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Everyone will be expected to know:
- At least 3 ways in which you can save on your food bill
- How to reduce your weekly supermarket bill:
VIDEO: http://www.theguardian.com/money/video/2013/sep/24/how-to-reduce-supermarket-bill-video
- Some supermarket shopping tips include:
- Don't be sucked in by marketing in shops. It is all designed to make customers spend more money
- Do budget shopping
- Try the 'downshift challenge'- dropping one brand level on what you buy
- Never shop when hungry
- Compare the cost of your items at major online supermarkets
- Look for coupons on already discounted products
- Don't get attracted by special offers - supermarkets sometimes raise the price per item when products go into a multibuy offer, and exaggerate original prices to make deals seem cheaper
See the rest of the tips here.
- 7 reasons why to shop locally:
- Your spending will boost the local economy
- It's the ethical choice
- They sell quirky, one-off gifts
- You'll be supporting British entrepreneurs
- You can help local communities
- You might get a better deal or some good advice
- You can sometimes try before you buy
Read more about the potential benefits of shopping at local stores here.
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