The average family puts 10-15 percent of its monthly spending toward food, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Department of Agriculture, with most of that food purchased at a supermarket. The amount spent on food is less than the typical amount spent on housing each month but what makes food costs different from housing expenses is food costs are not "fixed". How much you spend on food each month is up to you and, using savvy shopping tactics plus coupons, you can lower your monthly food spend. Saving money on food leaves money for other purposes including savings, clothing … [Read more...]
Ka-Ching! Simple Tips for Trimming Down Your Grocery Bill
Do you gulp with fear every time you approach the checkout at the supermarket? Do you end up spending a huge amount on grocery shopping every week, yet only coming home with a few bags of items? It is possible to cut down your grocery bill drastically; you just need to know how to outsmart the supermarket and get more for your dollar. Here are some clever tips for getting the most food for the lowest price next time you go grocery shopping: The most important rule is: never go grocery shopping when you are hungry! Make sure you go after you have eaten, or your growling stomach will talk you … [Read more...]