for about $100 a week average and not quite there yet, but I use coupons a lot to determine sna...
Fundraising at the Grocery Store - Am I Being Petty?
Asked by M.E. from Chicago
on September 7, 2012
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This morning I went to a grocery store and was asked at check-out whether I wanted to round up to donate to a local food bank. When I replied that I did not wish to c...
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- No you're not. I don't like that either because when you say no, they act like you're cheap. I'm not cheap and I do donate, but I don't like being put in a position ...
- If you got upset at the general practice, you'd be being a bit grouchy. Fundraisers have to do whatever they can. But the fact that she challenged you on it would ha...
- I think you are being petty. but I also think the cashier was out of line to push after you said no. I see zero issue with them asking, but if the person says no tha...
