by Ruby Ernica Samy

Created on: November 03, 2009   Last Updated: November 04, 2009

No matter how much you earn in a month, to save some money and time is one wish that all of us dream and fancy. Shopping is a tedious task which can be interesting at times, dull and dreary at other times but it's expensive almost all the time. But just relax and take it easy! Saving money and time is an easy chore and does not require any specialized training. Read on to learn the secrets of saving money and time while shopping. From now on you can easily stretch your budget a little farther.

TIPS TO BECOME A SAVVY SHOPPER

ALWAYS SHOP WITH: A SHOPPING LIST before you step out of the house, make sure that you have your shopping list with you. Do a quick inventory check around the house and list down the items to be purchased. Rule is to stick to the list while shopping. Cross off the items when you put them in the trolley as you go along. This will really help a great deal to curb you from wandering around aimlessly and picking up goods that you do not need. Making a shopping list and religiously following it, is very practical and helps in saving time and money immensely.

USE COUPONS - keep your eyes open for all types of coupons and discounts. Cut coupons from newspapers, magazines, and direct mail flyers. Remember to take them along when you go for shopping. Search the Internet for discounts and coupons while checking your emails. You can also join the mailing list for your favorite brands, coupons and discounts will automatically come to your email inbox or by post. When you watch television, remember to notice the sale advertisements.

BUY IN BULK Especially when there are offers make a habit of buying in bulk. This will help in reducing price per unit and would save time and petrol which is expensive. The secret is to stock up your kitchen to minimize shopping lists in the future. So make the best deal out of buy one get one free offers.

CHOOSE NON PEAK TIMES Shop when there are less people so that you do not end up wasting your precious time standing in cashier's line for long. Shopping during peak hours can be stressful, so always try to choose non peak hours. The disadvantage of waiting in long queue is that you may be tempted to pick up the chocolate bars and candy stashed by the check out corner. So go for non peak times shopping as far as possible to save yourself from the crowds. The best advantage of shopping in non peak times is that you can move around the store quickly thus saving your time in maneuvering your trolley.

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