19 products that are not worth buying at the grocery store

Do you like your neighborhood grocery store and are used to buying everything there? If so, chances are the store loves you—or rather, loves the fact that you're willing to spend so much on items you can get for much less money elsewhere, he writes. Money Talks News.

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1. Greeting Cards

Anyone who bought a greeting card at the grocery store was shocked: $ 4,95 per piece of beautifully designed cardboard? There are better options. Go to a dollar store and buy some great options for a dollar or even 50 cents.

If you don't want to go to another store, check out the deals on Amazon. Another option is to make your own card.

2. Batteries

Rechargeable batteries are an integral part of life, especially if your children want to watch TV early in the morning or you also don’t mind flipping through channels using the remote control. But even in this case there is no reason to overpay.

Head to the warehouse store of your choice and buy bulk packs so you'll pay less per battery. Amazon also sells wholesale batteries, including its own brand, AmazonBasics.

3. Magazines

One issue of the magazine purchased at the grocery store will cost you $3 or $4 or more. There are many titles you can subscribe to and have them delivered to your home all year for less than $20.

4. Diapers

Who knew that providing diapers for a child was so expensive? Of course, experienced parents know. But for new moms and dads, this may come as a surprise. It's easy to buy them at the grocery store, but you'll pay much less per diaper using Amazon's Subscribe & Save service. This option gives Prime members up to 20% off diaper subscriptions—typically a recurring delivery system based on what you selected when you signed up.

Plus, if you plan your deliveries correctly, you'll never have to worry about finding yourself without diapers in the middle of the night. If you're willing to keep an eye out and wait for good sales, another option is to buy drugstore brand diapers at the drugstore.

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5. Alcoholic beverages

Beer and wine generate revenue for grocery stores, but you can minimize the margin by shopping at a store. You may not even need special membership. In some states, non-club members may buy alcohol in a store because of state laws, so you should call the nearest store and ask about the sales policy.

6. Toothbrushes

Do you buy toothbrushes at the grocery store? You do not go to the dentist? If you do, you will find that the dentists are full of brushes.

Yes, most people visit the dentist every six months, and you should change your toothbrush more often. However, if you ask, the doctor will most likely give you one or two new toothbrushes before your next visit.

7. Cakes for special occasions

Getting a birthday cake at the grocery store is convenient, but it's not so cheap, especially if you need to feed the crowd. Instead, head back to the warehouse store, where you can get a giant decorated cake at the same price that many grocery stores charge for small baked goods.

8. Animal feed

The grocery store isn't the worst place to buy pet food, but you can get it cheaper. Stores that offer discounts when setting up automatic deliveries:

Amazon

Chewy

Petco

9. Bottled water

If you do not live in a city where water is not suitable for drinking, there is no reason to buy bottled water. Water from your tap is fine. Invest in a pair of reusable water bottles and refill them at home. If local tap water does not inspire confidence, buy a water filter or filter jug ​​and store it in the refrigerator in case you want to drink cold or refill reusable bottles. If you still want to buy bottled water, do it in a storehouse.

10. Frozen pancakes

Why someone buys frozen pancakes remains a mystery. Cooking pancakes at home is very simple. Cooking takes a little time: a few minutes to prepare the text and a little longer to bake. Cook a large portion over the weekend and freeze for a week. One pancake will cost you a few cents.

11. Baking mixes

Let's take it one step further: It's worth stopping buying basic baking mixes at the grocery store. All you'll achieve is just paying more. This also applies to base mixes for cookies, cakes and pastries. These things aren't that hard to make from scratch. By not buying formula, you will save money and possibly improve your health.

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12. Kitchenware

The grocery store knows that you may need some equipment to cook the food you buy. That's why many stores have a selection of pots, pans, and even small kitchen appliances. Try to resist the urge to buy it all. You will most likely find the best prices and quality at home or Amazon stores.

13. Spice

Herbs and spices can be another item that comes across as overpriced at the grocery store. Buy spices from wholesale stores - not only can the price per ounce be lower, but you can buy as much as you need. There's no point in buying a whole jar when you only need a teaspoon. You can also buy cheap spices at the dollar store, but the quality may be questionable.

14. Party Supplies

Like greeting cards, party supplies are sold at the grocery store at a premium. Make no mistake when buying candles, tablecloths, and colorful napkins there. Go to the dollar store and buy such things very cheaply.

15. Coffee

For many, it is the elixir of life, which is probably why it costs so much at the grocery store. To get cheaper coffee, you have several options. Again - do you notice? — it’s worth going to a warehouse store to stock up on large bags of bean, ground and capsule coffee.

If you have a Keurig coffee machine, you can also register it on Keuirg.com, where from time to time we send out advantageous offers.

The most amazing thing is that you can find low coffee prices at office supply stores such as Staples. These stores also have online coupons and loyalty programs to help you save even more.

16. Toilet paper

There can be no more important product for family harmony than toilet paper. But how much a roll of paper wrapped around a tube can cost in a grocery store can break the harmony. Go to a warehouse store or office supply store for discount bulk purchases. Amazon's Subscribe & Save also comes in handy.

17. Light bulbs

The need to light an entire house can be very expensive. Therefore, if you want to save money, go past the stand with bulbs in a regular grocery store. You can find them cheaper at the store or at Amazon.

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18. Individually packaged snacks

You're tempted to buy a giant box of goldfish crackers and put them in school lunch bags, but that seems like a lot of work. Still, don't buy individually packaged snacks at the grocery store.

You can get a large box of such products at a much lower price per serving if you go to a warehouse store or see what your local dollar store has.

19. Gift cards

Forgot to buy a gift? No problems. The grocery stores have convenient stands at the checkout where you can choose gift cards of all kinds. It seems that you pay only the face value. Why then did this item appear on the list? Because, having gone to a warehouse store, you can buy gift cards with a face value of $ 100 for only $ 80. Interesting options can also be found here:

Gift Card Page BJ

Gift Card Page Costco

Gift Card Page Sam's club

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