I always comparison shop -- and I think it drives my husband crazy sometimes. He'll tire of waiting me to choose a laundry detergent, for example. I'm pretty excited, though, when he comparison shops online -- makes me feel like we're getting on the same page. :)
I check the Family Express gas station, Aldi, and Walmart which are all in a pretty close area while I buy other groceries/gas anways to see where I can get the cheapest milk. I've seen prices vary by almost a dollar for a gallon of skim milk.
For basic necessities we tend to check out ads for sales and stock up when possible. For the rest of the time we try to save on the overall purchase by shopping at Walmart where you may not get the absolute best deal on everything, but overall you win by getting generally low prices.
Absolutely, I comparison shop for almost all purchases. Impulse buying is something I battled in the past and it is just a matter of self discipline to overcome that.
I comparison shop using store ads as well as using the interwebz whenever feasible for almost every single purchase consideration.
I certainly do! I comparison shop for almost everything, though I do find it easier with grocery shopping to just get everything I possibly can at Aldi. I don't think I have ever found an instance where a food item cost more at Aldi than at another grocery store. Sometimes I go by brands for clothing, but I still comparison shop between several brands I like and find whichever one is cheapest or is having the best sale at the moment. Comparison shopping might take a little more time (though it's not that bad with the internet), but it is definitely worth it!
I have an account with netspend and they mispelled my name and i had loaded money onto the card and they actually put a hold on my account and i couldnt get my money out and finally after several attempts to activate my account i managed to get it activated and when i used the card they charged me over 10.00 in fees and they stopped my account once again and told me the only way i could get the remainder of my money was for them to send me a check through the mail but they didnt correct the spelling of my name therefore i had a check i couldnt use. on top of that they decided to charge me a 5 dollar and change fee for their mistake. I will never use netspend ever again and I will not recommend anyone to use this card. If you do decide to use it beware of all their fees and bad service.
I Do comparison shop. I keep a priCebook where I keep track of prices for staples. For major items I check prices on the net. I think by doing this I do save money.
Most of my shopping takes place at the one local supermarket or the dollar store...both within walking distance from my home. The prices are slightly higher but still cheaper than buying gas and travelling to the nearest center 20 miles away. Plus walking to shop tends to keep me from buying things that I don't really need.
I will compare store ads to see where I have better bargains for the week. In store I will always compare store brand vs name brand and check the store promo to find the right deal.
By joining the mailing list for my favorite stores, I frequently get emails providing online coupon codes and private sales. You can frequently get free shipping this way too.
I alwas look for the best price, and weigh that against quality, in everything I buy. When I want to buy something on the expensive end, I always look up customer reviews online first.
Absolutely! Groceries, clothing, you name it! And because we have started doing this, we have found real gems! Things that we had no idea could be so cheap and so awesome! It has really opened our eyes, and thanks to comparison shopping, we come under-budget every week, by about $10. Quite a savings. We already only budget for $262/mo for two adults and a baby. :)
Who that is frugal doesn't comparison shop?? That is a key component, I believe. Knowing what a good price is doesn't have to take a lot of time and effort, just patience and observation when you are in different stores. That way, when you see a good price, you know it!
I comparison shop online, but in the face-to-face world, my store options are much more limited so I know the prices at my local stores and watch for when they go down.
Wisebread, has the best of helpful articles. As for comparison shopping, I have always comparison shopped!! It does always pay off. Not to mention, I always go home with extra money in my purse!! It most definitely, does pay in the end.
I do comparison shop. I feel that's what every wise consumer shoul do. There are many deals out there to be had! Wise Bread is a great website that helps us find good deals! Thank you!!!
I always comparison shop -- and I think it drives my husband crazy sometimes. He'll tire of waiting me to choose a laundry detergent, for example. I'm pretty excited, though, when he comparison shops online -- makes me feel like we're getting on the same page. :)
I check the Family Express gas station, Aldi, and Walmart which are all in a pretty close area while I buy other groceries/gas anways to see where I can get the cheapest milk. I've seen prices vary by almost a dollar for a gallon of skim milk.
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For basic necessities we tend to check out ads for sales and stock up when possible. For the rest of the time we try to save on the overall purchase by shopping at Walmart where you may not get the absolute best deal on everything, but overall you win by getting generally low prices.
Absolutely, I comparison shop for almost all purchases. Impulse buying is something I battled in the past and it is just a matter of self discipline to overcome that.
I comparison shop using store ads as well as using the interwebz whenever feasible for almost every single purchase consideration.
Yes. For absolutely everything.
Yes. Whenever making a major purchase, we check out Consumer Reports before we buy.
I certainly do! I comparison shop for almost everything, though I do find it easier with grocery shopping to just get everything I possibly can at Aldi. I don't think I have ever found an instance where a food item cost more at Aldi than at another grocery store. Sometimes I go by brands for clothing, but I still comparison shop between several brands I like and find whichever one is cheapest or is having the best sale at the moment. Comparison shopping might take a little more time (though it's not that bad with the internet), but it is definitely worth it!
I have an account with netspend and they mispelled my name and i had loaded money onto the card and they actually put a hold on my account and i couldnt get my money out and finally after several attempts to activate my account i managed to get it activated and when i used the card they charged me over 10.00 in fees and they stopped my account once again and told me the only way i could get the remainder of my money was for them to send me a check through the mail but they didnt correct the spelling of my name therefore i had a check i couldnt use. on top of that they decided to charge me a 5 dollar and change fee for their mistake. I will never use netspend ever again and I will not recommend anyone to use this card. If you do decide to use it beware of all their fees and bad service.
I Do comparison shop. I keep a priCebook where I keep track of prices for staples. For major items I check prices on the net. I think by doing this I do save money.
Most of my shopping takes place at the one local supermarket or the dollar store...both within walking distance from my home. The prices are slightly higher but still cheaper than buying gas and travelling to the nearest center 20 miles away. Plus walking to shop tends to keep me from buying things that I don't really need.
Finding out what days are best to shop for clearance is an excellent tip, Claire! Thanks so much for sharing.
I will compare store ads to see where I have better bargains for the week. In store I will always compare store brand vs name brand and check the store promo to find the right deal.
Booohhhh for number 10! Even with your reasoning...its still a bad idea.
By joining the mailing list for my favorite stores, I frequently get emails providing online coupon codes and private sales. You can frequently get free shipping this way too.
I alwas look for the best price, and weigh that against quality, in everything I buy. When I want to buy something on the expensive end, I always look up customer reviews online first.
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Absolutely! Groceries, clothing, you name it! And because we have started doing this, we have found real gems! Things that we had no idea could be so cheap and so awesome! It has really opened our eyes, and thanks to comparison shopping, we come under-budget every week, by about $10. Quite a savings. We already only budget for $262/mo for two adults and a baby. :)
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For groceries, no, but I comparison shop for everything else because I buy almost exclusively online:)
Who that is frugal doesn't comparison shop?? That is a key component, I believe. Knowing what a good price is doesn't have to take a lot of time and effort, just patience and observation when you are in different stores. That way, when you see a good price, you know it!
I comparison shop online, but in the face-to-face world, my store options are much more limited so I know the prices at my local stores and watch for when they go down.
Wisebread, has the best of helpful articles. As for comparison shopping, I have always comparison shopped!! It does always pay off. Not to mention, I always go home with extra money in my purse!! It most definitely, does pay in the end.
I do comparison shop. I feel that's what every wise consumer shoul do. There are many deals out there to be had! Wise Bread is a great website that helps us find good deals! Thank you!!!