I have been thinking about this one for a while now and today this title popped in my head. Every penny should count towards something. Let’s face it, groceries are outrageous right now and we have to pay it or we don’t get the item we need. If we have an alternative way of getting items for less, we go for that option.
Prices of Groceries
In my area milk is over $3 a gallon. I will research why the price is so high. The one thing I can think of is that farmers have to pay a lot just for upkeep of their cows and the production of getting the milk from the cow is not a cheap process. Eggs are in the same price point area. Right now, there is a bird flu going around and eggs are limited so the price of eggs are the highest that they have been for now. Do I see the price getting lower, not really?
Cutting Costs and Budgeting
Moreover, let’s talk about cutting costs where it seems fit. The key factor that plays the role in cutting costs is having a budget. Building a budget that works for you is going to help you in the long run. Stick to the budget. Tweak it if you have to. Is it challenging to stick to the budget? For some, yes, it is a challenge to stick to a budget. If you are living paycheck to paycheck, it is important to stick to one. That money is only around for as long as you have it. I have spent most of my paycheck on groceries because I did not stick to a budget. I will get to helping grow your money the way you want it to in another post. For now, we are talking about saving money and spending less.
It is ok to get store brand items. They really are not that much different than the other brands. I will have a post of comparison on brands and store brands and see what really the difference is.
There are lots of things out there that give you opportunities to get cash back. I am sure you are skeptical about this concept. If you want to find out if it the real deal you will just have to see for yourself. I can tell you most of these do offer cash back. Some of them are really worth using. Comment “cash back” if you would like to have something sent to you about offers of cash back that are legit. I have created a list of legit ways you can get cash back from spending on your everyday purchases.
Find the good deals
I usually search the app first before I set foot in the store. That way I know how much it is and about how much I am spending. It will tell me if it is on sale or there is a coupon for it. Most stores now have digital coupons which is brilliant and saves paper. Some stores don’t and you just have to go see the price for yourself.
Conclusion
Saving money is 2025 is challenging and should not be that hard to figure out. There are ways to save money. You just have to find them. It is different for everyone. So, find a plan that works for you.
You can’t change your reoccurring bills, but you can change your spending habits. There are also many ways for you to get some of the money that you spend back into your pocket.